Palaiologos family tree

The Palaiologos family was the last ruling dynasty of the Byzantine Empire, which fell in 1453. It began with Michael VIII Palaiologos, who regained Constantinople in 1261. His descendants included several emperors, such as Andronikos II and John VIII. The family experienced internal conflicts and external threats, leading to the empire's decline. Notable figures include Constantine XI, the last emperor, who died defending the city. The Palaiologos lineage symbolizes the end of Byzantine rule and the transitional period to Ottoman dominance in the Eastern Mediterranean. Their legacy is a significant part of medieval history.