The Crusaders at Constantinople (Edexcel A-Level History): Flashcards
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Year Fourth Crusade diverted to Constantinople
Year Fourth Crusade diverted to Constantinople
1203
Crusader troop count by August 1203
Crusader troop count by August 1203
Around 3,000 troops
Overall military leader who stayed committed to plan
Overall military leader who stayed committed to plan
Boniface of Montferrat
Pope Innocent III's stance on Constantinople diversion
Pope Innocent III's stance on Constantinople diversion
Opposed it; was permanently sidelined
First target in assault on Constantinople (4 July 1203)
First target in assault on Constantinople (4 July 1203)
Galata Tower
Date Alexius III fled Constantinople
Date Alexius III fled Constantinople
17 July 1203
Date Isaac II restored to Byzantine throne
Date Isaac II restored to Byzantine throne
18 July 1203
Date Prince Alexius crowned as Alexius IV
Date Prince Alexius crowned as Alexius IV
1 August 1203
Total payment from Alexius IV to crusaders
Total payment from Alexius IV to crusaders
100,000 marks
Constantinople harbour crusaders accessed via Galata Tower
Constantinople harbour crusaders accessed via Galata Tower
Golden Horn