Abolition of the Janissaries

1826 CE · Osmanlı Devleti · political

The Auspicious Incident (Vaka-i Hayriye) was the abolition of the Janissary Corps in the Ottoman Empire in 1826.

Occurring during the reign of Sultan Mahmud II, this event resulted in the elimination of the Janissaries, who had lost their military effectiveness and had frequently been involved in revolts. Following clashes in Istanbul, the corps was disbanded and replaced by a new regular army. This development was a turning point that opened the way for far-reaching modernization reforms.

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What was Abolition of the Janissaries?
The Auspicious Incident (Vaka-i Hayriye) was the abolition of the Janissary Corps in the Ottoman Empire in 1826.
When did Abolition of the Janissaries happen?
1826 CE
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