JANISSARIES: Elite Soldiers of the Ottoman Sultan I INVINCIBLE WARRIORS

Welcome to another episode of "Invincible Warriors" on Highstory!

In this captivating installment, we dive deep into the heart of the Ottoman Empire to unveil the mystique surrounding the Janissaries. These elite soldiers were not just the backbone of the Ottoman military, but they also played an integral role in shaping the very fabric of the empire.

🛡 Key Points in this Video:

The origins of the Janissaries: From captured Christian boys to the Sultan's elite guard.
The rigorous training and discipline that set them apart.
Their pivotal role in the significant battles and sieges that expanded the Ottoman territories.
The complex interplay between politics, faith, and military duty within the Janissary ranks.
The eventual decline and legacy of this once invincible force.
Did you know? The Janissaries were one of the first standing armies in the world to use firearms in battle. Learn more fascinating facts and delve into thrilling battle accounts in this comprehensive look at the Janissaries.

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[HIGHSTORY_WORLD]

In this episode of our "Invincible Warriors" series, we examine in depth the Janissaries, the legendary elite warriors of the Ottoman Empire.
Enjoy watching!

[Tree]

“What a wonderful army will that army be”

[kavvame]

It can be said that Sokullu (Sokolovic) Mehmet Pasha is the most well-known and respected among the Ottoman grand viziers. He was a Janissary and was educated at the Palace school due to his superior intelligence and abilities. He served as grand vizier during the reigns of Suleiman the Magnificent, Selim II and Murat III. He was married to the daughter of Selim II. One of his brothers was the high priest of the Serbian church. His father and other siblings became Muslims. They lived in Istanbul. He was one of the most influential and successful statesmen in the world of his time.

[LetsRockt]

I'm taking my place as one of the first 633 subscribers.Great episode, great voice-over and visual narration

[lutfullahmentesoglu]

When I think of Janissaries, three things come to my mind: 1)mustache 2)courage 3)mehter...

[sametdemirel]

I can't believe my eyes!!! A history channel that can narrate impartially, and they're Christians. Thank you!!!

[messageofhumanity]

Amazing voice cover and animation
Can't resist to subscribe

[patrickcosgrove]

Cool and interesting video on the Ottomans elite warriors, well narrated too. Thanks for sharing 👍

[belkisstheartist]

*Thank you for such an inspiring video clip*
*Looking forward to more*

[faheelamar]

Love to watch your video made with greatest perfection 💖 Keep going why you stop

[selcukadana]

Jannisaries were only 5% of the whole ottoman army.. the power of the ottoman army were akinci who were a small pelotons and the division sipahi who penetrated the enemy with heavy armor

[GagioM]

No, power on the face of the planet lasts forever, everything has a beginning and end, glory be to the creator of the heavens and the earth, may Allah grant them Jannah and have mercy on them,

[nathanruben-tvlf]

Possibly most priveledge corps of Ottoman army were Solaklar meaning left handeds and then Baltacılar meaning Men using axes. Solaklar, they protect directly sultan. They basically move with Sultan, live with Sultan. They are always around Sultan very close to him. Even grand veziers can not pass them. They managed Sultans visitors. They were part of Baltacılar core which basically protect Palace, sultans family, inner chanbers. These were selected from jannisaries. Most common features of these guards was that they were literally huge. Generally as tall as 2m. You can visit Topkapı Palace and see their chambers. Their seats are so high if you are not around 2m, your legs will not touch the floor when you sit

[Rude_Thunder]

They were taken at young age, gjven to noble turkish family. From young age they were trained heavily.
Janissaries are not just soldiers. It's an Order. They were police, palace guard, soldier in battlefield.

[aymanyusof]

Need more info on that new military unit mentioned at the end

[nathanruben-tvlf]

Clever ones were put to a specially school called enderun which is some kind of univercity in the palace and they become high ranking goverment officials, veziers, grand veziers.

[martinalarcon]

My wife last name is giannezzero, her father used to tell her that their name came from jiannezzeries , I guess maybe her great, great, great grandfather was one 😢😮

[pitirciktasarimdukkani]

Görselleri, anlatımı, ilginç bilgileri ve gayet düzgün bir Türkçe ile olan çevirisiyle güzel bir video olmuş. İzlerken alıp götürüyor

[TheNazreensyah]

Unlike what was portrayed in Hollywood movies, families were looking forward to have their child to be taken as part of janissary training. The chance of higher mortality rate and having a lavish, successful life were something these families hoping to get. It's a secured future

[orhancaliskan]

At that time, every family had many children and families gave their children voluntarily because they had more chances and duration of life in the Ottoman Empire.