Mehmed II
Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror, was the Ottoman Sultan from 1444 to 1446 and again from 1451 until his death in 1481. He is best known for his successful conquest of Constantinople in 1453, which marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and a significant expansion of the Ottoman Empire. Mehmed II was a patron of the arts and architecture, and he played a crucial role in establishing Istanbul as a cultural and political center. His relationship with Mara Branković was characterized by mutual respect and her significant influence during his reign.
Born on May 30, 1432 (593 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 84,339,067 | 58,528 | $720,000 | 500$ |
| Greece | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 7,269 | $190,000 | 132$ |
| Totals | 2 | 94,762,121 | 65,797 | $910,000 | 632$ |
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Greece:
Mehmed II, known as the Conqueror, is celebrated for his conquest of Constantinople in 1453.
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Turkey:
Mehmed II successfully transported a large number of ships overland to Haliç during the conquest of Istanbul.
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Romania:
Mehmed II was the Sultan whose forces Ioan de Hunedoara successfully repelled at the gates of Belgrade.
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Hungary:
Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror, became Sultan at the age of 12 and is known for his conquest of Constantinople.
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Serbia:
Sultan Mehmed respected Mara Branković and treated her with great honor after Murat's death.
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