The Ottoman — Empire, 1300-1650

: Early conquests moved the capital into Europe (Thrace).

: Positioned near the weakening Byzantine Empire. The Ottoman Empire, 1300-1650

: Commissioned the architect Sinan to build masterpieces like the Süleymaniye Mosque. Administration and Society : Early conquests moved the capital into Europe (Thrace)

: Religious minorities (Jews and Christians) governed their own communal affairs. The Ottoman Empire, 1300-1650

Conquered the Mamluk Sultanate (Egypt, Syria, and the Holy Cities).

: Internal unrest disrupted Anatolian agriculture and security.