7 of the Longest Sieges in History

7 Sieges That Lasted Way Too Long

These years-long conflicts were grueling for everyone involved.

By John Tuttle | Published Nov 4, 2021

c. 12th century BCE

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c. 406—396 BCE

149—146 BCE

1378—1390 CE

1648—1669 CE

1694—1720 CE, 1721—1727 CE

1941—1944 CE

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7 Sieges That Lasted Way Too Long