Bro, imagine having the sense to give up the throne but having the charisma to having it handed right back. The nobility really placed a lot of faith in Baldwin
Its a more stable replacement of him being dying from his illness rather than appointing a new KING, when people were in favor of Baldwin (his illness was hidden from the public). ITS just a political move and that's iT.
Think about the fact that if they had just spent more time making technology instead of being racist or sexist or religionist. They probably would have had the treatments we have now.
It’s amazing that the council didn’t want him to retire. That says so much about him & them! Usually, there is a lot of intrigue & backstabbing in bids to get ahold of power & the throne.
You should read about the succession crisis That took place in the final years of baldwins life and the immediate years after of his death, It’s got all the political backstabbing you could want. The nobles may not have wanted Baldwin to leave but they definitely did not want Guy to succeed him.
Why would there have been they all were on a crusade in the name of Christ it would go back on everything they believed it was only after his death we lost Jerusalem and things went pear shaped
Being King of Jerusalem sounds pretty badass until you realize the great amount of kings of that nation (like Herod the Great and Herod Agrippa) that perished due to a painful and horrible disease
This guys ruled thousands of people, defeat most formidable enemy commander at that time, managed to keep peace between 2 warring parties and he was only 23 years old until his death. Meanwhile i am 24 years old and still achieved nothing
I remember seeing him in "Kingdom of Heaven", at a very young age, and getting creeped out. Several years later, he became the main inspiration for an important character in my future novel (which is half historical, half fantasy). Thank you for more information about him.
@Edoardo Turco It's in the process. Unfortunately, since I'm also illustrating it (on colour) and it's written in my native language (in fact, I'm doing almost everything regarding my books on my own), it will take a while before it will be available in English. But I'll be sure to come back here when it's ready 😊 thank you for showing interest.
Some men find motivation in men like tate or modern celebrities but not me. A year ago i when i was 17 i learned about the Achievements of Baldwin the IV and said to myself this great men when he was the same age as me achieved so much while i was wasting my time doing nothing with myself. Then i realised if this men went to battle with leprosy and commanded so much respect i have no excuses why i can't get up early and go work out and improme myself everyday. Truly an inspiration.
Everyone saying the nobility showed their loyalty to Baldwin by refusing to let him abdicate should consider how advantageous it was for the nobility to 1. Have a crippled and bedridden liege and 2. Kick his inevitable succession crisis down the road for however long they could
I agree that procrastinating the crisis was largely their goal. However, there undoubtedly was some loyalty present. No nobility would want to defend the post of a useless royal member, unless said uselessness was a distinct political advantage, either towards themselves or against their enemies. Despite his affliction, Baldwin was far from useless, and so they had no such advantage to leverage. Therefore they kept in there - in greater or lesser part - *because* he was effective in his role, and hence they were loyal to both his cause and his leadership.
@Bimla Singh The nobility had a vast array of rights and privileges but also many obligations and it was the king’s duty to make sure the nobility did not act in a way that violated those rights and obligations. If the king was too sick to rule the nobility effectively had no oversight and could run amok doing as they please. As for the succession crisis with no clear heir Baldwin’s vassals would each have their own favored candidate based on their political goals and if more than one candidate made a bid for the throne civil war was all but guaranteed. Civil war means peasants not working their fields, sacking and looting across the entire kingdom, and a military and economic weakness that could last a generation. A civil war was not only bad for the kingdom it was bad for the nobility themselves as it would be their lands being looted by their rivals and their peasants dying for little gain not to mention the executions and seizing of lands that the losing side would inevitably face. But because there was no way of preventing a succession crisis due to Baldwin’s condition all the nobility could do is bolster their readiness for war and buy as much time as possible to ready themselves. Hope this cleared up what I was getting at
I think he is the most intetesting character in the movie (Edward Norton did a great job). I have the director's cut of the movie, great direction by Ridley Scott.
The director's cut is one of my favourite movies period. It's also the only version I recommend watching; the theatrical version is just missing so much, characters and story lines just fall apart.
@@pavelslama5543 Wrong. Inherit something does not make you someone. Tons of kings were completely useless 1d10-ts. In factm inheriting a Kingdom like Jerusalem was one of the heaviest duties of all times. Having enemies everywhere.
