Tunis

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Establishment

• July 1535: In 1535, the Spanish forces captured Tunis from the Ottoman Empire. The territory remained under Spanish control until 1574, when it was returned to the local rulers of Tunis. This event marked a significant period of Spanish presence in North Africa.

Chronology

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1. Conquests of Selim II

Expansion during the rule of Selim II in the Ottoman Empire.

• January 1570: In 1569, the territory of Tunis was conquered by the Ottoman Empire. In 1573-1574, Spanish forces attempted to regain control of Tunis, but were ultimately unsuccessful in their campaign.

1.1. Conquest of Tunis (1574)

Was the Ottoman conquest of Tunis, controlled by Spain at the time.

• September 1574: Final conquest of Tunis by the Ottoman Empire over the Spanish Empire. This was an event of great significance as it decided that North Africa would be under Muslim rather than Christian rule.

2. Ottoman-Venetian Wars

Were a series of conflicts between the Ottoman Empire and the Republic of Venice

2.1. Ottoman-Venetian War (1570-1573)

Was a war of the Ottoman Empire against the Republic of Venice and the Holy League.

• January 1574: In 1573, the Holy League fleet failed to sail altogether. Instead, Don John attacked and took Tunis.

3. Further events (Unrelated to Any War)

• January 1556: Charles V, who was King of Spain and Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, left the Spanish Empire to his son Philip and the Austrian Lands to his brother Ferdinand I.

Disestablishment

• January 1574: In 1573, the Holy League fleet failed to sail altogether. Instead, Don John attacked and took Tunis.
• September 1574: Final conquest of Tunis by the Ottoman Empire over the Spanish Empire. This was an event of great significance as it decided that North Africa would be under Muslim rather than Christian rule.