The fez became a symbol of reform as a part of Turkish military dress because
a. they wanted a compromise between a hat and a turban.
b. the fez was brimless and could be used during Islamic prayer services.
c. the European style of leather-billed hats was thought to be ugly.
d. it was better suited to new artillery weapons.
e. it was distinctly different from the uniform of the Janissaries.
ANSWER:
b
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