I WONDER - Were There Any Famous Sieges?

The video discusses significant sieges in history, focusing on the Siege of Orleans in 1429, where Joan of Arc played a crucial role in lifting the siege, and the Siege of Constantinople in 1453, which marked the fall of the Byzantine Empire due to the Ottomans' use of massive cannons. These events highlight pivotal moments that shaped world history.

What was the significance of the Siege of Orleans in 1429?

• It led to the fall of the Byzantine Empire.

• It marked the end of the 100 Years War.

• It was the first use of cannons in warfare.

• Joan of Arc played a crucial role in lifting the siege.

Who was the young French girl that helped lift the Siege of Orleans?

• Eleanor of Aquitaine

• Catherine de' Medici

• Joan of Arc

• Marie Curie

Which empire fell as a result of the Siege of Constantinople in 1453?

• Ottoman Empire

• Roman Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

What technology did the Ottomans use to breach the walls of Constantinople?

• Trebuchets

• Battering rams

• Massive cannons

• Catapults

What major historical change was triggered by the fall of Constantinople?

• The start of the Renaissance

• The end of the Middle Ages

• A significant shift in world history

• The beginning of the Industrial Revolution