The video is mostly right, but this at 0:35 is a HUGE mistake. Baldwin IV was, indeed, the second and youngest son of King Amalric, but he was not, by any possible means, the younger brother of Baldwin III, since Baldwin III was actually Amalric's older brother (in shorter words, Baldwin III was the paternal uncle of Baldwin IV). Baldwin's older sister was Sibylla, future Queen of Jerusalem after her brother's untimely death in 1185, and her own son's (Baldwin V) in 1186.
That guy was simply amazing! Despite having such terrible disease and having responsibility to protect such fragile state, dude managed to be very succesfull.
I always liked him in "Kingdom of Heaven". Always had the impression of constant overcoming of his condition and constant pain he lived in, and yet finding strength to endure. Amazing!
The scene where he ride out to meet Salahdin and muslim army... The scene where that muslim commander says, Jerusalem has come and then the golden cross appears, along with the full Christian army and Baldwin leading them... It is such an incredible goosebumps scene ❤️.
Norton's screen time might be few and far between, but they were impactful and portrayed that soft but powerful figure that forces you to pay attention.
There is something extremely tragic about great leaders failing due to factors entirely outside their control, or due to their enemy being much greater.
I wonder what kind of teaching they had back in the days to make such a great king? The sense and humility to abdicate and just acknowledging his shortcomings. Pushing through the perils of life and fulfilling the responsibilities he was handed with such due diligence. Its insane to imagine. Indeed diamonds are formed under pressure.
Life was hard back then. No matter how rich someone was, they were always facing death, famine, diseases and war. They had to be strong, with courage and willpower or they would have died at early age (which a lot of people did, actually).
@@three5581 absolutely. The character Sibylla was completely cut from the theatrical verson to save time. Ridley said in an interview that it was a mistake but it "had to be done."
He had a rather rough life, poor child! and dying of dysentery is a truly awful death! Which can be easily remedied by a mixture of salt, sugar and water nowadays.
At that time Muslim doctors were the most advanced in the field of medicine as European healing methods had no Positive effect on the body and tended to make people worse
237th comment You forgot the part where Saladin wouldn’t attack Jerusalem as long as Baldwin was alive. Saladin, upon seeing Baldwin on his death bed approaching the battlefield, withdrew his Army.
Saladin and Baldwin IV were two great, wise, and charismatic leaders with great respect for each other despite being on opposing ends of the chessboard. So much good could have been done if they had the opportunity to be comrades and work together.
Sounds like he really should’ve delegated his military leadership of the Saladin campaign. Probably could’ve lived much longer, and this would have benefited Jerusalem greatly, as well as giving him more time to pick and train an heir
Guy of Lusignan was a power hungry and ineffective leader. Baldwin was between a rock and a hard place. Abdicate and see his people ruined by an idiot, or suffer and rule in hope of surviving long enough to pass the reins to his nephew.
Christian and Muslim people have a rich history. Together we could find a way to co-exist in our own right. I am a glad friend of many Muslims. Together we could share this great planet. Jews are good people, everyone but the ones I never met.
Leprosy is such a fascinating historical disease. Mycobacterium leprae is so slow-growing, manifesting the characteristic skin lesions can take so long (most mycobacterium skin infections carry uniquely painless ulcers). To have carried the stigma of disease with dignity and faith, inspiring warriors who would likely be disgusted by you, all while having to be a king and military strategist, is a remarkable testament to Baldwin IV's sheer force of will and devotion to Christ. Glad to see people taking an interest in this amazing figure from history again.
