About how long did the Crusades last?
200 years
What were the series of wars between Christians and Muslims called?
the Crusades
These two famous leaders fought each other during the 3rd Crusade.
Richard “the Lionheart” of England and Saladin
Name the major affects of the Crusades on Europe.
Increase in trade. Growth of Nationalism. Weakening of feudalism.
Who was (and is) the head of the Catholic church and called for the Crusades?
The Pope
What city did Crusaders hope to capture?
Jerusalem