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Albigensian Crusade

Crusade in southern France that destroyed Cathar power and extended Capetian influence.

Timeline
1209-1229
Duration
21 years
Region
Southern France
Record
Static archive

Historical overview

Overview adapted from a Wikipedia summary and stored locally on May 11, 2026.

The Albigensian Crusade was launched against Cathar communities and their protectors in southern France. It expanded Capetian influence and reshaped Languedoc.

Theater countries

France

Actors

French crown and crusadersCounts of ToulouseCathar communities

Tags

crusadecivil-warfrance

Border context

1100-1299historical border era

Crusader and Mongol age

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