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The word 'crusade' derives from 'cross'. Jesus died on the cross, which is the basis for the Christian religion. Muslims had occupied the holy city of Jerusalem, therefore a pope made a call within western Christendom for a 'War of the Cross' or 'Crusade' to re-capture Jerusalem.
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What is the name of the wars fought between Muslims and christians for control of the holy land?
It Is Called The Crusades They're were a total of 9 crusades
Who called for the Crusades?
Pope Urban II called for the Crusades after Emperor Alexius asked for help.
Why was it called the kings crusade?
the third crusades was called the king's crusades, because they had favor in the king's eyes.
Where did Pope Urban II call for the Crusades?
He called for the Crusades from Clermont, France.
What are the many invasions of the Middle East by Christian warrior called?
crusades:)
What was the campaign to spread Christianity called?
It was called the crusades.
Are there any films related to the crusades?
Yes there is. There is a series of videos on the Crusades called "Crusades". The narator is a bit funny, and there is a lot of info in it
Where was the pope when he called for the crusades?
clermont
The were a series of wars aimed at conquering the Holy Land.?
Crusades
Why did knights go on Crusades?
They weren't actually called knights... they were called Crusaders, but anyways, they simply went to Crusades to help serve their country and religious beliefs.
What were the Muslims called during the Crusades?
Muslims, or Moors
What were the wars to reclaim the holy land called?
Crusades
