Habsburg-Ottoman Wars

The Habsburg-Ottoman Wars were a series of conflicts between the Habsburg Monarchy of Europe and the Ottoman Empire from the 15th to the 18th centuries. As the Ottomans expanded their territory into Europe, the Habsburgs, who ruled over Austria and later various parts of Europe, sought to halt this expansion and protect their lands. Key battles, like the Siege of Vienna in 1683, marked pivotal moments in the struggle. Ultimately, these wars shaped the borders of Europe and the balance of power between Western and Eastern nations during a time of significant political and cultural change.