# Ottomans Take Gallipoli (1354)

URL: https://roman-history.com/timeline/1354-ottomans-take-gallipoli
Location: Gallipoli
Categories: main-event

After an earthquake damaged fortifications, Ottoman forces occupied Gallipoli.

## Why it matters
The foothold accelerated Ottoman conquest in the Balkans.

Ruler at the time: [John V Palaiologos](https://roman-history.com/rulers/john-v-palaiologos)