The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Fulcher of Chartres
Also known as Fulcherius Carnotensis, Fulcher
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 260
Fulcher of Chartres possesses the careful attention to detail that marks a true chronicler of events. His presence suggests both scholarly dedication and the weight of preserving history for future generations.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 260
- Books
- 1
Fulcher of Chartres, known in Latin as Fulcherius Carnotensis, served as a chronicler of the First Crusade whose detailed accounts preserved the experiences of the crusading armies. His work documented the remarkable diversity of the crusader forces, enumerating nineteen distinct nations with different names and languages that participated in the great expedition. His chronicle remains one of the most valuable contemporary sources for understanding the scope and composition of the First Crusade.
Description
A middle-aged man with the slightly stooped posture of one who spends long hours bent over writing desks. His receding hairline and ink-stained fingers mark him as a dedicated scholar, while simple clerical robes reflect his religious vocation. His features carry the thoughtful expression of someone accustomed to careful observation and precise documentation, with nothing ostentatious in his appearance or bearing.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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