Crusades - Classroom | Timeline of Events

The Jewish Temple of Solomon is constructed in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem falls under the control of the Roman Empire.

Romans destroy the Second Temple of Solomon in Jerusalem.

Roman Emperor Constantine converts to Christianity.

The breakup of the Roman Empire creates the Byzantine Empire in the East; Jerusalem falls into the hands of the Byzantines.

Muhammad experiences revelations that lead to the founding of Islam.

The death of Muhammad marks the beginning of a long period of Islamic civil war and separation of Islam into Sunni and Shiite sects.

The second Muslim caliph, Umar, captures the city of Jerusalem.