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The Battle of Nicopolis (1396), according to Johann Schiltberger

One of the most important battles in European history was fought on September 25, 1396. Nicopolis was the first battle where the Ottoman Turks encountered a Western European army. The Ottomans were led by their sultan, Bayezid I, while the … Continue reading

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