Ottoman invasion of Otranto

Quando

jul. de 1480 – 1481

Tipo

Batalha

Coordenadas

40.15° N, 18.48° E

Description

1480-1481 invasion of the Italian city of Otranto by Ottoman Empire forces

1480–1481 invasion of southern Italy

In the summer of 1480, the Ottoman Empire invaded southern Italy, and laid siege to Otranto, finally capturing it on 11 August. This was their first outpost in Italy. According to a traditional account, more than 800 inhabitants were beheaded after the city had been captured, because they would not renounce their Christian faith. The Martyrs of Otranto are still celebrated in Italy.

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