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Ottoman Empire. By: Miles A, Tessa H, Emily C, Brittney B. Social. Generally tolerant of other religions Waged long and vicious war with the Safavid Empire of Persia. Military. Conquest and expanding into other countries Many boys were trained for military service
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Ottoman Empire By: Miles A, Tessa H, Emily C, Brittney B
Social • Generally tolerant of other religions • Waged long and vicious war with the Safavid Empire of Persia
Military • Conquest and expanding into other countries • Many boys were trained for military service • They became an elite fighting force called the janissaries
Economics • Rich lands • Successful Trading Cities • Military & Government do not taxes • The working class paid taxes
Political • Sultans had absolute power • Used Meritocracy system