The Siege of Vienna - Ottoman Ambitions vs European Defenders
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In the fifteenth episode of 5 Minute Warfare, we recount the dramatic events of the Siege of Vienna in 1683, a pivotal clash between the Ottoman Empire and European defenders. In just five minutes, we explore how the city of Vienna, on the brink of collapse after months of siege, was saved by a coalition of forces led by King John III Sobieski of Poland. The episode examines the strategies, sacrifices, and the decisive battle that turned the tide against Ottoman expansion in Europe. Join us as we uncover the story of this critical moment in military history.
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