Hurrem to Kosem: How Slaves Ruled the Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire was one of the most powerful and influential empires in history, spanning over six centuries and three continents. But behind the scenes, there was a group of women who played a crucial role in shaping the fate of the empire and its sultans. These women were the wives and mothers of the sultans, who came from humble origins as slaves or concubines, but rose to become the most influential figures in the palace and the state. This period, known as the Sultanate of Women, lasted from 1533 to 1656, and witnessed the emergence of remarkable women such as Hürrem Sultan, Nurbanu Sultan, Safiye Sultan, Kösem Sultan, and Turhan Sultan. #documentary #history #historychannel #ottoman #ottomanempire #hurrem #kosemsultan #hürremsultan #womenempowerment #magnificentcentury #muhtesemyuzyil #muhteşemyüzyıl #suleiman