Kemal Reis
Ottoman privateer and admiral / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kemal Reis (c. 1451 – 1511) was an Ottoman privateer and admiral. He was also the paternal uncle of the famous Ottoman admiral and cartographer Piri Reis, who accompanied him in most of his important naval expeditions.
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Kemal Reis | |
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Born | 1451 (1451) Manisa, Anatolia Eyalet, Ottoman Empire |
Died | 1511 (aged 59–60) Mediterranean Sea |
Allegiance | Ottoman Empire |
Service/ | Ottoman Navy |
Years of service | c. 1470–1511 |
Rank | Admiral |
Battles/wars | Battle of Zonchio Battle of Modon |
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