Tag: Ottoman Diplomacy and Wealth

Accumulation During Sultan Murad II’s Reign

Diplomatic Endeavors and Treaty Agreements

During both periods of Sultan Murad II’s reign, the Ottomans were engaged in military campaigns toward inner Europe. Despite this, diplomatic efforts were made towards peace agreements with European powers. King Sigismond of Hungary, also elected as the German Emperor, received a delegation from the Ottomans, led by the Serbian Vaivode and a Turkish envoy, to congratulate him and establish a two-year peace treaty. Gifts exchanged included silk cloths, gilt vases, carpets Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s Conquest Letters, and more. Although the treaty was later dissolved after the Battle of Varna, the Ottoman victory resulted in substantial wealth flowing into the Ottoman State Treasury.

Continuation of Tradition

Sultan Murad II upheld the tradition of “siirre,” sending annual