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Religious Battles: The Crusades
The crusades were a series of religious battles fought in the 11th century between Christians and the Muslims. The third crusade, fought between Saladin and Richard the lion hearted between June7 and July 15, was critical for the Muslims. It was the third crusade which was fought between two very influential political leaders, Saladin Ayubi and Richard the lion hearted. Saladin led a series of expeditions to bring, Jerusalem, the third holiest city back under the Muslim control. This would allow the Muslims to reconcile once again both religiously and politically.
In 1187 Saladin was successful in recapturing the holy city.
Saladin was a military and political leader who directed the Muslims during the third crusade. When he first began expanding

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