Constantinople was captured in 1453 by army of Ottoman Empire. That was end of Byzantine Empire. Ivan III of Russia <span>wedded </span>Sophia Paleologue, <span>daughter of </span><span>Thomas Palaeologus (brother of last Byzantine Emperor), so Ivan had mariage right to Byzanine throne. Ortodox canonist also suggested that Moscovy became new Rome.</span>
without knowing whether or not taxes were paid, you could still find out the bill with the tips. Let me know if this makes sense or if i still need to explain.