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Turkey - The Ottomans: East or West

How to Invent a Country

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Ottoman Empire: Strategy, Culture, and Legacy

This chapter explores the logistics and military strategies of the Ottoman Empire, notably their use of elephants, camels, and the elite Janissary forces. It examines the empire's multicultural identity, the significance of its conquests, and the complex relationship between its imperial past and modern Turkish identity. Additionally, it highlights the diverse subjects within the empire, revealing the struggles of contemporary Turkey to embrace its rich multicultural heritage.

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