13 Facts About Mahmud I

Mahmud I, known as Mahmud the Hunchback, was the sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1730 to 1754.

Mahmud I took over the throne after the quelling of the Patrona Halil rebellion.

Mahmud I's reign was marked by wars in Persia and conflicts in Europe.

Mahmud I delegated government affairs to his viziers and devoted time to writing poetry.

Nader Shah's devastating campaign weakened the Mughal Empire and created the opportunity for Mahmud I to initiate war with cooperation from Muhammad Shah.

Mahmud I was the older half-brother of Osman III.

Mahmud I was recognized as sultan by the mutineers as well as by court officials but for some weeks after his accession the empire was in the hands of the insurgents.

The rest of Mahmud I's reign was dominated by wars in Persia, with the collapsing Safavid dynasty and the ascendance of Nader Shah.

Mahmud I entrusted government to his viziers and spent much of his time composing poetry.

Mahmud I started construction of the Cagaloglu Bath, called Yeni Hamam, in the spring of 1740 on the site of Cagaloglu Palace, which covers a large area.

Mahmud I came to the Rosary Gate of Hagia Sophia several times, sat in the library and listened to the commentary of tafsir.

Mahmud I was sent to the Afsharid border with the troops that joined him.

Mahmud I was disturbed by fistula and during the harsh winter his health declined day by day.