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Ottoman Janissary figure. Janissaries were the elite infantry corps of the Ottoman Empire that existed from early 13th century to 20th century. Janissaries were trained from childhood. They were professional soldiers with barracks and special status. They remain in the heart (center) of the Ottoman army behind Sultan or army commander, fortify their surroundings and stand ground and under no circumstances they would be detached from their position. However, on order, they might move to flanks to open a false gateway to the raiding enemy cavalry which would eventually turn into a deadly trap for the attackers. This figure is a symbolic in terms manin Janissary outlook: a felt had called bork, round shield and special yataghan blade whose sharp side is its reverse side, in other words its inward curve.