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The Sons of Sultan Abdul Hamid II of Turkey
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The Sons of Sultan Abdul Hamid II of Turkey
The Sons of Sultan Abdul Hamid II (1842 - 1918). The Sultan oversaw a period of decline in the power and extent of the Empire, ruling from 31 August 1876 until he was deposed on 27 April 1909. Abdul Hamid II was the last Ottoman Sultan to rule with absolute power
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Abdul Hamid Sons Sultan Uniforms Ottoman
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This photograph captures the regal presence of Sultan Abdul Hamid II of the Ottoman Empire and his second sons, Prince Mehmed Selim and Prince Ahmed Nuri, in their resplendent military uniforms, taken in 1906. Sultan Abdul Hamid II ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1876 until his deposition in 1909, marking the end of the absolute monarchy in the Ottoman Empire. During his reign, the power and extent of the empire began to decline, facing numerous internal and external challenges. The Sultan's sons, Mehmed Selim and Ahmed Nuri, are depicted here in their military attire, reflecting their roles as future leaders of the Ottoman military. Their uniforms, adorned with intricate gold embroidery and embellishments, symbolize the grandeur and rich history of the Ottoman Empire. The photograph offers a glimpse into the opulence and tradition of the Ottoman royal family during a period of significant change and transition. Sultan Abdul Hamid II is remembered for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman Empire, implementing various reforms to improve education, infrastructure, and the economy. However, his authoritarian rule and suppression of political opposition ultimately led to his downfall. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and multifaceted history of the Ottoman Empire and its royal family during a time of transformation and decline.
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