Religion in the Middle Ages - Why people went on Crusades.

What is a Crusade?

The Crusades were a series of wars between Christians and Muslims, starting in 1095. The goal was to take back Jerusalem and other holy places in the Middle East.

How many Crusades were they in total?

They were 8 major crusades over 200 years.

What did the Pope promise?

The Pope promised that crusaders would go to heaven and be forgiven for their sins.

Why did people go on crusades?

People went on crusades because they believed it was their religious duty.

What did many people seek to get in the crusades?

Many people also joined to seek adventure, land, or riches.

What happened at the end of the Crusades?

In the end, the crusaders (Christians) did not succeed in keeping control of Jerusalem for long.

Who won the Crusades?

Muslims

Who lost the Crusades?

Christians

What did this whole crusade stuff lead to?

More trade, new ideas, and contact with other cultures, which helped Europe change and grow over time.