Question

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The Middle Ages, sometimes called the “Dark Ages”, is typically thought to be a time of little advancement in learning, art, and culture. This time period is also known for the Crusades, an era that was characterized by religious intolerance and hostility toward other cultures. The Crusades, however, had long-lasting effects on the development of European society. What were the positive effects of the Crusades and how does modern society still feel these effects today?

Answer 1

Although the crusades failed to capture Jerusalem, they had several major impacts on Western Europe. They increased the authority of the king: Sometimes nobles died in battle without leaving an heir in which case the king got their land. Kings passed taxes to pay for the crusades.