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Ottoman Artillery: The Bombards of Mehmed II
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Episode Ottoman Artillery: The Bombards of Mehmed II
In this episode, we explore the technological pivot that allowed Mehmed II to breach the Theodosian Walls in 1453. While previous episodes covered the Janissaries and the Divan, we focus on the unseen engineers like Urban and the massive bronze cannons that reshaped medieval warfare. We examine how the empire’s logistics supported these siege weapons, the metallurgical challenges of casting such huge barrels, and the psychological impact of the bombardment on Constantinople's defenders. You will hear about the specific dimensions of the great bombards, the role of Greek and Hungarian artisans in Ottoman service, and how this victory shifted the balance of power in Europe. This is a story of engineering, ambition, and the brutal reality of siege warfare that ended the Byzantine Empire.
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