The Crusades
On the cusp of the Middle Ages came a mighty conflict called the Crusades. It began as a holy war launched by Christian Europe against Muslims who had captured Jerusalem. This war lasted for 200 years and left an indelible mark on world affairs.
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The Crusades were launched in 1095, at the behest of Pope Urban II. Christians from across Europe marched to Jerusalem, leaving devastation in their wake. At their destination, a bloody battle of wits, ingenuity and competing military skills unfolded.
This gripping film and accompanying book investigate the reasons for the Crusades, the political scheming, the strategies, unlikely alliances, and, most intriguingly, the archaeological discoveries that have shed new light on what really happened.
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It's a 24-page illustrated hardcover book and feature-length DVD all in one! Watch stunning footage and re-enactments along with expert commentary and at the same time read the captivating book packed with intriguing facts, illustrations, maps, historical timelines, dramatic photography and more. The unique combination of these innovative hardcover books with DVDs provides a truly rich and well-rounded experience that will have the whole family enthralled.
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