Cum Omni Raisagio Montanee... À Propos De La Cession Du Crac Aux Hospitaliers

A critical examination of the 12th-century donation of the Crac des Chevaliers to the Hospitallers reveals complex geopolitical and strategic motivations. Raymond II of Tripoli's cession, often assumed to be purely defensive, appears instead tied to broader diplomatic and economic considerations, including the consolidation of control over key trade routes in the Levant. The study employs a combination of historical documentation analysis, cross-referencing with contemporary chronicles, and spatial reconstruction of the fortress's strategic position. Findings suggest that the donation was not an isolated act but part of a deliberate strategy to strengthen Hospitaller influence in the region, reshaping the balance of power during the Crusades.

Richard, J. (2024). Cum Omni Raisagio Montanee... À Propos De La Cession Du Crac Aux Hospitaliers. Francs et Orientaux Dans Le Monde Des Croisades, X–187. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003554998-10