Video - Legacy of Amcazâde Hüseyin Pasha

Amcazâde Hüseyin Pasha worked hand in hand with Admiral Mezomorto Hüseyin Pasha and tried to radically reform the naval forces. The principle of galleon in the navy was definitely accepted and the rowing navy method was abandoned. Thus, the Ottoman navy gained a superior position against the Venetians, who had the strongest navy in the Mediterranean. In this way, peace and security were established on the Mediterranean coast and islands. Amcazâde, who succeeded in improving the judicial, financial, military and economic situation to a great extent during his five-year term as grand vizier, resigned from his post in 1702. He passed away at the end of the same year. He was 60 years old when he passed away. Amcazâde Hüseyin Pasha was a cautious and far-sighted statesman who was knowledgeable about state affairs and the situation of the country. He loved to train men and protected people with merit and talent. He was generous and distributed 1000 silver coins to the needy every day and 500 coins to the poor once a year. He provided all kinds of assistance to all the leading scientists of his time, especially the poet Nâbi and the historian Mustafa Nâima, so that they could work prosperously. As a matter of fact, Naima; He dedicated his magnificent work called Ravzatü'l Hüseyin to Hüseyin Pasha. The largest work built by Amcazâde Hüseyin Pasha and survived to our time is the waterside mansion between the Anatolian Fortress and Kanlıca. Among the many charitable works, the mosque, madrasah, school, library and fountain at the beginning of Saraçhane attract attention.