Wars, politics & history

Siege of Constantinople

from June 626 CE to July 626 CE

Unsuccessful 626 siege by the Sasanid empire. It began in June 626 CE and lasted until July 626 CE (about 30 days). The setting was Constantinople. It was part of the Byzantine–Sassanid War of 602–628 and Avar–Byzantine Wars. Those involved included the Byzantine Empire, the Sasanian Empire, Avar Khaganate and Sclaveni.

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This moment belongs to the Medieval world (500 CE to 1500 CE), kingdoms, faiths and trade routes. You can also browse everything in the 7th century.