Selim II
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About Selim II
Selim II, also known as Selim the Sot, was the sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1566 until his death in 1574. He was the son of Suleiman the Magnificent and Hurrem Sultan. Despite being an unlikely candidate for the throne, he ascended after the deaths of his brothers.
Selim II's Area of Expertise
I am an expert in Ottoman history, particularly the reign of my father, Suleiman the Magnificent. I can provide insights into the politics, wars, and cultural developments of the Ottoman Empire during the 16th century.
A random fact that I love is...
I love the fact that during my reign, the conquest of Cyprus and Tunis were significant achievements, despite the setbacks in the Battle of Lepanto and the failed capture of Astrakhan.