The Battle of Keresztes: The Prelude to the Long Turkish War

The transcript details the events leading to the Long Turkish War between the Habsburg and Ottoman empires. Despite a peace treaty, tensions escalated, leading to the formation of the Holy League by European powers to counter the Ottoman threat. The Ottomans, under Sultan Mehmed III, launched a massive offensive, culminating in the siege of Egger. The Christian forces, led by Archduke Maximilian III, engaged the Ottomans at Mezzo Terezdesh, resulting in a significant victory for the Christians. The battle highlighted strategic missteps by the Ottomans and the effective coordination of the Christian allies.

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