Siege of Vienna

The Siege of Vienna refers to two significant military conflicts where the city of Vienna was besieged by Ottoman Empire forces. The first siege occurred in 1529 and aimed to expand Ottoman control into Europe but ultimately failed. The second siege took place in 1683 and involved a large Ottoman army surrounding the city. This time, a coalition of European powers, including Poland, came to Vienna's defense. The siege ended in a decisive victory for the defenders, marking a turning point in the struggle between the Ottoman Empire and Europe, leading to the gradual decline of Ottoman influence in the region.