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1299
The Ottoman Empire Was Founded
The Ottoman Empire was an imperial state that was founded in 1299 after growing out of the break-down of several Turkish tribes. -
Period: 1299 to
Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire, empire created by Turkish tribes in Anatolia (Asia Minor) that grew to be one of the most powerful states in the world during the 15th and 16th centuries. -
1300
Osman leads the way
To help win a major battle, Osman leads his troops and displaces the Seljuk Turks. He becomes the leader of the new Ottoman dynasty. -
1326
A new capital in Bursa
Osman and his troops lay siege to the city of Bursa in northwest Turkey. When the city falls, Bursa is made into the capital of the Ottoman Empire -
1453
Ottomans Capture Contantinople
Mehmed II (the Conqueror) captures Constantinople, The Byzantine emperor Constantine XI dies in the fighting, and the Byzantine Empire of the Romans surrenders once and for all to the Ottoman Empire. -
1453
Ottoman culture flourishes
Mehmed II rules for thirty years. During his reign Istanbul becomes a political, cultural, and economic center. Mosques, bazaars, roads, inns, and baths are built. A special tax is now charged to non-Muslim residents. -
1466
Ottomans annex Albania
Attacks led by Sultan Mehmed II led to the eventual cooperation of Albanian forces under the leadership of Commander Skanderbeg. -
1520
Suleyman reigns
One of the best known and most powerful leaders of the empire is Suleyman, known as Suleyman the Magnificent. He conquers parts of western Asia and southeast Europe in his desire to convert people to Islam. The Ottoman Empire reaches its peak under his rule. -
Taking of Iraq
Murad IV Retakes Iraq. -
Ottomans fail in the conquest of Venice
The Ottomans try to conquer Venice in 1683, but fail. -
Failure of Independence
Muhammed Ali tries to Form independent Kingdom in Egypt and fails -
End of The Sultans
Last Sultan Mohammed IV Flees in 1922.