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The Rise & Fall of Constantinople
The King's Hall
The Fall of Constantinople: A Tragic Prelude
This chapter examines the complex historical context leading to the fall of Constantinople, focusing on the interactions between the Byzantine Empire and Western merchants. It details the economic strategies of emperors Alexios and Manuel Comnenos and the social upheaval resulting from rising tensions, culminating in the massacre of Latin merchants in 1182. The narrative follows the destructive path towards the final siege in 1453, depicting the fierce battles, desperate pleas for assistance, and the eventual tragic end of the Byzantine Empire.
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