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Şahkulu

Leader of the uprising in Anatolia · Turkey · On the map · Politicians · Died 1511

Şahkulu, also known as Şahkulu Baba, or Karabıyıkoğlu, was the leader of the pro-Shia and pro-Safavid uprising in Anatolia - the Şahkulu Rebellion - directed against the Ottoman Empire in 1511. He was viewed as a Messiah and Prophet by his followers. His death in battle signified the end of the uprising.

Şahkulu is read about 52 times a day, in 14 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 23 June 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.

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Country
Turkey
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Died 1511