Military & Warfare

Parthenon Bombarded During Venetian Siege

The Parthenon in Athens was partially destroyed when Venetian forces bombarded the Acropolis during the Morean War. The building had been repurposed as a gunpowder depot by the Ottoman garrison, which led to its severe damage when munitions ignited. This incident marked a significant event in the conflict, highlighting the strategic importance of the location and the vulnerabilities of historic structures during warfare.

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