Özet:

This study examined the birth and development of the press life in Ottoman through the newspapers that came out in Ottoman. The press life in the Ottoman territory began primarily with newspapers published in foreign languages, and continued with the first Turkish newspaper published in 1828. The study also detailed the purposes and function of the publication of the newspapers published in Ottoman. For example, when the first official newspaper was published Calvim-i Vekayi for the purpose of informing the public, the local official Ceride-i Havadis emphasized the education of the public. In this process, sanctions have been imposed on some newspapers that are criticized against the government, and periodic or non-durational closing of newspapers. The newspapers have influenced political life, and have seen it as a bridge between the people and the government in political and social arrangements. It can also be accepted that the presence of newspapers with means of communication with different political opinions is an indicator of democracy and civilization in society.

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