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Although thwarted by Byzantine resistance during the rapid expansion of the 7th century, a Muslim nation (the Ottoman Turks) was finally able to capture The Queen of Cities (Constantinople) in 1453.
Yes, as the need for a sturdy and powerful 'base' was needed for the Seljuk Turks.
As Constantinople was called the "gate of Europe", its capture by the Turks, in 1453, marked the starting point of the Turkish invasion into Europe. To make them more threatening to the European nations, the Turks were Muslims. Later on they extended their rule over the nations which were on their way to Vienna. It took about 150 years until they were forced to retreat and give up almost all the European territories.
The Ottoman Turks attempted to conquer the city From April 6,1453-May 29, 1453, when the siege ending with the Turks conquering the city.
Constantinople was conquered by the Ottoman Turks in 1453.
When Constantinople was captured, the Turks closed the trade route. Since Constantinople was required to go through to get to Asia, they couldn't get the spices, resources, and such they normally got from Asia. This caused Europe's economy to take a hit.
the Ottoman Turks.
Constantinople was captured by the Ottoman Turks in 1453.
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Turks took Constantinople on May 29th 1453.
Constantinople fell the The Ottoman Turks in 1453.