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Suleyman the Magnificent 1495 - 1566.  

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Suleyman the Magnificent 1495 - 1566 Suleyman the Magnificent has been known as one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire. He is mostly remembered as a fierce conqueror of the Islamic religion. In Middle Eastern cultures, however, he is often referred to as a great builder. During his rule as sultan, the Ottoman Empire reached its peak in power and prosperity. Suleyman was born in 1495 to Selim, who soon became sultan. Little is known about the prince's younger life, but by the age of 16 he was governing certain cities in the empire. After Selim's death on September 22, 1520, Suleyman, having no brothers, became the next sultan at the age of 25. At the start of his reign, Suleyman performed many acts of kindness and mercy toward his people including freeing hundreds of slaves, bestowing his officers with gifts, and erecting a school for slaves. In return...

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