OTTOMAN ARMY

OSMAN NURI PASHA

Despite being unsuccessful in defending the city of Plevna against the Russians, Osman was still celebrated for his valiant leadership against an overwhelming force. He was awarded the title Gazi, meaning warrior or veteran, as well as the Order of the Medjidie and the Imtiyaz Medal for services to the empire.

EDHEM PASHA

Deputy to Osman Pasha in Plevna, Edhem was a field marshal and leading commander in the Ottoman army. He fought in the Greco-turkish War 20 years after his involvement in the brutal fighting at Plevna, with particular success at the Battle of Domokos and later in capturing Larissa and Trikala.