Tancred of Galilee

MedievalGeneralPrincipality of Antioch1075 — 1112

Bohemond nephew, regent of Antioch.

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Quick Facts

Born

1075

Died

1112

Country

Principality of Antioch

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)53

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)47

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score42.7

Tancred of Galilee — Complete Timeline

1098 AD

Captured Antioch During First CrusadeWar◆ Major

Tancred of Galilee was a key commander during the Siege of Antioch, leading the capture of the city from the Seljuks. He then became Prince of Galilee, establishing a Crusader state in the region.

First CrusadeSiegeTerritorial Conquest

Impact: regional

1101 AD

Served as Regent of AntiochPolitical Action◆ Major

Tancred acted as regent of the Principality of Antioch while his uncle Bohemond was imprisoned by the Danishmends. He successfully defended the principality against Byzantine and Muslim attacks, expanding its territory.

RegencyDefenseCrusader States

Impact: regionalconstructive

1104 AD

Defeated at Battle of HarranWar◆ Major

Tancred participated in the Battle of Harran against the Seljuks, which ended in a decisive Crusader defeat. The loss weakened the Principality of Antioch and led to the capture of Bohemond, forcing Tancred to assume full control.

BattleDefeatSeljuks

Impact: regionaltragic