The History of the Fall of Constantinople
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Constantinople was the greasiest city back in it's time. The culture and the way people lived there made Constantinople really rich in success. But one humble Sultan wanted Constantinople. He said, " There is only one thing I want, give me Constantinople." Constantine was really proud and honored to have the city he had loved and cherished for many years. So Constantine XI sent gold to Mehmed as a gift so their would have been peace between them. But Mehmed just waited and watched as Constantine became broke and lost most of the gold he originally had. Since Constantine was almost out of money, he asked the Catholic Church in Rome for extra help for military uses. He even sent gifts to the Sultan and promised he would increase the amount of gold. But Mehmed turned down Constantine's offer. But, the Sultan told Constantine that he could have a territory in Greece and the freedom of religion for he's people. But the trade had to be fair. Constantine would have had to give up his city, Constantinople. But Constantine would never such a thing. Constantine made one last letter for the Sultan. He said, "As it is clear that thy now is desired is more war than peace, I turn now and look alone to God. However I release thee from all thy own and treaties with me and closing the gates of my capital. I will defend my people to the last drop of my blood." So on April 6, 1453, the Sultan camped outside the borders of Constantinople waiting for the right time to attack. He said, " I will as the law commands, spare you the citizens of this great city, harm neither your families nor your belongings if you voluntarily surrender to me." That was the last warning from the Sultan. So on April 6, 1453, all fury broke through, the Ottomans were now trying to capture Constantinople. During the many battles, the Ottomans prevailed. They have finally captured the great city of Constantinople. During the last battle, Constantine XI's last words were, "The city is fallen and I am still alive." So then the Ottomans finally exceeded and Mehmed finally captured the city, a task his forefathers couldn't accomplish. During the last battle, Constantine XI's last words were, "The city is fallen and I am still alive." That was the finale of the Fall of Constantinople. The Byzantine Empire and Roman Empire had fallen. But the Ottoman Empire had just started.