Discover the fascinating history and rise of the Aq Qoyunlu Empire, a pivotal yet enigmatic Turkmen dynasty that emerged between the great Seljuk and Ottoman empires. Led by Uzun Hasan, the Aq Qoyunlu expanded from a small principality near Diyar Bakir to a vast empire stretching from the Caucasus to Iraq and Anatolia to Iran. Delve into their unique lineage, strategic alliances, and the legacy they aimed to preserve.


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