"i pray you, to return back to Damascus unharmed, Reynald will be punished, i swear it... Withdraw or we all die here... Salamualaikum.." - King Baldwin IV (most respected)
What a man 💪in my opinion he is the bravest n most intelligent king despite having a illness which had no cure My biggest inspiration I bowed down in front of this king 👑
In 1176, Baldwin IV together with Raymond III raided Beka Valley for 2 weeks and defeated saladin's brother at Baalbek who was attempting to stop the raid. In 1177, Baldwin IV defeated, the Ayyubids at the Battle of Montgisard destroying Saladin's Army. In 1179, Saladin return again defeating Baldwin IV at the Battle of Marj Ayun and Siege of Jacob's Ford, but despite of Saladin's success, he did not occupy new territory or conquer Jerusalem. In 1182, Saladin attack again, but Baldwin IV defeated Saladin at the Battle of Belvoir Castle. Saladin hasn't gave up yet, he luanch a Siege of Beirut, but Baldwin IV send a letter to Beirut that he would relief Beirut, but Saladin withdraw, before Baldwin IV arrive. In this same Year, Baldwin IV accompanied by Raymond III would launch Raid at Damascus. In 1183, Baldwin IV together with Raymond III, would launch Raid at Damascene, Raymond III would raid at Bosra and Baldwin IV would raid at Damascus. In this Same Year, Saladin would again return and invade the Oultrejordain(a vassal of the kingdom of jerusalem), he went on a Siege of Kerak, but Baldwin IV heard about the attack and Assemble a relief force accompanied by Raymond III, but he place the command of the Army to Raymond III because he had been blind, but Saladin withdraw when he heard about the relief force. In 1184, Baldwin IV would again send another relief force in another Siege of Kerak(1184), but Saladin would again withdraw, realizing he would not gain the upperhand, when he had heard, that a relief force is coming. His last military action is in 1184, the Siege of Kerak(1184)
Does anyone know if the image on the right is accurate as to what the knights and soldiers of Jerusalem would have worn over their armor? The white with gold cross of Jerusalem
I think a movie should be made that tells the life story of King Baudouin, he deserves it because ,In addition, with the best character mask words and eyes in the movie King Baudouin, Edward Norton showed his superior talent in acting in the movie ,The truth is I was impressed by this man's story, there have been such tragic and heroic leaders in history !!
I think he’s my favorite king bc he’s kind and generous and punished the evil. I think he’s from Christianity, if I were there and have the power of transportation and get the medicine he will not be in agony. But he will still have his disfigurement 😢😢😢
Bro, imagine having the sense to give up the throne but having the charisma to having it handed right back. The nobility really placed a lot of faith in Baldwin
no,he knew he was done plus he was deadly infected
Its a more stable replacement of him being dying from his illness rather than appointing a new KING, when people were in favor of Baldwin (his illness was hidden from the public). ITS just a political move and that's iT.
@@messianic_scam that’s literally what he said. And they handed it back still
Think about the fact that if they had just spent more time making technology instead of being racist or sexist or religionist. They probably would have had the treatments we have now.
Deus Vult.
It’s amazing that the council didn’t want him to retire. That says so much about him & them! Usually, there is a lot of intrigue & backstabbing in bids to get ahold of power & the throne.
he was expected to die young so had more suport from the nobles compared to other kings.
they kept it shalom my gentile
You should read about the succession crisis That took place in the final years of baldwins life and the immediate years after of his death, It’s got all the political backstabbing you could want. The nobles may not have wanted Baldwin to leave but they definitely did not want Guy to succeed him.
@@robertmccutcheon4103 I've watched other history videographs, they implied that Guy was a warmonger and thus didn't want him.
Why would there have been they all were on a crusade in the name of Christ it would go back on everything they believed it was only after his death we lost Jerusalem and things went pear shaped
As someone with an often painful chronic illness, this man has been one of my lifelong inspirations.
What do u habe
Ligma
Ehat do u have
More power to you friend!
You should be thankful you don't have Leprocy!
Being King of Jerusalem sounds pretty badass until you realize the great amount of kings of that nation (like Herod the Great and Herod Agrippa) that perished due to a painful and horrible disease
@Gaius Caesar Or ended up getting killed on the battlefield.
@@stevengreen9536 Being killed in the battlefield sounds like a picnic compared to these diseases
king Herod literally had maggots eat him from inside out
also having jihads called on you isn’t great
@@johnnyboy3410 with how many war and revolt in that region before Christian becomes main religion in Roman Empire, seems to be business as usual
This guys ruled thousands of people, defeat most formidable enemy commander at that time, managed to keep peace between 2 warring parties and he was only 23 years old until his death.
Meanwhile i am 24 years old and still achieved nothing
He was a Catholic
You said you're an atheist
@Faroe Gosh, i have no counter to this 👏🏼👏🏼
Youth didn't have youtube back then. He was also royalty so he had more duties than you
Take it easy ;)
It's aight bro you're still young
I remember seeing him in "Kingdom of Heaven", at a very young age, and getting creeped out. Several years later, he became the main inspiration for an important character in my future novel (which is half historical, half fantasy). Thank you for more information about him.
Good luck on your novel.
Can you send us a link?
I would be interested in reading your novel :)
@Marcus Aurelius Thank you🍷
@Edoardo Turco It's in the process. Unfortunately, since I'm also illustrating it (on colour) and it's written in my native language (in fact, I'm doing almost everything regarding my books on my own), it will take a while before it will be available in English. But I'll be sure to come back here when it's ready 😊 thank you for showing interest.
