Fourth Crusade - 3 Minute History

The Third Crusade defended crusader states but failed to capture Jerusalem. After Frederick Barbarossa's death, his son launched the Empress Crusade, capturing key coastal cities. The Fourth Crusade, initially aimed at Egypt, was redirected to Constantinople due to financial issues with Venice. The Crusaders, involved in Byzantine politics, eventually sacked Constantinople in 1204, leading to the division of the Byzantine Empire into the Latin Empire and other territories.

How did the Crusaders manage to capture Constantinople in 1204?

What were the consequences of the division of the Byzantine Empire after the Crusaders' victory?