jan 16, 1453 - Fall of Rome
Description:
Byzantine Empire's capital was captured by the Ottoman Turks. The infantry went in and the soldiers at sea came to help them. The city was defended by around 10,000 men. The Turks had 100,000-150,000 men. The siege lasted for fifty days before Constantiople fell.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 16, 1453
Now
~ 573 years ago