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Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River Saleph in Cilicia. Gotha manuscript of the Saxon Chronicle, 2nd half of 13th century
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Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River Saleph in Cilicia. Gotha manuscript of the Saxon Chronicle, 2nd half of 13th century
533144 Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River Saleph in Cilicia. Gotha manuscript of the Saxon Chronicle, 2nd half of 13th century.; (add.info.: Third crusade; having defeated the Turks in the Battle of Iconium, the great German army entered Cilician Armenia, but in trying to cross the Saleph River the emperor was swept away by the current and drowned. His unexpected death left the Crusader army under the command of rivals Philip II and Richard I and ultimately to its dissolution. Goksu is now the name for the river Saleph and is a river in Taseli Peninsula, Turkey); Universal History Archive/UIG
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13th Barbarossa Chronicle Crusader Crusades Drowned Frankish Frederick Frederick Barbarossa 1122 1190 Friedrich Gotha Half Hohenstaufen Dynasty Holy Roman Empire Saxon 1152 Cilicia
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This powerful image captures the tragic death of Frederick I (Barbarossa), Holy Roman Emperor from 1152, as he drowned while trying to cross the River Saleph in Cilicia during the Third Crusade. The Gotha manuscript of the Saxon Chronicle, dating back to the 13th century, immortalizes this fateful moment in history.
Barbarossa's demise was a turning point in the Crusader army's campaign, as his unexpected passing left his forces under the command of rival leaders Philip II and Richard I. Ultimately, this leadership struggle led to the dissolution of the army and marked a significant setback in their quest for Jerusalem.
The image not only showcases Barbarossa's regal presence but also serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by those who embarked on these perilous journeys to reclaim holy lands. The swirling waters of the River Saleph serve as a poignant backdrop to this somber scene, symbolizing both nature's unforgiving power and mankind's relentless pursuit of glory.
As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment that forever altered the course of medieval history. Barbarossa may have met his end in these treacherous waters, but his legacy lives on through tales such as these captured within ancient manuscripts like the Gotha Chronicle.
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