1261
From Phantis
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Events
July
- July 25: Michael VIII Palaeologus captures Constantinople from the Latins and reinstates the Byzantine Empire.
August
- August 15: A triumphant parade entering Constantinople is held, with the emperor following the famous Hodegetria icon of the Virgin into the city.
December
- December 25: Michael VIII Palaeologus has 11-year old John IV Lascaris blinded, removing him from contention for his throne.
