Which military corps did Mahmud II disband?
The Sipahis
Janissary Corps
Mamluks
Ottoman Knights
Answer
The Janissary Corps, an elite infantry unit of the Ottoman army known for its prowess and influence, was disbanded by Sultan Mahmud II in 1826 as a result of their involvement in a rebellious incident. The decision to disband the corps, while controversial, was driven by the need for military modernization and the desire to centralize power and discipline within the Ottoman military system.
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