Summary The Ottoman Empire once spanned three continents, stretching from Budapest to Basra to Algiers. Founded around 1300, it created a rich, multi-ethnic world that was Islamic in faith and tolerant in practice. But by the early 20th century, the Empire was under attack from without and challenged from within. When World War broke out in 1914, the Ottomans had to choose sides. They cast their lot with Germany and Austria, and against Britain, France, and Russia. That decision would lead to the Empire's final destruction - and the creation of the modern Middle East.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : H.W. Brands Danny Shorago Michael Neiberg David Silbey
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Dec 17, 2007
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : Lucasfilm
Summary The Ottoman Empire once spanned three continents, stretching from Budapest to Basra to Algiers. Founded around 1300, it created a rich, multi-ethnic world that was Islamic in faith and tolerant in practice. But by the early 20th century, the Empire was under attack from without and challenged from within. When World War broke out in 1914, the Ottomans had to choose sides. They cast their lot with Germany and Austria, and against Britain, France, and Russia. That decision would lead to the Empire's final destruction - and the creation of the modern Middle East.
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Dec 17, 2007
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : Lucasfilm
