Thomas Ypsilantis (1790–1848) was a prominent figure in the Greek War of Independence against Ottoman rule. He belonged to the Ypsilantis family, a notable Phanariot family in the Ottoman Empire, and played a pivotal role in the efforts to liberate Greece. Ypsilantis was educated in Europe and influenced by the ideals of the Enlightenment and the Greek desire for independence.
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