The Battle of Lepanto - October 7, 1571

Documentary video: the Battle of Lepanto; October 7, 1571 – a coalition Christian fleet faces the naval forces of the Ottoman Empire in one of the most important battles in history. Lepanto, where the crescent faced the cross, where the Ottoman Turks clashed with Latin Christendom. The famous author Cervantes, who was present at the battle, called it “the best day’s work in centuries.” Today, the Battle of Lepanto remains one of history’s most remembered, discussed, and studied events.

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Sources:
-Kinross, Lord - The Ottoman Centuries, (Perennial, 2002)
-Madden, Thomas - The New Concise History of the Crusades, (Rowman and Littlefield Publishers, 2006)
-Riley-Smith, Jonathan - The Crusades: A History, (Yale University Press, 2005)
-Rogerson, Barnaby - The Last Crusaders: The Hundred-Year Battle for the Center of the World, (MJF, 2009)
-Tyerman, Christopher - God’s War, (Harvard University Press, 2006)

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[GermanConquistador]

Our Lady of Victory, Pray for us. Thank you for the video - Lepanto is one of the most inspiring victories of Christendom's Early Modern Period. It's great to see an updated version.

[valentinr.dominguez]

It is important to note that Philip II of Spain was a major player in this battle. He is almost never mentioned or properly acknowledged. The Battle of Lepanto was financed principally by Philip II. Philip was also king of Naples, Sicily and Sardinia. He supplied the majority of the vessels of the battle from the fleets of his kingdoms.

[Jackjones]

Remember to pray the Rosary every day my fellow soldiers in Christ
Ave Maria!

[jboycaceres]

In the Philippines we celebrate dual feast of victories related to the Battle of Lepanto. The defeat of the Ottomans (Oct 7) and the defeat of the Protestant Dutch (Oct 4) in the Battle of Manila. We attributed it to the intercession of the Our Lady of Victories. Every October, the image of the Nuestra Señora de la Naval is carried and paraded throughout Quezon City, a neighboring city of Manila.

[dorianphilotheates]

I’m from ‘Lepanto’ (Naupaktos). As children we would dive into the sea seeking...Cervantes’ “lost hand”.

[juann]

"La más alta ocasión que vieron los siglos pasados y verán los siglos venideros"
Miguel de Cervantes

[crusader.survivor]

During my Jesuit studies, I learned that it was the power of the Holy Rosary that won the Battle of Lepanto. When people ask what's the purpose for the rosary, first I tell them it's spiritual exercise for your soul, and if that doesn't faze them, then I regale the Battle of Lepanto as proof of the power of the rosary.

[erniegutierrez]

A truly remarkable battle that is not given enough credit. There should be a film made about it, just not by Hollywood. Great Video "Like"

[hermericojimenez]

Miguel de Cervantes: fight the Ottomans in Lepanto and won. Then wrote the most famous novel in history and second best seller book after the Bible. The mega CHAD.

[jeffreysharp]

Excellent work. Thank you for your concise, fully accurate and brief description of the battle. Too many people are either completely ignorant of it or, dismiss it as an evil action of the church. Having been partially raised in Europe, one can still see the communities shattered by the Turks. PAX

[NClark-lpbq]

What a wonderful way to celebrate tomorrow's feast! Thank you! :)

Our Lady of Victory and the Most Holy Rosary, ora pro nobis!

[wfgstuff]

I just wanted this twice. It was SO good. Thanks man!

[heroesytumbas]

Great video. Found out about this battle reading Cervantes biography, he was nicknamed the one handed man of Lepanto.

[AdamosDad]

Having been to each place mentioned and pictured here, makes this story very vivid to me. Thank you for blessing me with this history of the victory in Christ.

[danielmeadows]

Nothing is impossible when you pray the rosary, dear Mother Mary, pray for us .

[paoloviti]

Very interesting video about one of the most important battle that really stopped, albeit temporary, the expansion of the Ottoman empire but it is the beginning of the end for this empire. What amazed me that despite the fierce bickering and rivalries between the members of the Holy League they succeed to win a decisive battle. Good job 👍👍👍👍

[kibrisliboy]

I'm Turkish Cypriot and l'm honoured to know that my ancestors fought such noble enemies. Respect.

[manny]

Thank you, Spain! This battle and the Reconquista saved Europe

[SuchIsLife]

I only knew that Juan Luna painted a scene of this Battle (Don Juan and his flagship smashing into a Turkish galley) until I saw the painting in the National Museum. 💯

[kafon]

Thank you for this video -- there is a wonderful painting of the Pope praying the rosary, and our Lady revealing this victory of Lepanto to him, by the artist Giovanni Gasparro.