The Baltic Crusades

When looking at the Baltic Crusades, we highlighted the themes of both historical memory and victimization. Using specific examples, detail the long-term impact of these military ventures and the subsequent ‘German’ settlement-colonization of the Baltic Rim.
Who were the key actors in these events? What did they hope to achieve? What actually happened? Please make sure to incorporate Urban’s critique of the victimhood narrative. Make sure to address the flaws and dangers associated with nationalist histories.