Which Crusade led to the formation of the Empire of Nicaea?
Second Crusade
Third Crusade
Fourth Crusade
Fifth Crusade
Answer
The Fourth Crusade led to the formation of the Empire of Nicaea. The Sack of Constantinople during the crusade caused the fracturing of the Byzantine Empire and the emergence of the Empire of Nicaea and other rump states.
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