2:14 "In 1174, Baldwin's father unexpectedly died of dysentery"
Contracted, no doubt, during the lesser known "Oregon Crusade"
Throw back
On the Oregon Trail no doubt “ba-dum-tss🥁”
We call this a "thinking man's joke"
I always laugh cuz its diarrhea
Some men find motivation in men like tate or modern celebrities but not me. A year ago i when i was 17 i learned about the Achievements of Baldwin the IV and said to myself this great men when he was the same age as me achieved so much while i was wasting my time doing nothing with myself. Then i realised if this men went to battle with leprosy and commanded so much respect i have no excuses why i can't get up early and go work out and improme myself everyday. Truly an inspiration.
It's the same thing.
Well said ❤️
Well said..Peace be upon you
Only a loser would find motivation in Andrew tate
Ur very right
I can’t believe I’ve never heard of him. This man was a legend!
Kingdom of heaven is a great movie portraying him
Because people rarely talk nicely about the crusades
He almost Married his Sister 💀
I’m surprised you haven’t, he’s a pretty iconic figure thanks to the movie Kingdom of Heaven.
@@yaqon2961 He didn't
Crazy how he was such a amazing king and only lived to 23. Most people today life don’t even start until then.
In those times children started working from the early age as +-12yo.. so yeah, it was different back then.
what new kings are there ?
So true
He was born into that.
he died at twenty four not twenty three, i know it’s not really much of a difference but still
Everyone saying the nobility showed their loyalty to Baldwin by refusing to let him abdicate should consider how advantageous it was for the nobility to 1. Have a crippled and bedridden liege and 2. Kick his inevitable succession crisis down the road for however long they could
Yeah that was what I was thinking. Doesn't make for as good a narrative though
I agree that procrastinating the crisis was largely their goal. However, there undoubtedly was some loyalty present. No nobility would want to defend the post of a useless royal member, unless said uselessness was a distinct political advantage, either towards themselves or against their enemies.
Despite his affliction, Baldwin was far from useless, and so they had no such advantage to leverage. Therefore they kept in there - in greater or lesser part - *because* he was effective in his role, and hence they were loyal to both his cause and his leadership.
@Bimla Singh The nobility had a vast array of rights and privileges but also many obligations and it was the king’s duty to make sure the nobility did not act in a way that violated those rights and obligations. If the king was too sick to rule the nobility effectively had no oversight and could run amok doing as they please. As for the succession crisis with no clear heir Baldwin’s vassals would each have their own favored candidate based on their political goals and if more than one candidate made a bid for the throne civil war was all but guaranteed. Civil war means peasants not working their fields, sacking and looting across the entire kingdom, and a military and economic weakness that could last a generation. A civil war was not only bad for the kingdom it was bad for the nobility themselves as it would be their lands being looted by their rivals and their peasants dying for little gain not to mention the executions and seizing of lands that the losing side would inevitably face. But because there was no way of preventing a succession crisis due to Baldwin’s condition all the nobility could do is bolster their readiness for war and buy as much time as possible to ready themselves. Hope this cleared up what I was getting at
I think he is the most intetesting character in the movie (Edward Norton did a great job). I have the director's cut of the movie, great direction by Ridley Scott.
I thought that was Joaquin Phoenix
The director's cut is one of my favourite movies period. It's also the only version I recommend watching; the theatrical version is just missing so much, characters and story lines just fall apart.
What movie?
@@varalyn9714 kingdom of heaven
@@tjanderson5892 thank you!
"I felt that I could live to be 100 that day now I know I will not live to see 30". Those words are still haunting to me
Baldwin: led an army and defended his kingdom @ age 16.
Me at 16: playing minecraft at home
thats probably due to the fact that you did not inherit a kingdom from your ancestors...
@@pavelslama5543 Wrong. Inherit something does not make you someone. Tons of kings were completely useless 1d10-ts. In factm inheriting a Kingdom like Jerusalem was one of the heaviest duties of all times. Having enemies everywhere.
The video is mostly right, but this at 0:35 is a HUGE mistake.
Baldwin IV was, indeed, the second and youngest son of King Amalric, but he was not, by any possible means, the younger brother of Baldwin III, since Baldwin III was actually Amalric's older brother (in shorter words, Baldwin III was the paternal uncle of Baldwin IV). Baldwin's older sister was Sibylla, future Queen of Jerusalem after her brother's untimely death in 1185, and her own son's (Baldwin V) in 1186.
