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Constantinople to Istanbul: How a City Changed the World — Fexingo History
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Fexingo History: The 1453 Siege of Constantinople

7 min•23 juni 2026

Lucas and Luna revisit the final siege of Constantinople in 1453, focusing on the overlooked role of the Theodosian Walls and the Ottoman bombardment. They discuss the city's weakened state under Constantine XI, the massive cannon built by Orban, the naval blockade, and the critical moment when a small gate was left open. The conversation covers the final Byzantine emperor's last stand, the sack, and the transformation of Hagia Sophia into a mosque. A somber reflection on imperial fall and urban rebirth.

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