Capture of Constantinople Flashcards
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1
Q
Who was sultan when they took over Constantinople?
A
Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the conqueror
2
Q
What empire ended
A
Byzantine empire
3
Q
Modern day name
A
Istanbul
4
Q
What became the new capital
A
Constantinople duh
5
Q
What did it become
A
Major cultural and trade Center
6
Q
What is Hagia Sophia
A
A mosque (building for worship)
