The Ottoman Empire
Ancient Civilisations
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The Rise of Mehmed II and the Fall of Constantinople
This chapter explores Mehmed II's conquest of Constantinople in the 15th century, marking a turning point that solidified the Ottoman Empire's dominance in both Europe and the Islamic world. It discusses the strategic military advancements and the internal weaknesses of the Byzantine Empire that facilitated this historic siege, as well as the cultural transformations that followed, including the conversion of Hagia Sophia. The chapter also highlights the legacy of Mehmed II and transitions into the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, emphasizing the empire's grandeur and its complex relationships with Christian nations.
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