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 * __ The Causes of the Crusades __** The causes of the crusades were based around 5 main reasons. The first being Sejuk Turks when they invaded Jerusalem. Next is that the Turks killed 3000 christians.Thirdly, the Merchants and Pope want trade routes.After that, the European nobles fought amoung themselves. Lastly, they regained control of the Holy Land.

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