How the Crusades Changed History

The medieval Crusades left a significant impact on future centuries. In How the Crusades Changed History, you’ll assess the Crusades’ history and legacy, as you study the events of the eight crusades; track the history of the four crusader kingdoms; witness how crusading turned inward to the European interior; and observe how the Crusades unwittingly facilitated the rise of the Ottomans and weakened the foundations of Catholicism.

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Categories: Medieval History History

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