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Internal Preparations Amidst the Ottoman Siege
This chapter explores the desperate preparations within Constantinople as the Ottoman threat approaches, detailing the Byzantines' efforts to fortify their defenses and garner support from other Christian nations. It also highlights the involvement of Italian city-states, particularly Venice and Genoa, and the significance of a skilled mercenary in bolstering the city's military capabilities.