Byzantine Civil War 1341-47 - 3 Minute History

The Byzantine Empire faced a series of internal conflicts and external threats in the 13th and 14th centuries. Andronicus II's exclusion of his grandson led to a civil war, with Andronicus III eventually taking power. The empire was further weakened by the rise of the Ottomans, who captured key cities. Internal strife continued with civil wars and shifting alliances, leading to the empire's decline. The Ottomans expanded their territory, culminating in the fall of Constantinople in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire.

What role did the Ottomans play in the decline of the Byzantine Empire?

Explain the significance of the fall of Constantinople in 1453 for the Byzantine Empire.