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Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion
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The transition from the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Empire marks a pivotal period in history, characterized by cultural exchange, conflict, and territorial expansion. This article attempts to examine Byzantine perspectives on the emergence and growth of the Ottoman Empire, primarily relying on the narrations from the works of Byzantine historians Chalkokondyles and Doukas. By analyzing their accounts, it becomes evident that the Byzantines viewed the Ottomans through a complex lens, acknowledging their military prowess while also condemning their methods of conquest. Key themes explored include the origins of the Ottomans, the tactics of Ottoman cavalry raiders, and the portrayal of Ottoman rulers. Contrary to the notion of Ottoman warriors as holy crusaders, Chalkokondyles and Doukas depict them as economically motivated plunderers, driven by a desire for wealth and slaves rather than religious motivations. Additionally, the Byzantine historians offer varied assessments of Ottoman sultans, praising those who exhibited goodwill towards the Byzantine Empire while criticizing those who posed a threat. Ultimately, this analysis challenges prevailing narratives about the Ottomans and underscores the importance of Byzantine sources in shaping our understanding of this transformative era in history.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Kaynakça
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
Düşünce Tarihi
Bölüm
Araştırma Makalesi
Yazarlar
Erken Görünüm Tarihi
25 Aralık 2024
Yayımlanma Tarihi
30 Aralık 2024
Gönderilme Tarihi
2 Mayıs 2024
Kabul Tarihi
16 Aralık 2024
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2024 Cilt: 12 Sayı: 3
APA
Bedirhanoğlu, H. E. (2024). Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, 12(3), 1255-1265. https://doi.org/10.18506/anemon.1477342
AMA
1.Bedirhanoğlu HE. Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi. 2024;12(3):1255-1265. doi:10.18506/anemon.1477342
Chicago
Bedirhanoğlu, Hüseyin Erkan. 2024. “Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion”. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 12 (3): 1255-65. https://doi.org/10.18506/anemon.1477342.
EndNote
Bedirhanoğlu HE (01 Aralık 2024) Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 12 3 1255–1265.
IEEE
[1]H. E. Bedirhanoğlu, “Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion”, Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, c. 12, sy 3, ss. 1255–1265, Ara. 2024, doi: 10.18506/anemon.1477342.
ISNAD
Bedirhanoğlu, Hüseyin Erkan. “Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion”. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 12/3 (01 Aralık 2024): 1255-1265. https://doi.org/10.18506/anemon.1477342.
JAMA
1.Bedirhanoğlu HE. Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi. 2024;12:1255–1265.
MLA
Bedirhanoğlu, Hüseyin Erkan. “Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion”. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, c. 12, sy 3, Aralık 2024, ss. 1255-6, doi:10.18506/anemon.1477342.
Vancouver
1.Hüseyin Erkan Bedirhanoğlu. Raiders, Sultans, and the Legacy of Conquest: Byzantine Perspectives on the Ottoman Expansion. Anemon Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi. 01 Aralık 2024;12(3):1255-6. doi:10.18506/anemon.1477342