Tancred of Hauteville
General
Tancred of Hauteville was a Norman Crusader leader known for battlefield aggression and later rule in the Principality of Antioch.
Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Tancred of Hauteville |
| Born | c. 1075 |
| Died | 1112 |
| Era | High Middle Ages |
| Role | Crusader commander and regent |
| Allegiance | Norman Crusader forces |
| Known For | Campaign leadership in Anatolia and the Levant |
| Major Conflicts | First Crusade |
| Historical Significance | Important military leader in the first generation of Crusader states |
Historical Context
Tancred represented the rising military aristocracy that transformed temporary campaigns into permanent principalities.
Role in Key Events
He fought at Siege of Nicaea, 1097 and Battle of Dorylaeum, 1097, then continued operations toward Siege of Jerusalem, 1099.
Legacy
Tancred is often remembered as one of the most dynamic Norman commanders of the Crusades.