Events tagged with "Mehmet II"

Historical Events tagged with "Mehmet II"

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Military & Warfare

Hunyadi's Victory at the Siege of Belgrade

July 22nd, 1456 568 years ago

John Hunyadi led a decisive victory against Mehmet II's forces during the Siege of Belgrade. This confrontation saw a coalition of Hungarian and Serbian troops defending the city, successfully repelling the Ottoman advancements. The siege lasted multiple weeks, with Hunyadi employing strategic maneuvers and strong fortifications to thwart the Ottomans. Ultimately, this conflict exemplified the military prowess of Hunyadi and delayed Ottoman expansion into Central Europe.