34. The Sick Man of Europe
Empire
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Reform Movements and Islamic Unity in the Ottoman Empire
This chapter examines the late 19th-century Ottoman Empire, highlighting the conflict between Sultan Abdul Hamid II's oppressive regime and the rise of reformist groups like the Young Ottomans and Young Turks. It also explores the sultan's strategic use of Islam to maintain unity amidst growing discontent from diverse communities.
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