John Angelos
Official of the Empire of Nicaea (died 1258)
About John Angelos
John Angelos was a part of the Komnenos family and was a senior official of the Empire of Nicaea. Of low birth, he was one of the favourites of Emperor Theodore II Laskaris (r. 1254–58), who promoted him to the rank of prōtostratōr in 1255, from the rank of megas primikērios. He died soon after Theodore's death, possibly committing suicide when the nobles under Michael Palaiologos took power.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Angelos?
Official of the Empire of Nicaea (died 1258)
When did John Angelos die?
John Angelos died in 1258.
What nationality was John Angelos?
John Angelos's recorded nationality: Empire of Nicaea.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Angelos (protostrator)
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