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December 6, 1810
The Enquirer
Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia
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On July 19, 1810, in Pera, Turkey, the Grand Sultan issues a Hatti-sherif proclamation rallying Muslims against Russian invaders, citing Koranic verses for courage, vowing to lead the campaign personally, and urging swift mobilization for victory through divine aid.
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Turkish Imperial Proclamation:
TURKEY
Pera, July 19, 1810.
The following Hatti-sherif [Proclamation] has been issued by the Grand Sultan :
" To my first Chief of the Belief, the high Pontiff of the mortals (Mufti,) to my brave Caimacam Pacha, my eminent ministers, my Worthy teachers and professors of Theology, expiainers of the Koran, and of tradition, my Imans, the great of my court, my seven military corps, all Agas (Commanders.) officers and soldiers, my servants, &c.
After my imperial greeting. it is necessary to inform you, that the treacherous Muscovites, these enemies to faith, continue in their resolution, to bring their devices, which their depraved souls have invented, more and more in execution.
They have invested imperial cities and fortresses with war, and further overrun the territory of the true believers.
They are not satisfied with putting Mahomet's adherents, without distinction of age and sex. in chains, wherever they come, and to drive many of our plundered brethren naked from their homes to seek a shelter in the wilderness, where nothing but chance, poverty, and misery follow them ; but these Muscovites offer such cruel and unacceptable proposals that it is impossible to perceive any desire of an approach in them, but on the contrary, the forerunners of their destructive designs are legible in every line.
besides a seeming challenge to an everlasting war.
I for my part embrace instead of enduring so great a shame, with a stand, and with unbounded confidence, as the anchor of our hope and our welfare, the two following sentences of the Koran:
God has in this moment left you for a while, because he knew you were weak--- but if you can only count a hundred brave and courageous men among you, then you will, with the help of God. beat two hundred enemies.
In another part says God to the prophet, Assemble the true believers for battle round about you, if there are 20 firm and brave men, then they will conquer 200, and if there are 100. they will beat a 1000.
I entreat the assistance of the Most High :
I pray for the spiritual influence of the prophet;
I hasten to the field of victory, ready to head in person the vanguard of the Mus-selmen.
As soon as this my resolution will be known, prepare for this imperial campaign and assist me to order everything.
I have only to add, that as I am marching against the enemy. it is not my aim to attribute the fruits of our victories to my self. The only aim of my ambition is to let the Faith of Mahomet triumph, to frustrate the devices of our enemies and if possible to contribute to the fulfilling of his holy will.
Though my commands that publish my imperial campaign, have been known throughout my extensive dominions, yet notwithstanding it must be received by a Calif with the present proclamation; it is to be forwarded from one end to the other of my empire.
Every Naib, whose inhabitants of towns and villages, will not immediately march, is to be suspended, and their clergyman to lose his place
Without losing our precious time with unnecessary discussion, with idle wishes, and with insignificant arguments by comparing the present with the past, it will be more eligible to be anxious of amassing ammunition and other necessary articles. and endeavor to be contented with such provisions which the times and circumstances can afford, and trust to the Almighty for victory
With the purity of our designs, and only trusting to the assistance of Almighty God, let us rush to the field of battle against the unbelievers!
In one word, in all our regulations and proceedings, the quickest dispatch is absolutely necessary.
May Divine Providence grant the victory to his good servants, and cover our enemies with shame and confusion.
Oh that this may happen!
The glorious issue depends upon God!
From him comes all success.
Victory Is at hand."
Turkish Imperial Proclamation:
TURKEY
Pera, July 19, 1810.
The following Hatti-sherif [Proclamation] has been issued by the Grand Sultan :
" To my first Chief of the Belief, the high Pontiff of the mortals (Mufti,) to my brave Caimacam Pacha, my eminent ministers, my Worthy teachers and professors of Theology, expiainers of the Koran, and of tradition, my Imans, the great of my court, my seven military corps, all Agas (Commanders.) officers and soldiers, my servants, &c.
After my imperial greeting. it is necessary to inform you, that the treacherous Muscovites, these enemies to faith, continue in their resolution, to bring their devices, which their depraved souls have invented, more and more in execution.
They have invested imperial cities and fortresses with war, and further overrun the territory of the true believers.
They are not satisfied with putting Mahomet's adherents, without distinction of age and sex. in chains, wherever they come, and to drive many of our plundered brethren naked from their homes to seek a shelter in the wilderness, where nothing but chance, poverty, and misery follow them ; but these Muscovites offer such cruel and unacceptable proposals that it is impossible to perceive any desire of an approach in them, but on the contrary, the forerunners of their destructive designs are legible in every line.
besides a seeming challenge to an everlasting war.
I for my part embrace instead of enduring so great a shame, with a stand, and with unbounded confidence, as the anchor of our hope and our welfare, the two following sentences of the Koran:
God has in this moment left you for a while, because he knew you were weak--- but if you can only count a hundred brave and courageous men among you, then you will, with the help of God. beat two hundred enemies.
In another part says God to the prophet, Assemble the true believers for battle round about you, if there are 20 firm and brave men, then they will conquer 200, and if there are 100. they will beat a 1000.
I entreat the assistance of the Most High :
I pray for the spiritual influence of the prophet;
I hasten to the field of victory, ready to head in person the vanguard of the Mus-selmen.
As soon as this my resolution will be known, prepare for this imperial campaign and assist me to order everything.
I have only to add, that as I am marching against the enemy. it is not my aim to attribute the fruits of our victories to my self. The only aim of my ambition is to let the Faith of Mahomet triumph, to frustrate the devices of our enemies and if possible to contribute to the fulfilling of his holy will.
Though my commands that publish my imperial campaign, have been known throughout my extensive dominions, yet notwithstanding it must be received by a Calif with the present proclamation; it is to be forwarded from one end to the other of my empire.
Every Naib, whose inhabitants of towns and villages, will not immediately march, is to be suspended, and their clergyman to lose his place
Without losing our precious time with unnecessary discussion, with idle wishes, and with insignificant arguments by comparing the present with the past, it will be more eligible to be anxious of amassing ammunition and other necessary articles. and endeavor to be contented with such provisions which the times and circumstances can afford, and trust to the Almighty for victory
With the purity of our designs, and only trusting to the assistance of Almighty God, let us rush to the field of battle against the unbelievers!
In one word, in all our regulations and proceedings, the quickest dispatch is absolutely necessary.
May Divine Providence grant the victory to his good servants, and cover our enemies with shame and confusion.
Oh that this may happen!
The glorious issue depends upon God!
From him comes all success.
Victory Is at hand."
What sub-type of article is it?
War Report
Military Campaign
What keywords are associated?
Turkish Proclamation
War Against Muscovites
Ottoman Mobilization
Sultan Call To Arms
Russian Invasion
What entities or persons were involved?
Grand Sultan
Where did it happen?
Pera, Turkey
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Pera, Turkey
Event Date
July 19, 1810
Key Persons
Grand Sultan
Event Details
The Grand Sultan issues a proclamation denouncing Russian invasions and atrocities against Muslims, invoking Koranic verses to inspire bravery, declaring personal leadership of the Muslim vanguard, ordering immediate mobilization and preparation for campaign, and emphasizing swift action and trust in divine victory.