Council of Acre

The Council of Acre, held in 1272, was a significant gathering of Christian leaders, mainly from Western Europe, during the period of the Crusades. It took place in Acre, a key coastal city in the Holy Land. The council aimed to address various issues facing the Crusader states, including military strategies, governance, and internal disputes among different factions. It sought to unify forces against Muslim rulers in the region. The discussions and decisions aimed to strengthen Christian presence and influence in the Holy Land, reflecting the ongoing religious and political tensions of the time.