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The 1453 fall of Constantinople: capturing the Byzantine capital
History Extra podcast
The Siege and Fall of Constantinople
This chapter examines the intense bombardment during the siege of Constantinople, detailing the Ottoman forces' strategic challenges and their eventual bold maneuvers. It highlights the dramatic shift in morale for both the attackers and defenders as the siege escalates into a chaotic struggle. The chapter concludes with the brutal aftermath of the city's fall, reflecting on the devastating consequences for its inhabitants.
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