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Constantinople Fall - 1
The Turks blockade the city. Date: 10 November 1452
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1452 Blockade Constantinople Turks
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of Constantinople with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features the powerful image "Constantinople Fall - 1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the historic event as the Turks lay siege to the city on 10 November 1452. With brilliant colors and stunning detail, this puzzle is more than just a pastime - it's a journey back in time. Get ready to immerse yourself in an engaging and educational experience. Puzzle pieces are made of premium quality materials for a perfect fit and long-lasting enjoyment.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
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Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print depicts a pivotal moment in the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Turks on 10 November 1452. The once-great city, a symbol of Byzantine power and culture, now stands besieged and vulnerable. The Ottoman army, led by Sultan Mehmed II, had been laying siege to the city for months, determined to claim it for their own. In this image, the Turkish forces are shown blocking the land and sea approaches to the city, effectively cutting off supplies and reinforcements for the beleaguered Byzantine defenders. The fall of Constantinople marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of the Ottoman Empire. It was a turning point in world history, signaling the decline of the European Middle Ages and the rise of the Ottoman Empire as a major power in Europe and the Mediterranean. The event also had significant religious implications, as Constantinople was the seat of the Eastern Orthodox Church and the loss of the city to the Muslims was a major blow to the Christian world. The print captures the drama and tension of the moment, with smoke rising from the city and the Turkish forces poised to strike. The image serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Constantinople, and the profound impact of the events of 10 November 1452 on the course of history.
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