1453 The Fall of Constantinople | The Battle That Changed the World

In 1453, the world witnessed one of the most dramatic turning points in history – the Fall of Constantinople. After standing for over a thousand years, the great walls of the Byzantine capital finally fell to the rising power of the Ottoman Empire, led by Sultan Mehmed II. This epic siege not only ended the Byzantine Empire but also marked the true end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of a new era. In this video, we dive deep into the story of the last days of Byzantium: ⚔️ The desperate defense by Emperor Constantine XI ⚔️ The massive Ottoman army and its terrifying new weapon – the giant cannon ⚔️ The bravery, betrayal, and tragedy inside the city ⚔️ The final assault that changed history forever Join us as we relive the battle that reshaped the world, the moment when one empire fell and another rose to dominate centuries of history. 00:00 Introduction 03:10 The Byzantine Empire before the siege 10:45 Mehmed II and Ottoman preparations 18:20 The Siege of Constantinople begins 30:00 Turning points of the battle 40:00 The Final Assault & Aftermath #Fall of Constantinople #Constantinople1453 #Byzantine Empire #Ottoman Empire