During the sacking of the city, numerous artifacts and valuable goods were damaged or carried off. A Latin Empire was established on Byzantine territory. This development produced lasting consequences that heightened tensions between Eastern and Western Christianity.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Fourth Crusade — Sack of Constantinople?
- In 1204, the forces participating in the Fourth Crusade diverged from their original objective and besieged and captured Constantinople.
- When did Fourth Crusade — Sack of Constantinople happen?
- 1204 CE