János Hunyadi
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, Empires, Dynasties, Ottoman Empire
- Curriculum: Medieval History/Middle Ages, Eastern European History
Article abstract: Military significance: In 1444, Hunyadi was an important leader in the crusade against the Ottomans, which was defeated at Varna. In 1456, he defeated Sultan Mehmed II’s army at the Battle of Belgrade.
A member of the lower nobility, János Hunyadi distinguished himself as a military commander in the civil wars of the early 1440’s. His military successes ultimately made him the wealthiest man in the kingdom of Hungary. After successfully engaging Ottoman forces in minor encounters in 1441 and 1442, Hunyadi’s military reputation soared. In...
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