The crusades Flashcards
Why was Jerusalem important to both Christians and Muslims?
Jerusalem was important to Christians because it was where Jesus spent most of his life. It was important to Muslims because it is thought to be where Muhammad had prayed.
What were the crusades?
The crusades were a series of wars between Christians and the Islamic people of the Middle East.
What is a key feature of the second crusade?
King Louis VII of France invaded as well.
What is a key feature of the third crusade?
Saladin, the Muslim ruler, recaptured Jerusalem after the first crusade.
What is another key feature of the third crusade?
King Richard was captured and held ransom until 1194.
What is a key feature of the first crusade?
An army of peasants were the first group to set of for Jerusalem.
