Dandolo Family

The Dandolo family was a prominent Venetian noble family, most famous for their leadership during the Fourth Crusade and their political influence in Venice during the Middle Ages. They produced notable figures such as Enrico Dandolo, the Doge of Venice, who played a key role in diverting the Fourth Crusade towards Constantinople. The family was known for their wealth, political power, and contributions to Venice's maritime dominance and cultural development. Their legacy includes fostering Venice’s rise as a major commercial and economic hub during medieval times.