Ottoman Empire
And Suleiman the magnificent
The ottomans
They first began as a group of nomadic Turks. As religion spread , This empire formed. The name was taken by the first leader called Osman but but later called him Ottoman and his followers ottomans. This empire was successful in conquering the Mediterranean sea, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Constantinoplel and North Africa.
The Empire Lasted 1299-1922
The leader of its golden age was Suleiman the magnificent. He was born on November 6th 1494 and died in 1566. Suleiman captured many areas and extended his empire. He constructed schools, Dams, strong houses and aquaducts that remain intact today.
Suleiman the magnificent
Ruled Ottoman Empire for 44 years and expanded empire more than any other leader in this empire.
Map of Ottoman Empire
This map shows the golden age of the Ottoman Empire, wich started in 1481 -1566,most conquered areas are when Suleiman was in power.
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The Empire Declines
Eventuly Suleiman killed his son and exiled another. This made the tradition of brothers killing and imprisoning relatives to gain total power. This lead to a long period of economic and political issues later on in time.