Constantinople, May 29, 1453. The city is ravaged and desperate as defenders rally to protect the capital of an empire in decline. What led to this moment? And how did this final battle play out?

In The Fall of Constantinople: A World on Its Last Day, you will uncover the true story of Constantinople’s 1,000-year span of power and prosperity and dive headfirst into the events of its final days, immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and experiences of a city on the brink of transformation. Join Professor Andrew Novo, of the National Defense University, as he takes you on a journey through the history of the city, from its founding by Constantine, through its many transformations, to the events of the infamous day in May that would transform the world to what we know of it today.