HIGH-RANKING TURKS Crossword Clue
HIGH-RANKING TURKS Crossword Clue
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High-ranking Turks are often referred to as Beys, a four letter term derived from the Turkish word for 'CHIEFTAIN'. Beys were historically powerful figures in the Ottoman Empire, and were responsible for governing provinces and collecting taxes. In modern times, Beys are still used as a title of respect for high-ranking officials in Turkey.