Transition of Power and Diplomacy in the Ottoman Empire
Timur’s Address and Rewards
Timurta§, acknowledging the strength of his sovereign, emphasized that the ruler did not rely on counselors’ or ministers’ gold to build...
Enrichment and Challenges of the Ottoman State Treasury
Gifts from European Rulers
During the reign of Orhan Bey, the tradition of Conquest Letters began, initiating exchanges of presents between envoys. These letters not...
Wealth and Tradition of the Ottoman Treasury
The Humble Beginnings of the State
When Osman Bey, the founder of the Ottoman State (1299 – 1324), passed away, he left behind modest possessions:...
Injurious to the Roman Empire
But if you desire peace With me, I too shall gladly welcome it, though only on condition that you are ready to fulfil the...
To use against Dyrrachium
V. And now, the informant continued, Robert was busily building a second mighty wooden tower, just the same as the other, and was getting...
Palaeologus’ untiring industry
He was told that Robert, ever alert, had not only set apart extra brave soldiers, but had also collected a heap of material from...
