jan 1, 1099 - First Crusade

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On June 7, 1099, the christian army reached the holy city, and finding it heavily fortified, began building three enormous siege towers. By the night of July 13, the towers were complete, and the Christians began fighting their way across Jerusalem walls. On July 14, Godfrey's men were the first to penetrate the defenses, and the Gate of Saint Stephen was opened. The rest of the knights and soldiers the poured in, the city as captured, and tens of thousands of its occupants were slughtered.