Latin-Epirote War | 3 Minute History

The video covers the rise of the Latin Empire after the fall of the Byzantine Empire, focusing on the conflicts and alliances among the Latins, Greeks, Bulgarians, and other regional powers. Key figures like Michael I and Theodore are highlighted, along with their strategic moves and the resulting shifts in power. The narrative includes the impact of crusades and the eventual decline of Eprus due to internal and external pressures.

What event allowed Michael of Iperus to strengthen his rule in the West?

• The alliance with the Serbs

• The peace treaty with the Niceans

• The betrayal of Kaloyan

• The death of Boniface of Thessalonica

Who did Theodore form an alliance with to strengthen his position against Bulgaria?

• Henry of the Latin Empire

• Stefan of Serbia

• Yolanda of the Latin Empire

• Kaloyan

What was the outcome of the Crusaders' preparation in Ancona?

• They successfully captured Thessalonica

• They were defeated by the Bulgarians

• They formed an alliance with the Niceans

• They were delayed by Theodore's diplomacy

What major event occurred in 1225 that posed a threat to Constantinople?

• The alliance between Nicea and Bulgaria

• The arrival of the main Crusader force

• The death of William of Montferrat

• The crowning of Theodore as emperor

What was the result of the meeting between Theodore and Ivan Asan II in 1230?

• The Latin Empire intervened

• A peace treaty was signed

• Theodore was defeated and captured

• Theodore captured Ivan Asan II