We delve into the Battle of Lepanto, fought on October 7, 1571, between the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire. This pivotal naval engagement occurred in the Gulf of Patras and marked the end of Ottoman dominance in the Mediterranean. The Holy League, led by Don John of Austria, used advanced galleasses and effective strategy to defeat the larger Ottoman fleet commanded by Ali Pasha. The battle resulted in significant Ottoman losses, including over 200 ships and 25,000 men, while the Holy League suffered far fewer casualties. Though the Ottomans rebuilt their navy, they never regained their former power in the region. The victory was celebrated across Christian Europe and remains a symbol of unity and resilience against Ottoman expansion.

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