The Siege of Klis: Croatia's Ottoman Frontier

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the 1537 Siege of Klis, a pivotal moment in the Ottoman–Habsburg struggle for the Adriatic. They bring to life the fortress high above Split, the Croatian and Uskok defenders led by Petar Kružić, and the fall that opened the door to Ottoman advances. Along the way, they untangle the web of local resistance, Venetian neutrality, and Habsburg neglect that shaped the frontier. Discover the story of the Klis Uskoks, the legendary defenders who fought for a kingdom that often seemed to forget them, and the brutal siege that ended a Croatian stronghold. This episode also touches on the wider Ottoman–Habsburg wars, the role of the Sanjak of Klis, and the legacy of a fortress that still watches over the coast today. Join us for a conversation that connects the dots between a key frontier post and the long struggle that defined early modern Croatia.

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