Berthold of Sperberseck
Modern Standardized Name
Berthold of Sperberseck
Origin
Sperberseck (48.55, 9.471944)
Expedition Date/s
1120-1129
Biography
According to the chronicle of Zweifalten, Berthold was the son the standard bearer Berthold, a famous knight who later became a monk of Zweifalten. Berthold the younger returned from Jerusalem carrying reliquaries, an altar stone, and banners which were given as gifts.
Source
Ortlieb of Zwiefalten, 'Chronicon', MGHS, vol. 10, p. 89. Berthold of Zwiefalten, 'Chronicon', MGHS, vol. 10, pp. 108, 119.
Citation
“Berthold of Sperberseck,” Independent Crusaders Project, accessed September 16, 2024, https://independentcrusadersproject.ace.fordham.edu/items/show/2375.