The capture of Tripolitsa marked a turning point in the Greek War of Independence, which began in 1821 as a bid to liberate Greece from nearly four centuries of Ottoman domination. Tripolitsa, the capital of the Morea region, had functioned as a vital administrative and military center for the Ottomans. The siege, led by key figures such as Theodoros Kolokotronis, involved a coalition of Greek forces who worked together to besiege the city. The operation symbolized both strategic military planning and grassroots enthusiasm among the Greek citizen-soldiers fighting for their freedom.

The siege began in early September and saw fierce fighting and multiple attempts to breach the city's walls. Greek forces surrounded Tripolitsa, cutting off supply routes while launching assaults against its fortifications. The Ottoman defenders were aware of the significance of their position and devoted considerable resources to its defense. However, despite their efforts, the rebels managed to capitalize on internal dissent and the weariness of a protracted conflict.

Finally, on September 23, the Greek forces executed a decisive attack that breached the city walls. The aftermath of the siege resulted in a significant loss of life, but it also dealt a critical blow to Ottoman control in the Peloponnese. The capture of Tripolitsa galvanized the Greek independence movement, inspiring further uprisings throughout Greece and confirming the resolve of the Greeks to achieve liberation.