Kapıcıbaşı


The Ottoman title of kapıcıbaşı designated the chief of the palace gatekeepers, or "chief warder". In the early phase of Ottoman statehood there was one single title-holder. It multiplied over time and there were in the 18th century some 150 simultaneous title-holders. The holder supervised the palace gatekeepers, was in charge of guarding the gates, transmitted messages and orders, and executed Imperial Council orders.

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