by McNeese, Tim.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Sieges that changed the world Published by : Chelsea House Publishers, (Philadelphia :) Physical details: 100 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Istanbul (Turkey) --History --Siege, 1453. | Sieges. | Turkey --History --1288-1453. Year : 2003
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01. English Non Fiction
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
The empire of the East -- An empire in decline -- The sultan sets the stage -- The battle unfolds -- A beleaguered city -- The battle for the city begins -- Sacking the ancient city.
Describes the background to and the events of the 1453 siege of the Christian city of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire, by Turkish Muslims.