While the aforesaid matters surrounding the Pauper’s Army incursion into the holy land were essentially brush stroked, there are two corresponding points to present that bind the historical events with the stated purpose of this evaluation. The first is the horrific, genocide-centered activities endeavored by Peter and Williams’ army prior to their departure and incursions into the lands held by Colomon and the Turks. The second is the lackluster manner by which they proceeded, and were summarily destroyed, resulting in the deaths of close to 20,000 ‘crusaders’. For all their religious fervor, the Pauper’s Crusade has been historically touted as the will of the people. The peasants and Christians who sought grander opportunities,
