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Episode 173 - The 4th Crusade

Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast

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Chaos and Conquest: The Fall of Constantinople

This chapter delves into the political turmoil of Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade, highlighting the rise and fall of emperors amid chaos and financial desperation. It culminates in a vivid portrayal of the Crusaders' brutal looting and its long-lasting impact on the Byzantine Empire and Eastern Christendom.

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