Constantine : The Last Emperor of the Greeks or The Conquest of Constantinople by the Turks (AD 1453)
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Constantine: The Last Emperor of the Greeks or The Conquest of Constantinople by the Turks (AD 1453) is a historical account written by Chedomil Mijatovich. The book chronicles the final days of the Byzantine Empire and the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Turks in 1453.The author begins by providing a brief history of the Byzantine Empire and its decline in the centuries leading up to the siege of Constantinople. He then focuses on the final years of the empire and the reign of Constantine XI, the last emperor of the Greeks.Mijatovich describes the events leading up to the siege, including the Ottoman Empire's growing power and the political and religious tensions within Constantinople. He also provides a detailed account of the siege itself, including the tactics used by the Ottoman army and the desperate measures taken by the defenders of the city.Throughout the book, Mijatovich provides insights into the personalities and motivations of the key players in the conflict, including Constantine XI, Mehmed II (the Ottoman Sultan), and various military commanders on both sides.Overall, Constantine: The Last Emperor of the Greeks or The Conquest of Constantinople by the Turks (AD 1453) is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant events in world history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Byzantine Empire, the Ottoman Empire, or the broader history of Europe and the Middle East.1892. After the latest historical researches. Drawing upon all existing materials, Mijatovich describes the tragic incidents and terrible consequences of the great catastrophe of 1453 in regards to the conquest of Constantinople, the capital of Christian civilization. Contents: Moral Causes of the Rapid Rise of the Ottoman and the Fall of the Byzantine Empires; The Superior Military Organization of the Turks; On the Eve of the Fall; Diplomatic Negotiations and Preparations for War; Military Arrangement of the Besiegers and of the Besieged; The Diaries of the Siege; The Last Days; The Last Night; and The Last Hours.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781162644554
- ISBN-10: 1162644559
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.55 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.79 pounds
- Page Count: 264
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