Listed In: Military Leaders, Soldiers
Birthdate: May 6, 1405
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Principality of Kastrioti (Albania)
Died: January 17, 1468
Skanderbeg, an Albanian feudal lord and military commander, rebelled against the Ottoman Empire after deserting them during the Battle of Nish in 1443. He established the League of Lezhë in 1444, uniting Albanian principalities and recognizing the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Naples through the Treaty of Gaeta. Skanderbeg led successful military expeditions against various foes, becoming a notable figure in European history for his effective resistance against the Ottomans.
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