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Fall of Constantinople

Fall of Constantinople

The Theodosian Walls of Constantinople are breached after weeks of relentless Ottoman bombardment. Byzantine defenders, led by Emperor Constantine XI, make a desperate last stand at the Gate of St. Ro

Year 1453
Date 5/29
Location Theodosian Walls, Constantinople (Modern Day Istanbul, Turkey)
Layer 2
Visibility PUBLIC

Key Figures

Constantine XI Byzantine Captain Janissary Warrior Ottoman Archer City Militiaman

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