Reasons for Fighting
What made Criminals and Debtors fight in the Crusades?
The Pope would have their debts cancelled and relieved of punishment
What is the importance of the Mediterranean sea?
Major way to get to the Crusades
What changed with women's roles?
Increased in society
What was the main reason for the Crusades?
Take back the Holy land
Why did the kings/lords fight in the Crusades?
Gain land and increase power
What city were they fighting for?
Jerusalem
What happened to feudalism in Europe?
Broke down
How many Crusades were there?
8 Crusades
To get money by expanding trade
What territory did the Crusades fought in?
The Holy Land or Palestine
What weapons were created during the Crusades?
Crossbows, Catapults, and explosives
What year did the first Crusade happen?
1095
What was the reason why Knights fought in the Crusades ?
Fought to increase wealth
What Christian Empire did they have to go through in order to get to the Crusades?
Byzantine Empire
What changed with the trade routes?
Expanded
How long did the Crusades last?
3 Centuries
Why did Pope Urban II fight in the Crusades?
Regain the Holy Land from the Muslims and extend power
How long have the Muslims lived in the Holy Land before the Crusades?
100 years
What was one of the most important ideas that the Crusaders borrowed from the Muslims?
Medicine
About how many deaths were in the Crusades?