Ottoman conquest from "summary" of Constantinople by Philip Mansel
The fall of Constantinople in 1453 marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of a new era under Ottoman rule. The conquest of the great city by Sultan Mehmed II was a defining moment in history, symbolizing the shift of power from East to West. The Ottoman conquest brought about significant changes in the region, reshaping the political and cultural landscape of the Mediterranean and beyond. The siege of Constantinople was a long and bloody affair, with the city's defenders putting up a fierce resistance against the Ottoman forces. Despite their efforts, the walls of Constantinople were breached, and the city fell into the hands of the Ottomans. The conquest of Constantinople was a triumph for the Ottomans, establishing them as a major power in the region and solidifying their control over the strategically important Bosporus Strait. The fall of Constantinople had far-reaching conse...
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