The area in the Middle East where Christians and Muslims fought for 200 years to gain political and religious control is commonly referred to as the Crusader States or the Crusader period. This refers to the region of the Levant, specifically Jerusalem and its surrounding territories, which was the focal point of the conflict. The Crusades, a series of military campaigns, took place between the 11th and 13th centuries, during which Christian armies from Western Europe sought to capture and maintain control over these territories from Muslim rulers. These conflicts were driven by a mix of religious fervor, political ambitions, and economic motivations.
