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- A system developed by the Ottomans whereby Janissaries, elitesoldiers in the Ottoman Empire, were trained to protect and servethe sultan. This elite group began as slaves recruited from amongChristian boys in Ottoman-controlled areas, mainly in the Balkan regions.- They were forced to convert to Islam and pledge absolute loyalty to the sultan; in return, they gained great privileges and honor.- The positions became hereditary; they sought to gain influence in and control of the government. Over time, they would challenge the authority of the sultan as the Ottoman Empire sought to reform.
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