Empire: World History 29. The Tudors and the Turks
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Jan 17, 2023 Discover the intriguing connections between Britain and the Ottoman Empire, from slave raids in Cornwall to espionage for the Venetians. Delve into the Battle of Lepanto's impact on Mediterranean power dynamics. Enjoy humorous tales of culinary misadventures in Algiers and learn about the rise of the Levant Company. Explore the complex lives of English expatriates in Aleppo and the double life of Sir Henry Hyde during political turmoil. Uncover how trade shaped cultural exchanges in this riveting historical journey.
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Ottoman Power
- The Ottoman Empire was a dominant force in Eurasia for centuries.
- Lepanto marked a major, but not decisive, setback for the Ottomans in the eyes of Europeans.
Ottoman Tolerance
- The Ottoman Empire was unique for its religious tolerance.
- Marginalized groups, including Jews expelled from Spain, found refuge and opportunity within the empire.
Pushkin's Ancestry
- Pushkin's great-grandfather was an enslaved person.
- This highlights the prevalence of slavery, particularly in Algiers, where it constituted a quarter of the population.
