Which battle resulted in the nickname "Lion of Lechistan" for Sobieski?
Battle of Yarmouk
Battle of Lepanto
Battle of Vienna
Battle of Poltava
Answer
The title "Lion of Lechistan" originated from the heroic and decisive victory achieved by Sobieski at the Battle of Vienna. In 1683, he commanded a multinational force that valiantly repelled the Ottoman attackers, liberating Vienna from a two-month siege and dealing a significant blow to the Ottoman Empire's expansionist ambitions. This iconic triumph bolstered Sobieski's reputation as a courageous military leader and elevated his standing in European history.
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