The Fall of Constantinople: The Last Siege in 1453
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the final siege of Constantinople in 1453, focusing on the dramatic events that led to the fall of the Byzantine Empire. They discuss the key figures: Sultan Mehmed II, Emperor Constantine XI, the Hungarian engineer Orban who cast the massive bombard, and the Genoese commander Giovanni Giustiniani. They examine the critical role of the Theodosian Walls, the Mesoteichion, and the chain across the Golden Horn. The conversation covers the Ottoman fleet's portage over the Pera hills, the failed relief attempts by European powers, and the final assault on May 29, 1453. They also touch on the aftermath, including the transformation of Hagia Sophia into a mosque and the city's new identity as Istanbul. The episode ends with a reflection on the city's enduring legacy.
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Fler avsnitt av Constantinople to Istanbul: How a City Changed the World — Fexingo History
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