Ottoman Empire Army Flags and Military Fortification Instruction Sheet early 20th century

Ottoman Army Flags and Military Fortification Instruction Sheet (ca. early 20th century)

Description:
A rare Ottoman Turkish military educational ephemera, measuring 50.1 × 34.1 cm, printed on both sides.

One side, titled “Ottoman Army Armed Forces Flags Corps Banner”, illustrates a range of military flags and standards, including those of the Army Headquarters, Corps Headquarters, and Division Headquarters. These detailed flag depictions provide insight into the organization and hierarchy of the Ottoman armed forces.

The reverse side contains diagrams and measurements of fortifications, including layouts for artillery placements and defensive structures, designed as instructional material for cadets and officers.

Although undated, the sheet was most likely produced in the early 20th century as part of a military educational manual or atlas used in Ottoman military schools.

Key Features:

• Type: Ottoman military instructional ephemera (double-sided sheet)
• Date: ca. early 20th century (likely pre-WWI)
• Dimensions: 50.1 × 34.1 cm
• Content (Side 1): Ottoman Army Armed Forces Flags Corps Banner – Headquarters, Corps, and Division flags
• Content (Side 2): Military fortification diagrams with measurements; artillery equipment layouts
• Purpose: Likely produced for use in Ottoman military schools as training material
• Significance: An exceptional piece for Ottoman military history collectors, showcasing both symbolic and practical aspects of the late Ottoman army