The Palaiologos Dynasty: War, Exile, and Imperial Collapse

Описание: What dark secrets fueled the rise and fall of the Palaiologos Dynasty, the final rulers of the Byzantine Empire? For 194 years, from 1261 to 1453, this Greek noble family wielded unmatched power, amassing a $500 million fortune through cunning control of trade and taxes. From Michael VIII’s daring usurpation to reclaim Constantinople to Constantine XI’s tragic stand against the Ottomans, their reign was a thrilling saga of triumphs and treachery. Behind the grandeur of the Palaiologan Renaissance, with its dazzling revival of Greek art and philosophy, lie whispered tales of family betrayals, shadowy usurpations, and controversial religious deals that rival the scandals of modern dynasties like the Windsors or Redstones. How did their legacy endure through descendants and Greek nationalism, outlasting fleeting empires? This video peels back the layers of intrigue, exposing the hidden truths of a dynasty that shaped history. Join us to uncover the captivating mysteries of the Palaiologos, a story that will grip history buffs and thrill-seekers alike with its blend of power, deception, and enduring influence.

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00:00 Introduce
01:28 From new money to old money
34:01 Michael VIII’s Secret Blinding of John IV Laskaris
48:28 Andronikos II’s Secret Betrayal of General Alexios Philanthropenos
01:11:43 John VIII’s Secret Conversion to Catholicism
01:28:12 Zoe-Sophia Palaiologina’s Secret Russian Alliance
01:45:37 Andreas Palaiologos’s Secret Sale of Imperial Titles