The Timar System and Its Decline
Sultan Suleiman’s Military Reforms The Timar system was organized by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent as one of the most effective […]
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The Ottoman Prohibition of Pork and Wine
Religious Rules in the Ottoman Empire The Ottoman Empire followed the teachings of Islam, and religion played an important role
Ancient Description of the Sarmatians
Ancient writers described the Sarmatians, who are often connected with the Tatars, as brave and powerful horsemen. A Latin historian
Increase in Pay and Advancement
As the pages advanced in rank and responsibility, their pay and daily allowance also increased. At first, they received only
The Origin of the Office of the First Vizier
The first clear example in history of the office of the First Vizier can be found during the reign of
The Fear of the Young Sultan
When the danger became clear, the Grand Signior, who was still a child, broke down in fear and sorrow. He
Reflections on Absolute Power in the Turkish State
The Nature of Absolute Authority When I seriously consider the structure of the Turkish government, I am struck by the
Serbian Art as a Contrast
Serbian artists present a strong contrast to the artistic approaches of the other national groups, both in form and in
The Growth of the Insurance Company “Balkan”
In 1898, a special law was passed that included the shares of the insurance company “Balkan” in the official list
Growth of Cereal Exports
The average export value of cereals, such as wheat, maize, rye, oats, and canary seed, showed changes across the three