What is """baltaci sb"""?

Baltacı Süleyman Pasha, often referred to as "Baltacı SB", was an Ottoman military commander and Grand Vizier. He is primarily known for his involvement in the Prut Campaign against Russia in 1711.

  • Military Career: Baltacı Süleyman Pasha had a long military career before becoming Grand Vizier.

  • Grand Viziership: He served as Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire between 1710 and 1711. His tenure was short but significant due to the Prut Campaign.

  • Prut Campaign: The main event of his Grand Viziership was the Prut Campaign against Peter the Great's Russia. The Ottoman army successfully surrounded the Russian forces on the banks of the Prut River.

  • Treaty of Prut: The campaign concluded with the Treaty of Prut, which was favorable to the Ottoman Empire. Russia was forced to return Azov and demolish several fortresses. This Treaty was a diplomatic victory for the Ottomans.

  • Controversy: Despite the victory, Baltacı Süleyman Pasha was later accused of accepting bribes and letting Peter the Great escape complete defeat.

  • Fall from Grace: He was dismissed from his position as Grand Vizier shortly after the Prut Campaign due to the aforementioned accusations and political intrigue.

  • Exile and Death: Baltacı Süleyman Pasha was exiled and eventually executed.