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aug 1, 1571 - Loss of Cyprus

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The Ottomans turned their attention to Cyprus in 1568, and in 1570 demanded its cession. They took Nicosia, Kyrenia surrendered, and they took Famagusta, gaining control of all of Cyprus.

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aug 1, 1571
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~ 455 years ago