What Is Mehmed II's Rule

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During Mehmed II’s rule he did so many great things while he was ruling the Empire. He has had a bunch of accomplishments. Mehmed II was 12 years old and was sent as tradition required, to Manisa with his two tutors. Mehmed captured Breach, the old king got arrested and a little while after he was executed. He made financial issues with villages and farms. Mehmed II was the 4 son of Mehmed II, his mom was a slave. When he was 12 years old he was sent because it was tradition and it was required, he was sent off with his two tutors. After his dad died he became king for a little time in 1444. He was put into the thrown for a second

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