Welcome to the 1820s Ottoman Empire where we will explore key issues that shaped the empire during this transformative period. You will engage in discussions on major topics: the Greek War of Independence and its profound impact on the Ottoman state and European diplomacy; the Straits Issue, focusing on control of the vital Bosporus and Dardanelles waterways and their geopolitical significance; and the Tanzimat reforms, which aimed to modernize the empire’s governance and military in response to internal pressures and external threats. Through debate and negotiation, you will witness how these issues intertwined to shape the future of the Ottoman Empire.