The Fall of Constantinople and the Tragic End of the Byzantines
In 1453, after more than 60 years of trying, the Ottomans finally besieged and captured the city of Constantinople. This marked the end of one phase of Ottoman expansion and the beginning of another as the dominant power of the region. It was also the end of the Byzantines, the last vestige of a Roman Empire that had once stretched over the entire Mediterranean and beyond. Support our show by supporting our sponsors! Boll a Branch - Visit BollandBranch.com and use promo code "TIDES" to get $50 off your first order and sleep like a feckless king! Audible - Want to read what Patrick is reading? Just go to Audible.com/TIDES or text TIDES to 500-500 to start your free trial today! The Art of Shaving - The perfect shave is here. Get 15% off your first order by using the promo code "TIDES" at checkout online or in the store.
