Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II

Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror, was an Ottoman sultan who reigned from 1444 to 1446 and then from 1451 to 1481. He is famous for capturing Constantinople in 1453, ending the Byzantine Empire and establishing the Ottoman Empire as a major power in Europe and the Middle East. Admirers praise his strategic military skills, architectural projects, and efforts to unify and modernize his territories. Under his rule, the Ottomans expanded significantly, strengthening their political, economic, and cultural influence. Mehmed II remains a key figure in world history, symbolizing Ottoman strength and ambition during the 15th century.