Timarli sipahis were crucial in the Ottoman military as a hard hitting, mobile and numerous cavalry arm. They made the backbone of the horse troops of the Turkish armies in battle. The term "Timar" is a land property which they get for their service. Representing their historical role, sipahis are also useful troops in wargaming systems, so it is good to have a plenty of sipahi units in your miniature Ottoman army.
I really like these, you have done a great job. I am looking forward to seeing this Ottoman Army progress.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I have other projects now, but surely there will be posts on the blog about any progress with the Ottomans. Next I will write a battle report about our last game, when we fought a Habsburg vs Ottoman encounter from the time of the Long Turkish war with nearly 500 figures.
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