How did Mahmud II's reign impact the Ottoman military?
Diminished Power
Introduced Mandatory Service
Modernized
Dissolved Navy
Answer
Modernized, reformed and reorganized. Mahmud II sought to strengthen and modernize the Ottoman military, which was lagging behind its European counterparts. He replaced the traditional Janissary corps with a more disciplined and efficient Western-style army and implemented various reforms to improve military training, logistics and discipline.
Mastering Mahmud II: Unraveling the Legacy of the Progressive Sultan
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