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Theodore I Laskaris

Type Figure Region Empire of Nicaea Time c. 1174–1222 Also known as Theodore I Laskaris、Theodore Laskaris

Theodore I Laskaris was the founder and first emperor of the Empire of Nicaea (1205–1222).…

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  1. 1204–1210Nicaea · Empire of NicaeaAfter the Fourth Crusade he organized an exiled Byzantine regime in Asia Minor, establishing the capital at Nicaea and gradually consolidating control over surrounding areas.
  2. 1221–1222Nicaea · Empire of NicaeaIn his later years he continued to oppose the Latin Empire and Seljuk forces; he died at Nicaea in 1222, and the throne passed to John III Vatatzes.

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