Philip I, also Philip of Courtenay, held the title of Latin Emperor of Constantinople from 1273–1283, although Constantinople had been reinstated since 1261 to the Byzantine Empire; he lived in exile and only held authority over Crusader States in Greece. He was born in Constantinople, the son of Baldwin II of Constantinople and Marie of Brienne.

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Born: 1243
Died: December 15, 1283

Family

Beatrice of Sicily, Latin Empressspouse Catherine of Courtenaychild Baldwin II of Constantinoplefather Marie of Briennemother

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Born: 1243
Died: December 15, 1283

Family

Beatrice of Sicily, Latin Empressspouse Catherine of Courtenaychild Baldwin II of Constantinoplefather Marie of Briennemother