Front

Who captured Constantinople and looted it for a long time?

Back

The Franks

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Who was the emperor of Nicaea that sought to reclaim Constantinople?

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Michael VIII Palaiologos

Front

What did Michael VIII Palaiologos promise to the Genoese in exchange for their help?

Back

Commercial privileges in Byzantine ports

Front

In what year did Michael VIII Palaiologos successfully reclaim Constantinople?

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1261

Front

Who was the general that managed to enter Constantinople through an unguarded opening?

Back

Alexios Strategopoulos

Front

Where was Michael VIII Palaiologos crowned emperor after reclaiming the city?

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In the Hagia Sophia

Front

What happened to the state of the city during the fifty-seven years of Latin rule?

Back

The state treasury was emptied, buildings fell into ruin, and artworks were looted or moved to the West.

Front

What was the general sentiment of the Byzantines towards the Franks after their occupation?

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They became hated and unwanted.

Front

What problems persisted in Constantinople even after its recovery?

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The city remained without allies and faced many enemies.

Front

Which groups posed threats to the Byzantine Empire after the recovery of Constantinople?

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Turkish tribes in the East, Serbs and Bulgarians in the North, and Franks and Venetians in the West.