His name meant "the king is true”. There are Legends that say he was an abandoned baby put in a basket in the river and favored by the goddess Ishtar. He came to power through a palace revolt and was leader for 56 years. His reign included numerous battles to subdue the Sumerian city-states and many further conquests including Mari and Ebla in Syria
This brought the Ottomans to leave a legacy in the artillery technology field by influencing big changes across Europe and the Middle East in the weapon industry. The empire was also known for their expansion of territory; this was all because of Suleiman the Great. Suleiman was ruler of the empire for 46 years, starting in 1520-1566. He was known as one of the best rulers. One of the best things he did while in ruling was increase the size of the empire tremendously, by his death he grew the empire over 70%.
The Manchu minimized Chinese resentment towards them by keeping Manchu troops north, while loyal Chinese troops were more centered in the empire. The Ottoman Empire also had military strength that made them a powerful force. The Ottoman army was led by Muslim Turkish warriors, and “former Christians... comprised the most elite corps of the army and many occupied top government posts (Bingham, 73)”. An Ottoman sultan, Beyazit I, was renowned for the “speed with which he could move his army (Bingham, 73)”, and fought in some of the most significant battles known to the Ottomans: 1387 at Kosovo, the Battle of Nicopolis in 1396, and at the Battle of Ankara in 1402. In the Battle of Ankara, Beyazit’s opponent allied with the Tartars, prompting the Ottomans to create a “new, more trustworthy army (Bingham, 77)” called the Janissaries.
He was a tough in-battle general and was appointed supreme military commander before becoming the emperor. His achievements were not only military oriented he successfully built a new palace in the capital of Mexico, Tenochtitlan (source3). His reforms were in favour of the nobility which removed commoners from important official posts and replaced them with noblemen, however, this created more jobs for the commoners in the process as all royal servants without a title were removed. This won him gratitude and support of nobility, as well as the support of the
Selim’s son, Suleyman, made tremendous impact on the Ottoman empire, driving it to it’s peak. Suleyman made an efficient and structured government that reduces bureaucracy. He also made law codes to handle criminal and civil actions, limited taxes, and improved citizens lives. By giving slaves education, it gives them the knowledge and ability to work in the future. He also allowed citizens to have freedom of religion.
He gained power after his father’s passing and soon took over the government and controlled much of India from the middle of the 1500’s to the early 1600’s. He was known to be an accommodating ruler because of his decisions towards his people and the people he had conquered. Instead
He was a good emperor but not like his father once on before Ogodei took over after his death. Genghis
Sultan Mehmed II: Courage, Loyalty and Judgement Leilana TupuaRodriguez Corporal’s Course 8-16 Sgt. Rock Mehmed II, also known as el-Faith (“the Conqueror”) was the sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1451-1481 AD. Since Sultan Mehmed II was a young child, he was always intrigued by the military life. He is best known for ruthlessly capturing of Constantinople and turning it into the new capital of the Ottoman Empire, while in the process of destroying what was remained of the Byzantine Empire.
Charlemagne, also known as chales the great was beyond the greatest medieval emperor of western europe. Having reigned between 400 to 1000, the man of nobility and commitment lived his life full of accomplishments, for he lived out his dearest wishes, to assist and provide those who were in great need. His character and righteous acts laid down the foundation for the developing society of the middle ages. After being blessed with the position of being the king of Franks, charlemagne was given another miraculous opportunity to become the emperor of the west. Greatly honored, the man lived to enrich those who served him and to enrich those he served.
I believe he took the time to train his military and he wasn’t lazy like a standard king. He was determined to train his military well and efficiently because he believed that he could win. He even united the Muslim Force for more power. He also showed efficiency in war because he caught other countries before the Crusades. There was evidence that he was used Islamic teachings in anything he
He risks his life against the dragon to save his people and get back the treasure. Although he dies before leaving an heir, he is known as the greatest king on earth: “They said that of all the kings upon earth/ he was the man most gracious and fair-minded,/ kindest to his people and keenest to win fame. ”(106. 3180-3182). Beowulf was an incredible king because he was strong, generous, brave, and kind to his people.
I, of course, questioned him on what was going on and he said that Pope Leo III crowned him Emperor! His large self exuded the disbelief that someone would think so highly of him. You could see the exhaustion on his face though. We all know that he would stay up much later than all of us, meticulously planning for his kingdom, his army, and mentally preparing himself so that he could accomplish all the great things he is known for today. His pleasant demeanor made him so friendly, but that mood could change quickly with the right incentive.
Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent Suleyman the Magnificent ruled from 1520 to 1566 and was known for expanding the Ottoman Empire on to three continents. Suleyman was the tenth Ottoman sultan and during his reign his empire was the most powerful empire of all time(Hays 1). Suleyman was born in Trabzon and was the only living son of Sultan Selim who was known as Selim the Grim. Suleiman was known as a extraordinary military leader and he is known for his knowledge and wisdom. During Suleyman’s reign the Ottoman Empire reached its maximum power.
He was strong, a man, brave and humble. His particular traits led to him being a better leader and having a better chance of his followers listening to and following his
He encompassed one of the most essential traits of being a leader, which is being authentic. This is evident in him understanding his purpose of being king; which was to bring change into the dictator political infrastructure. He practiced solid values such as integrity through demonstrating to people that he is not deviating from his purpose of bringing democracy as well as demonstrating self-discipline through adjusting his actions to meet his purpose. He established enduring relationships to ensure that people know that he cares about what they want and how he is going to do it. And lastly, he demonstrated courage through standing up against the bunker whom embraces an opposite political mindset as the one he envisioned for the future.
