Greco Turkish War 1897 Battle Of Farsala Ottoman Empire Military Map Greece

Ottoman Military Map – Battle of Farsala (Greco-Turkish War), ca. 1897

Description:
This is an original Ottoman military map (kroki) depicting the Battle of Farsala during the Greco–Turkish War of 1897. The map, titled “Battle of Farsala”, illustrates the positions and movements of the Turkish and Greek armies.

Such maps were typically prepared for use in Ottoman military schools, serving as visual aids in strategy and tactics lessons. They reflect the Ottoman Empire’s emphasis on incorporating contemporary conflicts into military education, providing students with real examples of battlefield maneuvers.

Printed in a schematic style rather than a decorative one, this map was created with a clear instructional purpose, making it a rare and valuable piece of both Ottoman military history and cartographic heritage.

Key Features:

• Title: Battle of Farsala (Greco-Turkish War of 1897)

• Type: Military schematic map (kroki)

• Content: Positions of Turkish and Greek armies during the battle

• Purpose: Educational use in Ottoman military schools

• Size: 25 × 36 cm

• Historical Significance: A rare visual record of the 1897 Greco–Turkish War and an example of Ottoman military pedagogy