Hayreddin Barbarossa, an iconic Ottoman naval commander, rose from privateering with his brothers to the rank of Kapudan Pasha, Grand Admiral of the Ottoman Navy. His strategic victories, including the capture of Algiers and the Battle of Preveza, and his humanitarian efforts in relocating Moriscos from Spain, established his legacy as a defender of Muslim interests and a formidable force against European powers during the 16th century.
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Hayreddin Barbarossa was born on the island of Lesbos and had two brothers, Oruç and Ilyas
Conflict with the Knights Hospitaller
The Barbarossa brothers turned to privateering to defend their interests and retaliate against the Knights Hospitaller who targeted Muslim ships
The brothers formed an alliance with the Ottoman elite and successfully raided Hospitaller vessels and Spanish territories
After seizing Algiers from the Spanish, the brothers were appointed as Beys of Algiers and leaders in the Western Mediterranean
Barbarossa's fleet achieved notable victories, including support in the Siege of Rhodes and the relocation of Moriscos from Spain to North Africa
Barbarossa's actions reinforced his stature as a skilled naval commander and defender of Muslim interests
Barbarossa was named the Grand Admiral of the Ottoman Navy and Governor-General of North Africa, solidifying Ottoman naval supremacy in the Mediterranean
Barbarossa formed a strategic alliance with France against the Habsburgs, showcasing his diplomatic skill
Barbarossa retired in 1545 and died in Constantinople, leaving behind a legacy as an iconic naval commander during the Ottoman Empire's maritime zenith
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______, originally named Khizr or Khidr, became prominent during the ______ Empire's growth, believed to be born around 1466 to 1478 on ______ (formerly Midilli).
Hayreddin Barbarossa
Ottoman
the island of Lesbos
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Barbarossa brothers' main adversary
Knights Hospitaller - threatened Muslim maritime trade in Mediterranean.
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Barbarossa brothers' Ottoman support
Şehzade Korkut, son of Sultan Bayezid II - provided ships for aid against Hospitallers.
