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The Rest of History · Tuesday · 6 min

Janissaries: How Enslaved Boys Became Elite Soldiers

In this episode, we explore the intriguing history of the Janissaries, who were originally enslaved boys transformed into elite soldiers. We'll discuss their training, influence on the Ottoman Empire, and the complexities of their unique position in society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, we explore the intriguing history of the Janissaries, who were originally enslaved boys transformed into elite soldiers. We'll discuss their training, influence on the Ottoman Empire, and the complexities of their unique position in society.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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