On this episode, Mark welcomes back Dr Steve Tibble to discuss his book 'Crusader Armies' where he dispels many of the macro popular perspectives of "The Crusades". That the reasons why the armies fought, how they fought and how they were motivated may not be as obvious as it seems yet far more complex. Additionally, Mark and Steve discuss a mutual love for wargaming and revisit Steve's book 'Assassins and Templars' which has been taken by Wargames Illustrated and others to build a game to explore the topic.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

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Hosted by Mark Martin.

With guest Dr Steve Tibble.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.

Audio: Mixed using Async.

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