The Ottoman army defeated the Safavid forces thanks to its superiority in firearms and the use of cannon. The victory strengthened Ottoman dominance in Eastern Anatolia and constituted an important stage in the long rivalry between the two states.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Battle of Chaldiran?
- The Battle of Chaldiran was fought in 1514 on the plain of Chaldiran in Eastern Anatolia between the Ottoman Sultan Selim I (the Grim) and the Safavid ruler Shah Ismail.
- When did Battle of Chaldiran happen?
- 1514 CE