Besieged Fortresses (2023): S02E04 – The Siege of Constantinople (1422)

Introduction Built at strategic points, and fitted with impressive fortifications, fortresses are thought to be impenetrable. Outline Constantinople, the jewel of the Byzantine Empire, has stood for a thousand years. Now, Sultan Mehmed II leads an army, and a stunning new superweapon, against this last remnant of Christianity in the East. But Emperor Constantin XI…

Andrew Marshall

28/09/2023

1–2 minutes

Fortification, Fortress, History, Military Documentary, War

Introduction

Built at strategic points, and fitted with impressive fortifications, fortresses are thought to be impenetrable.

Outline

Constantinople, the jewel of the Byzantine Empire, has stood for a thousand years. Now, Sultan Mehmed II leads an army, and a stunning new superweapon, against this last remnant of Christianity in the East. But Emperor Constantin XI knows his fortress and will fight to the death to keep it.

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 18 March 2023.
Running Time: 50-51 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: France.
Language: French and English.