Bald
That guy was simply amazing! Despite having such terrible disease and having responsibility to protect such fragile state, dude managed to be very succesfull.
I always liked him in "Kingdom of Heaven". Always had the impression of constant overcoming of his condition and constant pain he lived in, and yet finding strength to endure. Amazing!
The scene where he ride out to meet Salahdin and muslim army... The scene where that muslim commander says, Jerusalem has come and then the golden cross appears, along with the full Christian army and Baldwin leading them... It is such an incredible goosebumps scene ❤️.
As a Muslim, he is one of my favorite Christian king
No1 cares
@@Vogelmann19
Ok atheist
@Von oost and he still respected their religion, a great person
You mulsims brought this upon him
Hey as a Christian, may I ask what the belief of Muslims have. I have been curious for a long time and I would like to ask you
Norton's screen time might be few and far between, but they were impactful and portrayed that soft but powerful figure that forces you to pay attention.
Yeah and the director cut only do his character a lot more justice.
Edward Norton played the king?
@@kawikaventura-smith1682yes
Who else here cause he blew up on TikTok recently
Fr bro lol
I'm not sure if the Mask in kingdom of heaven was historically accurate, but it is by far the most Beautiful mask I have ever seen
There is something extremely tragic about great leaders failing due to factors entirely outside their control, or due to their enemy being much greater.
Alexander the Great comes to mind
I wonder what kind of teaching they had back in the days to make such a great king? The sense and humility to abdicate and just acknowledging his shortcomings. Pushing through the perils of life and fulfilling the responsibilities he was handed with such due diligence. Its insane to imagine. Indeed diamonds are formed under pressure.
Stoic philosophy, I guess.
Christendom....
Faith?
It's god given. Nobody can do what he did without faith in something greater than him helping him along the way
Life was hard back then. No matter how rich someone was, they were always facing death, famine, diseases and war. They had to be strong, with courage and willpower or they would have died at early age (which a lot of people did, actually).
For the last part.. I think it’s fair to say:
“Notwithstanding his illness AND young age…”
This King was one of a kind.. spectacular to say the least
Truly an inspirational story! He left his mark on history despite suffering from such a horrible illness.
He endured the toughest of battles for he was truly God's strongest soldier.
16 years old doing this stuff, people were just built different back then. We have become so weak as a species
I'm not religious, but man, mad respect to Baldwin IV for fighting so hard bro💪❤️
nooooo
Find God☦️💯
Kingdom of Heaven is a fantastic movie
True
I watch it every time it comes on even tho I have it on DVD🤣😂
Very underrated, sadly. It deserves more praise.
Especially directors uncut
@@three5581 absolutely. The character Sibylla was completely cut from the theatrical verson to save time. Ridley said in an interview that it was a mistake but it "had to be done."
Frail of flesh but strong of mind. A good king, indeed
For those wanting more of Baldwin IV, watch the movie "Kingdom of Heaven"
Its a really good one
And the director cut
rip king balwin iv he would have loved yeat, cart, 0pium, elf bars and goth baddies
ong💀
cringe
Baldwin would have rejected all those lol
if a person earns his biggest rivals respect, chances are they are people of quality.
He also inspired Christians because he suffered a lot and sacrificed a lot for the kingdom, resembling Christ.
He had a rather rough life, poor child! and dying of dysentery is a truly awful death! Which can be easily remedied by a mixture of salt, sugar and water nowadays.
A rough life, but a respectable king. He wouldn't be as great if he wasn't afflicted the way he was.
Yep. Gatorade has just the right mixture, actually.
It doesn’t work in heavy cases. They didn’t have antibiotic at that time
Who’s here after the yeat edits
As a Turk, respect to King Baldwin.
Wow thank you for this.. a true show of dedication and what a king should be.. a good man
Remember learning about him in "Kingdom of Heaven."
It's was a good movie. Me and my Dad love it👍
This man was a chad rest easy Baldwin you did amazingly
❤ all your video's mate 👍.
God what I brave man. It really makes me grateful to have my life. He really had a hard time & still shown courage
1:06 I really think that it's pretty Interesting that they would hire Muslim doctors of all people to take care of him
At that time Muslim doctors were the most advanced in the field of medicine as European healing methods had no Positive effect on the body and tended to make people worse
@@SadatClubUk yes exactly they get Muslim doctors because how advanced they are even though they were the enemy
@@Ghost-tv1yg it’s a pretty beautiful thing that Muslims worked with Christians, in rare instances for a common goal.
