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The great siege of Malta: Knights Hospitaller vs the Ottoman empire

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Economic Forces Behind Major Historical Conflicts

This chapter explores the economic implications of the Great Siege of Malta, illustrating how historical societies recognized economic influences on their decisions. It also compares this siege with the Spanish destruction of a French colony in Florida, emphasizing the impact of economic interests on imperial actions against smaller adversaries.

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