İttihat ve Terakki (Committee of Union and Progress)

İttihat ve Terakki (Committee of Union and Progress) was a political organization in the Ottoman Empire formed in the early 20th century. It aimed to modernize and strengthen the empire through reforms, often emphasizing nationalism and centralization of power. The group played a key role in the decline of the Ottoman sultanate’s authority, particularly during the Young Turk Revolution of 1908. It led the empire during World War I, influencing wartime policies. Its legacy is complex, as it promoted national unity but also involved in authoritarian measures and controversial actions, significantly impacting Turkey’s history and path to independence.