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Siege of Diu 1538: Ottoman-Portuguese Battle for Indian Ocean
In 1538, the Portuguese Estado da Índia faced its greatest threat: a massive Ottoman fleet allied with the Sultan of Gujarat, determined to crush Portuguese power in the Indian Ocean. This episode tells the story of the Siege of Diu, a desperate three-month defense that pitted a tiny Portuguese garrison against thousands of Ottoman and Gujarati soldiers. We explore the strategic importance of Diu, the brutal stalemate, and the relief force led by Dom João de Castro that shattered the siege. Along the way, we meet key figures like Khadim Suleiman Pasha, the Ottoman admiral; Bahadur Shah of…
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