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How the crusaders destroyed a Christian city

How the crusaders destroyed a Christian city

Why was Constantinople attacked in the year 1204?

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Tony McMahon
Sep 21, 2021
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Greetings to all you Gold and Silver Level Templar knights. Here is a terrible story. Why did Christian crusaders end up sacking and destroying a Christian city: Constantinople? It’s a tale of intrigue and treachery to be sure…

The Fourth Crusade has to stand out as one of the most depressing and destructive events in history. A crusade that was notional…

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