The Chios Diaspora: Tabacchi - Zygomala - Psycha Families & The Making Of A Maritime Empire

This book embarks on an exploration of three remarkable families: the Tabacchi, the Zygomala, and the Psycha.Hailing from Chios, Greece each house has left an indelible mark and their stories woven into the grand tapestry of history, transcend mere genealogy. They are chronicles of ambition, resilience, and a testament to the strength and inherent dignity of the human spirit.While their names have echoed through centuries, a comprehensive chronicle of their lives has remained elusive. This work seeks to rectify this omission, offering a meticulous exploration of their origins, triumphs, and trials. By examining historical records, genealogical data, and personal narratives, I aim to illuminate the profound impact these families have exerted on the world stage.Here are just some of the topics covered in this book:- Short history of Chios from 1042 to 1822.- Levant, European & Indian Commerce: The history of modern Greek commerce- Greek merchants and bankers in the City of London, early 1860s- The Emergence of a Greek Community in Marseilles- Greek Commercial Enterprises in India- The house of Tabacchi: [selection] Despina N. Tamvaco & Mathew P. Rodocanachi, Maria E. Tamvaco & Christoforos A. Nomikos, Athanasios Tabacopoulos & Amalia Psycha, Catherine G. Tabacopoulo & p. Constantin J. Caradja, Maria G. Tamvaco & Stephen A. Micrulachi, Minouska Tamvaco & Antonios A. Rallis, Smaragda T. Tabacopoulo & Anagnostis I. Deligiannis,Thalia G. Tamvaco & Miltiades L. Calvocoressi- The house of Zygomala: [selection] Andreas G. Zygomalas & Mariora G. Tabacopoulo, Despina Z. Zygomala & Emmanuel J. Schilizzi, Marigo Zygomala & Michael Caralli, Michael G. Zygomalas & Maria E. Metaxa, Maria M. Zygomala & Demetrios N. Calvocoressi, Stephane P. Zygomala & Zennou N. Mavrogordato, Costi Salvago & Julia S. Ralli, Miké C. Salvago & Arghyro E. Benachi- The house of Psycha: [selection] Aikaterini G. Psycha & Manolis Dragoumis, Despina S. Psycha & Eustratius P. Scaramanga, George P. Psycha & Zenovia M. Salvago, Jeannette G. Psycha & Costi M. Ralli, Pandely G. Psycha & Loula M. RalliThis work serves as a tribute to these families and their enduring impact. It is dedicated to the people of Chios, whose rich history and unwavering spirit continue to inspire, and to the communities in Liverpool, London, Manchester, Marseille, Trieste, St Petersburg, Odessa, New York, Calcutta, Mumbai, Alexandria and beyond who embraced these families. Read more