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There were several attempts by Muslim armies to conquer Constantinople before Ottoman Muslim Sultan Mehmet II el-Fatih (the Conqueror) overran the city's defenses in 1453. The Muslims were unable to conquer Constantinople in those attacks because of how well the city is fortified. The Old City of Constantinople is on a small peninsula and the city walls went right up to the water. This meant that no siege weaponry could be used on three sides of the city. Correspondingly, the only land-border of the city was extremely well-fortified and developed. Additionally, since the land border was west-facing, it would require the Muslims, who were generally coming from the east, to move around the city's north or south face and given the defenders of the city enough time to prepare an effective defense.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoThe Muslims did conquer Constantinople under Muhammad Fateh. It remained the capital of Muslim Caliphate for many years. It is still under Muslims.
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∙ 8y agoFor the particulars, it depends on the continent in question, but usually it was because of the military strength of Non-Muslim Countries in resisting conquest.
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When did mehmet the second conquer constantinople?
1453
Where did the Muslims conquer in the crusades?
The Muslims conquered the Iberian Penninsula
Did Muslims conquer Christian kingdoms?
Yes, by defeating the Eastern Roman Empire, based in Constantinople and renamed Istanbul, and a section of the Western Roman Empire, including all of Northern Africa and most of Spain.
Did the Crusades attack Constantinople?
Yes they did. They managed to conquer Constantinople in 1204 and formed The Latin Empire of Constantinople until 1261 when The Emperor of Nicea reconquered the City for The Byzantine Empire.
What did ceasor Augustus fail at?
He was unable to Conquer Germany.
When did the Mongols conquer Constantinople?
They didn't.
When did mehmet the second conquer constantinople?
1453
Did Mongol Hordes conquer Constantinople?
No. They left before they did.
How did the crusades affect the Muslims?
The Crusades brought about widespread death, destruction, and displacement among the Muslim communities in the Middle East. They also fueled animosity and distrust between Muslims and Christians that still reverberates in some regions today. Additionally, the Crusades led to the rise of Muslim military leaders and resistance movements to defend against the invading European forces.
Where did the Muslims conquer in the crusades?
The Muslims conquered the Iberian Penninsula
Did Muslims conquer Christian kingdoms?
Yes, by defeating the Eastern Roman Empire, based in Constantinople and renamed Istanbul, and a section of the Western Roman Empire, including all of Northern Africa and most of Spain.
What did the Muslims do during the 4th crusade?
looted constantinople
Did the Crusades attack Constantinople?
Yes they did. They managed to conquer Constantinople in 1204 and formed The Latin Empire of Constantinople until 1261 when The Emperor of Nicea reconquered the City for The Byzantine Empire.
What important christian city fell to the Muslims in 1453?
Constantinople.
What did ceasor Augustus fail at?
He was unable to Conquer Germany.
What European power was napoleon unable to conquer?
Rome
Who were the first Muslims to take over the city of Constantinople?
The Ottoman Turks
