The Harem Politics of the Ottoman Empire: Power Behind the Throne — Fexingo History
Kösem Sultan: The Queen Mother Who Held an Empire Together — Fexingo History
This episode explores the life of Kösem Sultan, a powerful Valide Sultan in Ottoman history. From her origins as Anastasia, a Greek slave, to her role as de facto ruler, she navigated palace intrigue, managed the Janissaries, and maintained state stability through multiple…