@@latergator4154 it wasn't as rare as people think their have always been trading and traveling between both sides, wars was the exptions
Ain't that was the same time Islamic Golden age was going on ?
This guy is an absolute legend
I hope others appreciate all the videos I know I do & keep up the great work 👍🏻
237th comment
You forgot the part where Saladin wouldn’t attack Jerusalem as long as Baldwin was alive. Saladin, upon seeing Baldwin on his death bed approaching the battlefield, withdrew his Army.
Very honorable of Saladin.
@@LaputanMachad saladin even sent his physicians to Baldwin unfortunately the physicians couldn't do anything to save him
@@MyMainAccount49 The more I learn about Saladin, the more I like the guy.
Saladin and Baldwin IV were two great, wise, and charismatic leaders with great respect for each other despite being on opposing ends of the chessboard. So much good could have been done if they had the opportunity to be comrades and work together.
Just imagine what he could do if he didn’t have the illness
Truly one of the greatest kings
Jerusalem wouldnt have fallen to muslim hands and Christians would have ruled there for a much longer time .
“Return to Damascus or we shall both die here” the coldest line ever delivered, sadly it wasn’t really said
Amazing story!!!! Thank You!
A lifetime of struggle, will turn a man good and noble.
Men are indeed amazing creatures☺️
"Baldwin had planned to marry his sister" What! "To Hue the 3rd of Burgundy". Oh thank God.
I was thinking, "wait for it.... ah there we go"
Courage and humility from living in the grace of God.
Sounds like he really should’ve delegated his military leadership of the Saladin campaign. Probably could’ve lived much longer, and this would have benefited Jerusalem greatly, as well as giving him more time to pick and train an heir
Potentially, though this itself may have caused him to lose to Saladin, at which point Jerusalem would have fallen.
Guy of Lusignan was a power hungry and ineffective leader. Baldwin was between a rock and a hard place. Abdicate and see his people ruined by an idiot, or suffer and rule in hope of surviving long enough to pass the reins to his nephew.
It is a sad truth that those who shine brightest often burn the fastest.
I like this type of videos about history and most importantly the way you guys tell them. ♥♥
Great video, thanks for the info
Christian and Muslim people have a rich history. Together we could find a way to co-exist in our own right. I am a glad friend of many Muslims. Together we could share this great planet. Jews are good people, everyone but the ones I never met.
This guy rocks in Darkest Dungeon!
Would of liked to see what happened if Baldwin lived.. seemed like a truly great leader
Jerusalem and the surrounding area could’ve very well been Christian
Such an inspiration!
homeboy was such a chad back in the day, loved playing tag you, really missed you man
Makes you wonder if he didn't have leperecy how much more successful he could have been
"This man understands that adversity and existence are one and the same. „
Who's here after the King Baldwin hand raise meme?
I obviously have not read enough Crusades history since I was not aware there was a specific military order for lepers.
Keep up the awosm Work so so so awodm and cRzy I loev this
He died at the age of 23 and recorded through history while I'm here 26 and still too dumb thinking what to eat for dinner
different times . different Era
adversity makes great men, step outside and accept a great challenge. You might fail, but you will be better for it.
Imagine being 16 and leading an army 😂 16 yr old kids today cry when they die on fortnite
Do u hear urself
@@sionpeters681 what?
😂
Leprosy is such a fascinating historical disease. Mycobacterium leprae is so slow-growing, manifesting the characteristic skin lesions can take so long (most mycobacterium skin infections carry uniquely painless ulcers). To have carried the stigma of disease with dignity and faith, inspiring warriors who would likely be disgusted by you, all while having to be a king and military strategist, is a remarkable testament to Baldwin IV's sheer force of will and devotion to Christ. Glad to see people taking an interest in this amazing figure from history again.
"i pray you, to return back to Damascus unharmed, Reynald will be punished, i swear it... Withdraw or we all die here... Salamualaikum.."
- King Baldwin IV (most respected)
Another cool video. Thank you. Like. We also like to tell interesting stories 🔥
Such a Great king. A peace maker who could of change history
What a man 💪in my opinion he is the bravest n most intelligent king despite having a illness which had no cure
My biggest inspiration I bowed down in front of this king 👑
When the clutch so good you hit the 🖐
Wow. What an inspiration
In 1176, Baldwin IV together with Raymond III raided Beka Valley for 2 weeks and defeated saladin's brother at Baalbek who was attempting to stop the raid.
