How have the Crusades been interpreted within the comptemporary historical context?

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How have the Crusades been interpreted within the comptemporary historical context?

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Answer 1

Muslim armies had conquered much of northern Africa, Egypt, Palestine, Syria, and Spain, which had been some of the most heavily Christian areas in the world.

Thousands, and possibly millions, of Christians died during this drive to eventually bring the entire world under Islam.

The First Crusade was launched in 1095 by Pope Urban II to check the advance of the Muslims and regain control of the city of Jerusalem and the Holy Land.

I am sure that some atrocities were committed by both sides during this war but by most people's judgment this was a just war.

With love in Christ.

Answer 2

The rise and fall of the crusading movement was closely related to the fortunes of the high-medieval papal monarchy. The Crusades can be seen as part of a chapter in papal and religious history. The Crusades opened the first chapter in the history of western colonization.

Answer 3

As a lot of barbarian invaders, fighting for money to the Catholic Church.
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Answer 4

Abject failure, from a religious perspective. It only served to enrich many people and expel criminals to their death.