The Kingdom of Sennar, located in what is now Sudan, reached its peak in the 16th century but gradually declined due to internal strife and external pressures. By the early 19th century, the Ottoman Empire sought to regain influence in the region and expand its territories, which led to increased military incursions into Sudanese lands. Isma'il Pasha was appointed as the general to execute this expansion strategy. In June, under mounting military pressure, Badi VII decided to surrender his throne, marking a pivotal moment in Sudanese history.

Badi VII's surrender was significant not only because it marked the end of the Kingdom of Sennar but also because it signified the start of Ottoman domination in Sudan. The surrender facilitated the Ottoman Empire's control over trade routes and resources in the area, impacting the socio-political fabric of the region. In the aftermath of the surrender, the administration and governance of Sudan began to shift under Ottoman rule, leading to profound changes in local governance and cultural dynamics.

The fall of Sennar and the acquisition by the Ottomans also had long-lasting implications for the Sudanese identity and resistance movements that would later emerge in the region. The historical narrative of Sudan began to incorporate the complexities of Ottoman administration, interplaying with existing local customs and traditions. The land that once thrived under Sennar's rule would undergo significant transformation under the Ottoman Empire's policies and governance.