*NEW EPISODE!* 39. Brigands & Bandits: Banditry in 19th Century Cyprus with Mehmet Demiryürek
The History of Cyprus Podcast

*NEW EPISODE!* 39. Brigands & Bandits: Banditry in 19th Century Cyprus with Mehmet Demiryürek

2025-06-02
The Bouliler brothers are emblematic figures of banditry amidst a backdrop of economic struggle and social change. Hasan Bulli, a Turkish Cypriot from Paphos, became a legendary folk hero in Cyprus in the late 19th century. Often compared to American outlaws like Jesse James, he gained notoriety for his bold actions and was remembered through songs and tales long after his death. His life changed after his love for Emete, his uncle's wife, and a conflict with a fellow outlaw, Hayreddin. After a...
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