The Turkmen Beyliks Become Independent in Anatolia

1260 CE · Anadolu · political

As Seljuk authority weakened and Mongol control tightened over central Anatolia, the Turkmen beyliks (principalities) of western and southern Anatolia became independent.

Foremost among them were the Karamanids (central Anatolia), the Germiyanids, the Saruhanids, the Aydinids and the Menteshids. The western beyliks launched raids along the Aegean coasts.

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What was The Turkmen Beyliks Become Independent in Anatolia?
As Seljuk authority weakened and Mongol control tightened over central Anatolia, the Turkmen beyliks (principalities) of western and southern Anatolia became independent.
When did The Turkmen Beyliks Become Independent in Anatolia happen?
1260 CE
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