Şehzade Mustafa
Ottoman prince, executed by Suleiman
Born
1515
510 years ago
Died
October 6th, 1553
471 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ottoman Empire
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An Ottoman prince, he was the son of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and his first wife, Mahidevran Sultan. Raised in the royal court, he was groomed for potential leadership. Mustafa became a governor of Manisa, showcasing administrative capabilities. Tensions rose between allies and rivals within the empire, particularly with his half-brother, Selim. Accusations of conspiracy developed against him, leading to his tragic execution in 1553 on orders from his father. This pivotal moment highlighted the dramatic and often perilous nature of royal succession in the Ottoman Empire.
Governed Manisa as a prince
Executed in 1553 on accusations of conspiracy
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