Rise of the Ottoman Empire

The Rise of the Ottoman Empire began in the late 13th century when a small Turkic state was established in northwestern Anatolia. Under leaders like Osman I, the empire expanded through military conquests and strategic alliances. By the 15th century, it captured key cities, including Constantinople in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire. The Ottomans developed a strong administrative system and promoted trade and culture, becoming a dominant power in southeastern Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. Their rise significantly influenced the political landscape and cultural exchanges in the region during the Medieval and early modern periods.