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Crusades (1995–1995) — history on BBC Two

The answer: Concluded January 13, 1995.
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Genre
History
Network / streamer
BBC Two
Premiered
January 10, 1995
Ended
January 13, 1995
Runtime
~60 min per episode
1season
4episodes

About Crusades

The show Crusades ended on January 13, 1995, on BBC Two.

Crusades was a historical series that aired in 1995, focusing on the religious wars fought over the control of the Holy Lands between Christian Europe and the Islamic world. The series was hosted by Terry Jones, who presented a detailed recounting of these conflicts, exploring the lives of key figures, the technology used, and the political context of the era. It also examined how these historical acts of religious intolerance contributed to ongoing political and ethnic issues.

The series consisted of four episodes, aired from January 10 to January 13, 1995. Terry Jones served as the presenter, guiding viewers through the complex history of the Crusades. The show was a documentary-style exploration of a pivotal period in medieval history, providing insights into the motivations and consequences of these religious wars. The episodes each lasted approximately 60 minutes.

Crusades episode schedule

4 aired

Aired · 4

DateEp.Title
January 13, 1995 S1·E4 Destruction
January 12, 1995 S1·E3 Jihad
January 11, 1995 S1·E2 Jerusalem
January 10, 1995 S1·E1 Pilgrims in Arms

Crusades cast