The Janissaries (Elite)

The Janissaries (Elite)

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Book Description
The Janissaries comprised an élite corps in the service of the Ottoman Empire. It was composed of war captives and Christian youths pressed into service; all of whom were converted to Islam and trained under the strictest discipline. In many ways, Jannisaries reflected Ottoman society, which was itself dominated by a military elite and where there was much greater social mobility than in Europe. On top of this, the Turks looked upon Europe much as the early Americans viewed the Western Frontier - as a land of adventure, mission and opportunity. David Nicolle examines the history, organisation, weapons and uniforms of these élite Turkish troops.

From the Publisher
An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.

The Janissaries (Elite),David Nicolle,Christa Hook,Osprey Publishing,185532413X,History - Military / War,History: World,Infantry,Middle East - General,Military - General,Military History - Medieval,Military Science,History,History / Military / General,Turkey,Warfare & Defence,c 1000 CE to c 1500,c 1500 to c 1600,c 1600 to c 1700,c 1700 to c 1800,c 1800 to c 1900

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