In this episode of The Story of Turkey, we explore the volatile relationship between the Sultan and his elite Janissary corps during the reign of Mahmud II. We trace the origins of the corps from the devshirme system to their transformation into a powerful political force that could depose sultans at will. The narrative focuses on the critical period leading up to the Auspicious Incident in 1826, where Mahmud II orchestrated a daring plan to dismantle the Janissaries forever. We discuss the role of Sultan Selim III’s failed reforms, the influence of European military tactics, and the brutal suppression of the revolt in Istanbul. Through the eyes of historians and primary accounts, we uncover how the destruction of the corps paved the way for modern Turkish military reforms and centralized state power.
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