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Were the Janissaries of the Ottoman Empire truly elite warriors, or were they kidnapped Christian children forced into service? The Devshirme system, often called the "Blood Tax," has been a controversial topic in history. But what is the truth?

In this video, we uncover:
✅ The origins and structure of the Janissary Corps
✅ The real purpose of the Devshirme system
✅ How the Ottomans trained their elite warriors
✅ Debunking myths about forced conversions and "child tax"
✅ The impact of the Janissaries on Ottoman military power

Watch till the end to separate fact from fiction about the Ottoman Empire's most feared soldiers!

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