Capture of Nicea
The Crusaders capture the Seljuk capital
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1097 in Roman Empire
Explore 5 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 1097.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 1097
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May
June
Battle of Nicea
The Muslims are defeated by Alexius Comnenus. The Crusaders and Byzantine Greeks capture the Seljuk Turk's capital
Battle of Nicea
The Muslims are defeated by Alexius Comnenus. The Crusaders and Byzantine Greeks capture the Seljuk Turk's capital
August
Peasants Crusade
Emperor Alexius of Constantinople ships the Peasants Crusade over the Bosporus
October
Siege of Nicea
Nicea surrenders to Alexius III Angelus
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