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Amele Tabular were special military units established by the Ottoman State during World War I to meet logistical and infrastructure needs behind the front lines. These units were formed to support combat units as the war assumed a total character. Within the Ottoman Army, Amele Tabular were primarily composed of non-Muslims, Muslims outside the 20–45 age range, and prisoners of war. Emerging as part of a transformation in the Ottoman military system, Amele Tabular reflected the implementation of