The Pay and Discipline of the Janissaries
A Well-Paid Military Corps The Janissaries were among the best-supported soldiers in the Ottoman Empire. They received regular salaries, daily […]
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Land Grants and Military Service in the Ottoman Empire
How the Land Grant System Changed The Ottoman Empire used a land grant system to support much of its cavalry.
The Strategic Advantage of Empty Lands
Another important advantage of keeping certain regions thinly populated was military defense. If a foreign enemy tried to enter the
The Imperial Seat of the Ottoman Emperors
The Ottoman Emperors’ court included three main schools or colleges of education for young men who were destined to serve
The Government of Buda in Hungary
The twentieth province was the Government of the Pasha of Budun, also called Buda, located in Hungary. This was one
The End of the Private Ceremony
After the formal ceremonies and private meeting have ended, the woman chosen by the Grand Signior is returned to the
Crisis at the Court of the Grand Signior
Advice from the Inner Circle During this dangerous moment, the Grand Signior received urgent advice from two powerful figures within
The Epistle Dedicatory
The author continues his dedicatory address by praising the remarkable success with which the ambassador carried out his mission. He
Artists Respond to Bulgaria’s Rich Inspiration
Artists were quick to take advantage of the favorable conditions they found in Bulgaria. Those who lived in the country,
Expansion of the “Balkan” Insurance Company
In 1895, the “Balkan” Insurance Company took an important step to strengthen its position in the Bulgarian insurance market. It