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Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, Three of the Greatest Western African Trading States

Ghana, Mali, and Songhai were three of the greatest western African trading states. Beginning with Ghana as early as 300 c.e. and ending with...

From Temuchin to Genghis Khan (1167-1227) – His Rule and Conquest

Genghis or Chinggis Khan means “universal ruler.” He was born Temuchin, the son of a minor Mongol chief, and overcame early obstacles to conquer...

European Warfare in the Twelfth and Thirteenth Centuries

England during and after William the Conqueror Following William the Conqueror’s victory at the Battle of Hastings he marched directly to the capital, London, and...

What is The Bayeux Tapestry? The Story from the 70m Embroidered Cloth

At some time before 1082 in the south of England one of the most remarkable examples of Western art was produced. Now known as the...

The Story of the Famous and Foolish Children’s Crusade

During the course of the wars against the Albigensians, crusade preaching became a constant fact of life in northern France and parts of Germany....

The Role of Women in the Crusades

As far as the military campaigns went, women played virtually no part in the crusades. From the beginning of the movement popes had urged...

The Sacred Legendary “Sword of the Huns” and its Meaning

The Huns are said to have worshipped a sacred sword. At Attila's court the East Roman ambassadors were told the following story: When a certain...

The Army of Saladin, Their Tactics and Equipment for Fighting Against the Crusaders

For a little under two centuries, from 1099 to 1291, Europe fought a series of wars and battles for control of the Holy places...

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