The Crusades (1 janv. 1095 – 1 janv. 1291)
Description:
The initial Crusade began when the Seljuk Turks took control of the Holy Land.In 1070, when the Turks took control, they began to refuse Christian pilgrims into the area.
The First Crusade (1095-1099) was the most successful.
Armies from Europe drove out the Turks and took control of Jerusalem.
"Deus vult", meaning "God wills it" was the battle cry of the Crusaders. It came from a speech the Pope gave while gathering support for the First Crusade.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 janv. 1095
1 janv. 1291
~ 196 years