Sultan Mehmed III was the 13th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, reigning from 1595 to 1603. He was born in 1566 and became Sultan after the death of his father, Sultan Murad III. His reign was marked by military campaigns against the Habsburg Monarchy and the Safavid Empire, as well as internal challenges within the empire. Mehmed III is known for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman military and administration. He also faced significant challenges, including economic difficulties and revolts. His reign ended with his death in 1603, after which he was succeeded by his son, Ahmed I.