About Suleyman Husnu Pasha
Lived 1838 – 1892 (aged 53–54). Suleyman Husnu Pasha was a Turkish soldier and writer.
Süleyman Hüsnü Pasha (; 1838–1892) was an Ottoman Turkish field marshal who participated in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–78.
Biography
He was born in Istanbul; his father was a candy merchant. He was graduated from the military school in 1859. He served as an officer in Yeni Pazar, Herzegovina and Shkodër. He became a major in 1867 then served in Crete. Due to his success during the Crete Rebellion he was promoted two times in succession in 1872 and 1873 to become a mirliva. He then served as the commander of the military schools. He played an important role in displacement of Sultan Abdulaziz and Murad V's accession to the throne. On May 30, 1876, and was made general of division by Murad V.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Suleyman Husnu Pasha?
Ottoman Turkish military commander, 1838–1892 (1838–1892)
When was Suleyman Husnu Pasha born?
Suleyman Husnu Pasha was born in 1838 in Istanbul.
When did Suleyman Husnu Pasha die?
Suleyman Husnu Pasha died on 11 August 1892 in Baghdad.
What was Suleyman Husnu Pasha's occupation?
Suleyman Husnu Pasha was a soldier and writer.
What nationality was Suleyman Husnu Pasha?
Suleyman Husnu Pasha was Turkish.
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· Wikipedia: Suleyman Husnu Pasha
· DBpedia: Süleyman Hüsnü Pasha
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