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Latin Empire
The Latin Empire was set up by the Fourth Crusade after it sacked Constantinople in 1204. The Byzantine Empire of Nicaea recaptured the city in 1261.
Key facts
| Dates | 1204 – 1261 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Greece, Rome & Byzantium |
| Continent | Europe, Asia |
| Capital | Constantinople |
| Founder | Baldwin I |
| Religion(s) | Catholic Christianity |
| Peak extent | ≈ 0.35 million km² (c. 1204 CE) – source |
Before & after
Preceded by
Byzantine Empire (Eastern Roman Empire)
Followed by
Byzantine Empire (Eastern Roman Empire) Empire of Thessalonica
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.