You're welcome. I don't think we disagree at all on the MOST important reason for the Crusades, i.e., Urban's wish to de-Islamize the Holy Lands. Our disagreement is over how much the other factors played a part.
Yes, I agree. I found your posts back and forth quite thought-provoking and entertaining. A very informative post in general and the ideas/exchanges speak well of Free Republic. Unlike some of the other exchanges I have seen here.
Thanks again!