How important were women in the organisation and execution of crusading expeditions?

by RJS_Aotearoa

Were any crusades in particular more receptive to woman’s involvement? What are the best primary sources to learn more about this from the time?

WelfOnTheShelf

This is a relatively new and under-studied topic in the history of the crusades, so there is always new work being done and much more can still be said. But I have some previous answers that may be helpful:

What were women's roles during the Crusades?

Can anyone suggest sources that go into female involvement or actions during the crusades, preferably the first or second?

How was the life for a crusader's wife in and outside the Holyland?