jan 1, 1453 - End of Byzantine Empire
Description:
Constantinople has been declining economically, in population and military strength. Using European artillery and experts, the Ottoman Turks break through Constantinople's walls. Disciplined Muslim forces capture the city. This ends Constantinople as the center of Eastern Orthodox Christianity and the heart of the remains of the Roman Empire.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1453
Now
~ 573 years ago