Which best explains why constantinople did not fall until 1453

The statement that [the city was well protected and repelled attacks by Invaders] best explains why Constantinople didn't fall until 1453. Since the people were armed and protected, invaders had several problems in breaking to the city at any point.

it's a secular holiday. it is and was a custom developed to recognize the ending of a time and a wish for a good future. the kind of kiss you exchange, if you are single, is intended to predict what kind of year you will have in the coming year.

it is saying good bye to the last year with all its ups and downs, and hello to the new year, with all its hopes and dreams.

no it wouldn't because yellow journalism would exaggerate in everything.