Historical Events tagged with "empire expansion"

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Military & Warfare

Ottoman Turks Capture Buda, Hungarian Capital

August 29th, 1541 483 years ago

The Ottoman Empire successfully captured Buda, the capital of the Hungarian Kingdom, in a strategic military campaign. This pivotal event was part of the larger struggle between the Ottomans and the Habsburgs for control of Eastern Europe. The siege included heavy artillery bombardments and tactical maneuvers, reflecting the military prowess of the Ottomans. Buda was a significant stronghold, and its capture marked a turning point in the Ottoman expansion into Hungary.

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Military & Warfare

Li Jing's Expeditionary Force Conquers Chu

November 16th, 951 1073 years ago

Emperor Li Jing of the Southern Tang launched a military campaign against the Kingdom of Chu, deploying a force of 10,000 troops led by General Bian Hao. This strategic move aimed to annex Chu into Southern Tang territory, marking a significant expansion of Li Jing's realm. Upon achieving victory, the ruling family of Chu was forcibly relocated to the capital in Nanjing, cementing Southern Tang's control over the conquered region and effectively ending the Chu Kingdom.

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