Statements (103)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:military_conflict
gptkb:military_siege |
| gptkbp:aftermath |
Strengthened the position of the Knights Hospitaller
Establishment of the Order of Saint John in Malta Strengthened the position of the Knights Hospitaller in Malta |
| gptkbp:alliance |
Formed in response to the siege
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| gptkbp:art_style |
Depicted in paintings and films
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| gptkbp:casualties |
approximately 1,500
approximately 30,000 |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:Jean_Parisot_de_la_Valette
gptkb:Mustafa_Pasha gptkb:Grand_Vizier_Mehmed_Sokollu Notable figures emerged from the siege |
| gptkbp:construction_material |
Still visible today
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| gptkbp:cultural_events |
Celebrated annually in Malta
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| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
Commemorated in Maltese culture
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Influenced art and literature
Inspired art and literature |
| gptkbp:current_champion |
gptkb:hospital
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| gptkbp:date |
1565
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| gptkbp:defense_mechanism |
gptkb:Fort_Saint_Elmo
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| gptkbp:diplomatic_relations |
Shift in alliances in Europe
Attempts to secure reinforcements |
| gptkbp:disease_resistance |
Symbol of resilience
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| gptkbp:duration |
5 months
1940-1942 |
| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Sultan
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| gptkbp:goal |
To expand into Europe
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| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Valletta
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| gptkbp:healthcare |
Also known as the Knights of St. John
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| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Studied by military historians.
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
Part of the larger conflict known as the Great Siege
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| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
Chronicled by various historians
Extensively documented in military history |
| gptkbp:historical_figure |
gptkb:Sultan_Suleiman_the_Magnificent
gptkb:King_Philip_II_of_Spain gptkb:Pope_Pius_IV |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
Influenced European politics
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Marked a turning point in the Ottoman Empire's expansion
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| gptkbp:historical_source |
Chronicled by various historians
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Siege of Malta
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| gptkbp:impact |
Local Maltese population
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Regularly reenacted in Malta
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| gptkbp:language |
Influenced by the siege events
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Symbol of resistance against Ottoman expansion
Symbol of Christian resistance against Islam Continues to influence Malta today |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Malta
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| gptkbp:military_strategy |
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Grand_Harbour
Blockade Included naval engagements |
| gptkbp:military_technology |
gptkb:military_unit
Use of cannons and gunpowder |
| gptkbp:nationality |
Formed part of national identity
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| gptkbp:notable_allies |
gptkb:Spanish_Empire
gptkb:Ottoman_Navy |
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
Psychological warfare
Use of mercenaries Siege engines Artillery bombardment Night raids Use of fortifications Naval blockade Supply line disruption Use of trenches Use of infantry formations Use of ambushes Counter-siege operations Use of fire ships Use of siege towers Use of scouts Use of local knowledge Use of spies Supply raids Use of heavy cavalry Use of sappers Use of ladders Use of diversionary tactics One of the most famous sieges in history Fortification reinforcement Use of artillery platforms Use of reconnaissance. Use of trenches and tunnels |
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:Defense_of_Fort_Saint_Elmo
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| gptkbp:notable_ships |
Demonstrated during the siege
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| gptkbp:origin |
Founded in the 11th century
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| gptkbp:outcome |
Allied victory
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| gptkbp:result |
gptkb:Victory_for_the_Knights_Hospitaller
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| gptkbp:role |
Defenders of Christianity
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| gptkbp:significance |
Decisive battle in the struggle between the Ottoman Empire and European powers
Key event in the Great Siege of Malta |
| gptkbp:squadrons |
Over 200 ships
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| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
Control of the Mediterranean Sea
Control of Mediterranean trade routes For the Christian states in Europe |
| gptkbp:tactics |
gptkb:military_siege
Siege warfare tactics Blockade and bombardment Construction of new fortifications Involved siege artillery To capture the island of Malta |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:hospital
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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