Battle of Lepanto, naval battle in Greece
The Battle of Lepanto was a crucial clash between the fleets of the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire.
It occurred on October 7, 1571, and reshaped the naval power dynamics of the Mediterranean.
Cervantes, the renowned author of Don Quixote, fought in this battle.
The site of the battle is accessible for visitors interested in military and naval history.
This encounter marks one of the last times that galley vessels played a central role in naval warfare.
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Part of
Ottoman–Venetian War of 1570–1573, Ottoman–Habsburg wars
GPS coordinates
38.20000,21.30000
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October 13, 2026 20:28
