The International Dimension of Serbian Uprising (1804-1813)

Abstract

The Serbian uprising (1804-1813), which played a very critical role in the disintegration of Ottoman regime in the Balkans, is one of the most important events in the modern history. It broke out against Dayis who captured the Semendire sanjak (territorial core of 19th century’s Serbia) and established an oppressive regime over the Serbians. In the initial phase, the uprising had only a local dimension. When the Ottoman government regarded the uprising as an opportunity to eliminate the Dayis’ regime, it supported the rebels. But in a short time, it went well beyond its local character and became an international question. Up to its end in 1813, it preserved this character.

Keywords

19th Century, Serbian Uprising, Ottoman Empire, Great Powers, Balkans.

Citation

Aslantaş, Selim, "The International Dimension of Serbian Uprising (1804-1813)", International Relations, Volume 6, Issue 21 (Spring 2009), pp. 109-136.

Affiliations

• Selim ASLANTAŞ, Dr., Hacettepe University, Department of History