The Ottoman Empire
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The Decline of the Ottoman Empire
The French Revolution in 1789 is a period when you see these massive transformations in Ottoman society. By the middle of the 19th century, this force of nationalism is going to be something that can both cause Ottoman subjects to turn against the Sultan. But also the Sultan will try to use nationalism to unite Ottoman subjects in their loyalty to the Sultan - no matter who they are. The Janiseries have a history of revolting at any threat to their power. They've deposed and even killed sultans of a less. Today, it will cost them to hilly.
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