County of Edessa

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County of Edessa

Name

County of Edessa

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

The County of Edessa was a Crusader state established in Upper Mesopotamia during the 12th century. It was a landlocked territory centered around the city of Edessa. The state served as a significant cultural bridge between East and West.

Statistics

Area

783,562.00 km²

Population

85,965,664

Location