Gone Medieval The Fall of Constantinople
Nov 30, 2023
Explore the intense siege and fall of Constantinople in 1453, marking the end of Byzantine Empire and the rise of the Ottoman Empire. Discover the motivations of Sultan Mehmed II, the defensive mechanisms of Constantinople, and the challenges faced by the Byzantine defenders. Delve into Ottoman tactics, internal dissent, and their desire for Westward expansion. Witness the profound impact of the fall of Constantinople on the Ottoman Empire, solidifying their dominance as a major power.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Siege of Constantinople
04:34 • 14min
The Siege of Constantinople and the Fall of the City
18:33 • 3min
The Siege of Constantinople: Ottoman Tactics and Internal Dissent
22:03 • 7min
The Ottoman Empire's Desire for Westward Expansion
28:57 • 6min
The Fall of Constantinople and the Rise of the Ottoman Empire
34:47 • 4min