Why did the crusades take place??

Crusades, military expeditions, beginning in the late 11th century.

Explanation:

The Crusades took place to hold control of religious places that were considered that were considered holy by both the Christians and Muslims.

Explanation:

The Crusades were a series of religious wars between the Muslims and Christians, who were obviously both religious.  

“i think it is very plausible that if there are five votes to end the death penalty, it could be with the people who are on the court right now,” - smith

so basically it is not clearly and consistently imposed