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Why Were the Punic Wars Fought and What Happened After the Wars?
The Punic wars were serial clashes that occurred between the Carthaginians and the Romans. The reason for the conflicts was that both Empires wante...
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Yemeni History: Finding the Crossroads of Ancient and Modern Trade
Yemeni history reveals a rich and unique character that deserves recognition. Much can be read about this beautiful country in the southwestern cor...
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Analyzing the Exodus: How Did the Israelites Become Enslaved in Egypt?
The Exodus story tells us of how enslaved people fled to Canaan, but how did the Israelites become enslaved in Egypt in the first place? The Bible ...
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Devshirme | A tradition of Elite Training & Slavery
Devshirme or devşirme was introduced by the Ottoman Empire, forcing Christian children to convert to Islam. During the 14th century, the Ottoman Em...
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The Second Battle of El Alamein: Success and Stories
In the second battle of El Alamein , the Allied forces outdid the enemies. It happened when their military genius and good fortune corresponded to ...
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Ottoman Empire Slavery: Men, Women and Children Slaves
Ottoman empire slavery was a legal and rampant practice in the empire, and it has been one of the biggest concerns of the civilized world. Since an...
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The Ottoman Empire's Social Structure: The Reason Behind the Empire’s Fall
The Ottoman Empire's social structure was integral to the nation and was strictly enforced. From its humble beginnings to its dynastic rule, the pe...
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Ottoman Empire Trade Routes: Farming and Trading via Land and Sea
The Ottoman Empire trade routes grew from the narrow streets of Anatolia to the Silk Road. The Ottomans were big on farming and trading, which chan...
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The Sultanate of Women and Their Game of Power and Influence
The Sultanate of women was a period in the Ottoman empire where the females that were close to the Sultan had a profound influence on the political...
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Temple of Horus: The Ancient Place of Love and Praise
The Temple of Horus is a temple located in Edfu City, Egypt, that was built to honor the ancient Egyptian god Horus. The Edfu temple is one of the ...
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Valley of the Queens: A Graveyard of Female Egyptian Royalties
The Valley of the Queens is an ancient valley where female spouses lived after their death. It was where all the queens, princesses and other nobil...
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Ancient Persian Economy: The Secret to Economic Success
The economy of ancient Persia was a wildly successful system that grew exponentially with time. The Persians were competitive people and brought we...