The Nine Crusades (jan 1, 1095 – dec 31, 1291)
Description:
In wars called the Crusades, Christians from Europe fought Muslims for control of Jerusalem and other holy places. The word crusade comes from the Latin word crux, meaning "cross." The Christian soldiers, called Crusaders, wore the cross as a symbol of their religion. The Crusades took place between 1095 and 1291.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1095
dec 31, 1291
~ 197 years