Sigismund lived from 1368 to 1437 and was king of Hungary. In 1396 Hungary’s king Sigismund gathers an army against the Ottomans, the sultan’s subjects. The army included French and Burgundian fighters; Jean de Nevers headed the Burgundian contingent. Byzantine emperor Manuel II hoped the expedition would help blockaded Constantinople. Commanded the Hungarian forces in battle. Bayezid’s army wins. Sigismund escapes aboard a ship. For many others, retreat ends in death or capture.
Achievements
Led the Nicopolis expedition in 1396.
Escaped aboard a ship after the defeat.
Escaped aboard a ship after the defeat.
Where you meet Sigismund
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