Which empire lost territory during Mahmud II's reign?
Byzantine Empire
Safavid Empire
Persian Empire
Ottoman Empire
Answer
The Ottoman Empire, under the rule of Sultan Mahmud II from 1808 to 1839, experienced significant territorial losses. These losses were primarily a consequence of the empire's military defeats in conflicts with neighboring powers, including the Greek War of Independence and the Russo-Turkish War of 1828-1829.
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