Tamerlane's Ottoman Campaign: The Battle of Ankara and the Rise of an Empire

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Tamerlane's epic campaign against the Ottoman Empire, culminating in the Battle of Ankara in 1402. They discuss the siege of Sivas, the assassination of Timur's son Miran Shah, the betrayal of Bayezid I's Serbian vassals, and the tactical genius that led to the defeat and capture of the Ottoman sultan. The conversation delves into the diplomatic maneuverings, the role of Tatar defections, and the aftermath that plunged the Ottoman state into a decade-long interregnum. Learn about the Anatolian beyliks, the chain of command in Timur's army, and how this victory shaped the future of both empires. #Tamerlane #Timur #BattleOfAnkara #BayezidI #OttomanEmpire #Sivas #MiranShah #AnatolianBeyliks #TimuridDynasty #CentralAsia #MilitaryHistory #Siege #Yassa #Chagatai #Tatar #SerbianVassals #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo