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The Best Episodes of The Crusades Season 1

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Every episode of The Crusades Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Crusades Season 1!

The Best Episodes of The Crusades Season 1

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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  1. 7.3/10(40 votes)

    #1 - Holy War

    S1:E1

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

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  2. 7.3/10(27 votes)

    #2 - Victory and Defeat

    S1:E3

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

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  3. 7.1/10(34 votes)

    #3 - The Clash of Titans

    S1:E2

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

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Holy War" is the best rated episode of "The Crusades" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 40 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/18/2012. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Victory and Defeat".