Ahmed Muhtar Pasha

ModernGeneralOttoman Empire1839 — 1919

Ottoman grand vizier and military commander.

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Quick Facts

Born

1839

Died

1919

Country

Ottoman Empire

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)61

Total Score58.5

Ahmed Muhtar Pasha — Complete Timeline

1877 AD

Command in the Russo-Turkish WarWar◆ Major

Ahmed Muhtar Pasha commanded Ottoman forces in the Caucasus campaign against Russia during the 1877-1878 Russo-Turkish War. He achieved initial victories at the Battle of Kizil-Tepe but was ultimately forced to retreat after the fall of Erzurum.

Russo-Turkish WarCaucasus CampaignOttoman Command

Impact: regional

1912 AD

Appointment as Grand VizierPolitical Action◆ Major

Ahmed Muhtar Pasha was appointed Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire in July 1912, leading the 'Great Cabinet' government. His administration lasted only four months, falling in October 1912 due to the outbreak of the First Balkan War.

Ottoman GovernmentGrand VizierBalkan War

Impact: national

Resignation as Grand VizierPolitical Action◆ Major

Ahmed Muhtar Pasha resigned as Grand Vizier on October 29, 1912, following the Ottoman Empire's military defeats in the First Balkan War. His resignation marked the end of the 'Great Cabinet' and the return of the Committee of Union and Progress to power.

Ottoman GovernmentResignationBalkan War Defeat

Impact: nationaldestructive