Cutting edge X-rays pierce through tough marine crust to reveal 800-year-old weapon was slightly bent, probably during a fierce maritime skirmish

In 'Jerusalem Falls,' Prof. John Hosler analyzes what happened in the Holy City between the battles of the Middle Ages - and finds unexpected religious tolerance

Through April 6, an exhibit at Massachusetts's College of the Holy Cross shows how the violent religious wars also had an indelible artistic and aesthetic impact on Europeans

Archaeologists baffled as they uncover new elements of Old City fortifications, including parts of a huge rock-hewn trench; discoveries made during infrastructure work

Study published in scientific journal uses radiocarbon dating and genome sequencing, comparing to genetic data from modern Jews to match remains to infamous medieval massacre

Analysis of 11th-12th cent. vessel shards excavated in Jerusalem's Old City give support to Crusader-era accounts of exploding projectiles -- such as depicted in 'The Holy Grail'

Experts say shrine was used by Catholic clergy until Muslims retook Jerusalem in 1244, after which it was used by Greek Orthodox church until 1808 when it was damaged in a fire

During work to expand a highway near Tzippori, dozens of metal artifacts are found, including horseshoe nails that the Christian invaders used before setting out to battle

Though encrusted with marine organisms, one-meter-long blade was preserved in perfect condition, expert says; finder given outstanding citizen award for handing in relic

A newly found inscription has forced archaeologists to rethink their dating of a fortification wall, and high-tech analysis is building a clearer picture than ever of the site