The Age of the Crusades, c1071–1204
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The Age of the Crusades (c1071-1204) was a period of significant conflict and cultural exchange between Christians and Muslims, marked by a series of holy wars fought over control of the Holy Land. The era saw the rise of military orders such as the Knights Templar and the establishment of Christian kingdoms in the Middle East. Key events during this period include the First Crusade and the capture of Jerusalem in 1099.