Did you know that the crispy, buttery croissant you enjoy for breakfast was actually created as a victory trophy during wartime? Let me share the fascinating story behind this beloved pastry. ## 1. The Battle of Vienna 1683: Birth of the Croissant ### The Ottoman Siege - July 1683: Ottoman Empire surrounds Vienna - 150,000 troops encircle the city - Austria faces its darkest hour ### The Bakers'..