The Bridge Between Christianity and Islam
The Christianization of Europe was marked by bloodshed and upheaval. From the Sack of Jerusalem in 1099 to the Baltic Crusades, Christianity's spread was often accompanied by wars, massacres, and forced conversions. The Albigensian Crusade of 1209–1229 stands out for its brutality, while the Reconquista and Baltic Crusades reshaped the religious and cultural landscape. These events challenge the notion of Christianity as a religion of peace, revealing a complex history stained with violence.