Which country was the original sick man of Europe?
Correct answer: Turkey

RandomTrader5205
Turkey is once again a "sick man"!

SilkenTract
Sounds like we all could benefit from a world history lesson or two. lol, fun game.

penawareof
Turkey had a "Sick Man" in "Midnight Express". That sadistic guard who beat and tortured the prisoners.

SunShine
I do not like this term as it sounds derogatory. I travelled thru Turpes. The people were friendly and welcoming AND warm-hearted. Other than current political unrest, I recommend goingkey and loved its fascinating and breathtaking sites encompassing various religions - or just simply beautiful landsca
there on vacation. It truly is NOT scary at all. The mediteranean- style food is great too!!!

SloaneRanger2019
SneakyMole92698., At the time the phrase was coined the Ottoman empire had large territories in eastern Europe, particularly the Balkans. It lost them when it picked the losing side in WW1 and renamed itself Turkey.
Actually, Turkey still has a little bit of territory in Europe, half of its capital, Istanbul, is in Europe.

OpalScorpio51942
RandomTrader5205, it"s economy improved once they developed a more western style economy

Republic of China
Turkey will be a "well man" soon 😂😂😂

Player #45148925
Turkey is not considered a European Staye

Pearl
Two words to describe Turkey: Midnight Express

Chelseablue 1971
Soleil10001, capital is Istanbul

pandaposta
the answer isn't written very well.

Soleil10001
SloaneRanger2019,
It's capital called Ankara.

Heartland Old Guy
SneakyMole92698., no, you are not a loser, the Ottoman empire was the loser, and now they are blaming Christians for all of their woes.

SneakyMole92698
SloaneRanger2019, thanks for the info. it helped

nimblemoon
I think I better go back to playing "pick the right treasure chest"!