January 1, 2015

Notes: Episode 15, The Fall of Constantinople (Part 1)

Notes

As with every show, I’ll list any corrections or clarifications here. If there’s anything I’ve overlooked, please contact me by email or in the comments and I’ll edit the notes to reflect the new information. 6:44 – At the founding of Constantinople, Mediolanum was the administrative capital of the Roman Empire and had been since 286. In 402, The western capital was moved to Ravenna. 12:08 – I downplay the sacking of Rome by the crusaders in 1205 a little bit, […]

15. The Fall of Constantinople (Part 1)

Show

In this episode, we discuss the final siege by the Ottoman Turks against the city of Constantinople in the 15th century, effectively ending the unbroken chain of the Roman Empire. My brother Ethan Bleskie joins as guest.