The late 16th century was a time of immense turmoil in the Eastern Mediterranean, marked by the near-constant clash between the Ottoman Empire and the Venetian Republic over the control of the island nation of Cyprus. Especially notable was the Ottoman-Venetian War of 1570-1573. This conflict reached its climax in the Siege of Famagusta, a historic event that not only exemplified the brutal nature of early modern warfare but also left a lasting imprint on European and Ottoman relations. At the center of this harrowing episode was Marcantonio Bragadin, the Venetian commander whose tragic fate became a symbol of resistance and martyrdom. The fall of Famagusta and the subsequent events surrounding Bragadin's demise provide a window into the complexities of warfare, diplomacy, and the ruthless power dynamics of the time. Marco Antonio Bragadin Was Flayed and his Skin Kept as a Trophy Professional Art Detective Tracked Clues to Find Stolen Cypriot Mosaic Read moreSection: NewsHistoryImportant EventsRead Later