The Ottoman Empire
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The Rise and Fall of the Ottoman Empire
The Ottomans conquer the wealthy by Zantan city of Bursa, putting their nomadic way of life behind them for good. They rule over citizens from various branches of Islam, Christians, Jews, and others. Their territory encompasses both agriculturalists and nomads. Within a lifetime, the Ottomans have become settled and eager to expand their horizons. Then disaster strikes the young empire. The Ottoman dynasty is fragile as is happy dynasty; they're constantly facing external, as well as internal, threats to their rule.
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