Central and Eastern European Timeline

By mharry15@rockets.rochester3a.net
  • Feb 3, 1075

    Syria recaptured

    Syria is reclaimed by the Muslims
  • Feb 3, 1095

    Alexius appeals to Urban II

    Alexius appeals to Urban II at Council of Piacenza for help against the Turks. The First Crusade is proclaimed at Council of Clermont.
  • Feb 3, 1096

    Crusaders invade Constantinople

    Crusaders arrive at Constantinople. The Crusaders are successful, but eventually withdraw from cooperation with the Byzantines.
  • Feb 3, 1204

    Fourth Crusade

    1204: Fourth Crusade captures Constantinople. The Latin Empire of Constantinople is formed as well as many Byzantine successor states. The capture of Constantinople in 1204 was a blow from which the Byzantines never fully recovered.

  • Basil II captures Syria

    995: Basil II reconquers Syria from the Muslims. Reclaiming land for the Byzantine Empire.

  • Basil II captures Greece

    Basil II recaptures Greece from the Bulgars, expanding the empire