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At that time, there are two catholic power: In Rome and Constantine. The emperor of Constantine was overwhelmed by the Military power of the Muslin and was concerned about them invading his territory and wrote to the pope about this. The Pope responses by callig for a crusade: a volunteer army of the people after he promised rewards in heavens and monetary rewards- that he will share the taxes collected by the church with them. It was a great success. 60,000 joined in the first wave. The purpose for the crusaders, given by the pope, was to take Jerusalem from the Muslins. Another 100,000 followed shortly. This was near the end of 11th Century.
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What was the main purpose of the crusades?
the main purpose of the crusades was to be themselves
What was the main purpose of the Crusade?
the main purpose of the crusades was to be themselves
What is the first four crusades?
The first four crusades were the most important. After that they mainly lost purpose.
What was the whole purpose of the crusades?
The purpose of the Crusades was to make converts to Christianity. The crusaders went across Europe trying to make people believe in Christianity. Some of the Crusades were successful; others, not so much. Also..TACO SALAD.
Who called for the Crusades?
Pope Urban II called for the Crusades after Emperor Alexius asked for help.
