Bohemond of Antioch

The Spear that Pierced Christ: A Desperate Find at the Siege of Antioch

Imagine this: it’s June 1098, and you’re a Crusader holed up in Antioch. You’ve just clawed your way into the city after eight months… Read More »The Spear that Pierced Christ: A Desperate Find at the Siege of Antioch

A Byzantine Heart: Anna’s Secret Admiration for a Crusader Prince, as Told by Princess Anna Komnena in The Alexiad

“Day 47 of the Franks’ invasion, and there he stood—Bohemond, a marvel to look upon, his stature surpassing even Father’s tallest guards, his hair… Read More »A Byzantine Heart: Anna’s Secret Admiration for a Crusader Prince, as Told by Princess Anna Komnena in The Alexiad