The Early Modern Ottoman Empire was driven by formidable sultans who expanded power across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Mehmed II conquered Constantinople in 1453, transforming the realm into an empire. Selim I absorbed Syria and Egypt, securing control over Islamic holy sites. Suleiman the Magnificent advanced military, legal, and cultural achievements. Later rulers like Murad IV asserted central authority, while Ahmed III navigated the cultural Tulip Period. Together, they shaped West Asian history through governance, legal reform, and architectural heritage.
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