Mustafa Kemal (Ataturk) and the Modernization of Turkey

Secular- not bound by monastic restricions, especially not belonging to a religious order. Mustafa Kemal created a new political and legal system. He abolished the catholic church thus making goverment and education secular. Equal right's to women, changed the alphabet and attire. He also advanced the arts and sciences. European hat's replaced the Fez, and the women were allowed to take of their viel for a more modern look.