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County of Edessa
The County of Edessa was the first Crusader state, founded by Baldwin of Boulogne in Upper Mesopotamia. Its population was largely Armenian and Syriac Christian. Imad al-Din Zengi captured Edessa in 1144, which led to the Second Crusade.
Key facts
| Dates | 1098 – 1144 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Anatolia & Caucasus |
| Continent | Asia |
| Type | Crusader state |
| Capitals | Edessa, Turbessel |
| Founder | Baldwin I |
| Religion(s) | Latin Christianity, Armenian Christianity |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.