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Why It's Istanbul, Not Constantinople
Join Edward & Lily as they explore the historical significance of the fall of Constantinople in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire and the rise of the Ottoman Empire. It examines the factors leading to the Byzantine decline, including the Fourth Crusade and territorial losses, and outlines the Ottoman preparations for the siege under Mehmed II. We describe the siege itself and it…
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