feb 1, 1453 - Siege of Constantinople
Description:
In 1453, Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire conquered Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This event marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the rise of the Ottomans as a major international power. The fall of Constantinople had profound effects on trade, culture, and politics in the region. It also prompted European exploration and the search for new trade routes, contributing to the Age of Exploration.Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 1, 1453
Now
~ 572 years ago