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Sixth Crusade

The Sixth Crusade refers to a series of military campaigns launched by European Christians during the Middle Ages with the goal of reclaiming the Holy Land from Muslim control.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. The sixth in a series of religious expeditions undertaken by Christians in the Middle Ages to regain control of the Holy Land.

Usages:

The term "Sixth Crusade" can be used in the following ways:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, the term "Sixth Crusade" typically refers to the specific military campaign led by Emperor Frederick II from 1228 to 1229.

Example Sentence:

The Sixth Crusade, led by Emperor Frederick II, resulted in a negotiated settlement rather than a military victory.

Local Usage:

In local usage, the term "Sixth Crusade" may also refer to other similar military campaigns undertaken in different regions during the same period.

Example Sentence:

The knights from our region played a crucial role in the Sixth Crusade, fighting bravely to recapture Jerusalem.

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