The Crusades

122012•8.3/10

Documentary

Ratings

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8.3/10(3)

This three-part series sheds new light and new perspective on the 200-year war between Christians and Muslims for control of the Holy Land.

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Status

Returning Series

First Aired

January 18, 2012

Last Aired

February 1, 2012

Networks

BBC Two

Created By

Thomas Asbridge

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Holy War

Air date: 2012-01-18

How the first crusaders marched 3,000 miles from Europe to recapture Jerusalem from Islam.

The Clash of Titans

Air date: 2012-01-25

Dr Thomas Asbridge examines the lives of Richard the Lionheart and Saladin.

Victory and Defeat

Air date: 2012-02-01

Dr Thomas Asbridge reveals how the outcome of the holy wars was decided in Egypt.

Cast

Thomas Asbridge

Self - Presenter

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