Instead, they were told to dig trenches and wait for a Turkish attack.
The church stands behind a wall that the local population built to protect itself from Turkish attacks in the 16th century.
The weight of the Turkish attack fell on the 33rd commando.
After the Turkish attack of 1521 (or 1529) the monastery was dissolved and subsequently destroyed.
Having neglected to provide for adequate reconnaissance, his command was surprised by the Turkish attack.
It began declining however towards the century's end due to increasing Turkish attacks, and disappeared in the 14th century.
Two years is a peace reigned again, but in constant fear of a new Turkish attack.
He mentioned frequent Turkish attacks on shipping in the harbor.
The victory was not enough to stop the Turkish attacks.
Its defensive role grew during 16th century Turkish attacks.