In 1177, Baldwin IV defeated, the Ayyubids at the Battle of Montgisard destroying Saladin's Army.
In 1179, Saladin return again defeating Baldwin IV at the Battle of Marj Ayun and Siege of Jacob's Ford, but despite of Saladin's success, he did not occupy new territory or conquer Jerusalem.
In 1182, Saladin attack again, but Baldwin IV defeated Saladin at the Battle of Belvoir Castle.
Saladin hasn't gave up yet, he luanch a Siege of Beirut, but Baldwin IV send a letter to Beirut that he would relief Beirut, but Saladin withdraw, before Baldwin IV arrive.
In this same Year, Baldwin IV accompanied by Raymond III would launch Raid at Damascus.
In 1183, Baldwin IV together with Raymond III, would launch Raid at Damascene, Raymond III would raid at Bosra and Baldwin IV would raid at Damascus.
In this Same Year, Saladin would again return and invade the Oultrejordain(a vassal of the kingdom of jerusalem), he went on a Siege of Kerak, but Baldwin IV heard about the attack and Assemble a relief force accompanied by Raymond III, but he place the command of the Army to Raymond III because he had been blind, but Saladin withdraw when he heard about the relief force.
In 1184, Baldwin IV would again send another relief force in another Siege of Kerak(1184), but Saladin would again withdraw, realizing he would not gain the upperhand, when he had heard, that a relief force is coming.
His last military action is in 1184, the Siege of Kerak(1184)
a fact not mentioned is that baldwin the IV was also part of the house of flanders by family (Boudewijn IV)
I watched some random shorts about him didnt know the guy was such a Legend
Definitely a truly amazing person.
Plus very sad. 😥
ONE OF HISTORY'S GREAT MEN & LEADERS!
Amazing man
When you want to make an op character in ironman and must give him the shitiest disease to counter balance
Wow I’m just now learning of him he was an amazing character.
He is a man who was true. Among Muslims and Christians even Jews he did what a king of the holy land should do.
b s
@@messianic_scam no. It's not bs..
@@jeffreyzervos6938
I'm sure you don't know
@@messianic_scamyou just can't accept the reality lol Leftist revisionist
My favourite Darkest Dungeon character
Does anyone know if the image on the right is accurate as to what the knights and soldiers of Jerusalem would have worn over their armor? The white with gold cross of Jerusalem
Out of all the Kings God had to nerf… he chose this one, because he knew at full potential this man would be comparable to that of Great Men of old!
I think a movie should be made that tells the life story of King Baudouin, he deserves it because ,In addition, with the best character mask words and eyes in the movie King Baudouin, Edward Norton showed his superior talent in acting in the movie ,The truth is I was impressed by this man's story, there have been such tragic and heroic leaders in history !!
Kingdom of Heaven
There is a movie 'Kingdom of heaven'. It's his story
Watch Kingdom of Heaven
Orlando bloom is just... wow. His best film by far.
I salute the way Baldwin adopted to overcome his weakness for a noble cause to become imortal in history.
I think he’s my favorite king bc he’s kind and generous and punished the evil. I think he’s from Christianity, if I were there and have the power of transportation and get the medicine he will not be in agony. But he will still have his disfigurement 😢😢😢
The Order of St Lazarus has to be the most terrifying thing ive ever heard 😂
What microphone are you using?
So, the movie the Kingdom of heaven was somewhat correct 🤔
It's after the Battle of Montgisard tho he's like 19 to 20 in that movie. I wish they make a movie about him with Edward Norton again
I cant believe he did so much. Im the age he was when he died, and ive hardly done anything...
This man understands that adversity and Existence are one and the same.
Even though its a great aesthetic, i could never find evidence that Baldwin ever wore that dope mask
Kid: "Mom, can we have Doctor Doom?"
Mom: "No. We already have Doctor Doom at home..."
Doctor Doom at home: 0:15
Vistor Doom if he was a christian.
Way better character than some comic book nobody
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even better
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Yeah, my best friend Orem Stalé was recently diagnosed with lepresy :(
He must have been an inspiration for marvels Dr. Doom. Even though history tells us, he was a good guy.
16 yo lead a war , epic