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Constantinople
Constantinople
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During the siege that followed, a small band of badly organised defenders, outnumbered ten to one, confronted the might of the Ottoman army in a bitter contest fought on land, sea and underground, and directed by two remarkable men - Sultan Mehmet II and the Emperor Constantine XI. In the fevered religious atmosphere, heightened by the first massed use of artillery bombardment, both sides feared that the end of the world was nigh.
The outcome of the siege, decided in a few short hours on 29 May 1453, is one of the great set-piece moments of world history.
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One Line Summary
Historic siege illuminating a pivotal turning point.
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Who is this book for?
If you're captivated by history's great turning points, this book offers a vivid portrayal of the fall of Constantinople. It captures the chaos and drama of the siege, bringing to life the fierce courage of those involved and the religious fervor of the era. It's a compelling read for anyone interested in how a single event changed the course of history.