The Impact of the Crusades

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-8-2015

Abstract

It is hard to summarize the impact of a movement that spanned centuries and continents, crossed social lines, and affected all levels of culture. However, there are a few central effects that can be highlighted: military orders, territorial expansion, religious and secular impact in Europe and worldwide.

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This introductory essay is published by smarthistory, an online open educational resource.

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