Emperor Constantine XI Palaiologos

Emperor Constantine XI Palaiologos was the last Byzantine emperor, ruling Constantinople from 1449 until its fall in 1453. He was known for his leadership during the final, desperate siege by the Ottoman Turks. Constantine fought to defend his empire and preserve Christian Byzantium, but despite his efforts, the city fell, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire. His death symbolized the failure of Byzantium’s struggle against Ottoman expansion, and he is remembered as a heroic figure, embodying resilience and dedication to his people and faith during a pivotal moment in history.