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Conquering the Tigris, 636-7

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Ruth

The Arab general Khalid had moved quickly up the Euphrates River in 634, but he left his gains there and went to Syria. Now, with Damascus and Jerusalem securely held by Muslims and the remaining armies tackling the tougher port … Continue reading →

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Persia in 632

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Ruth

Rome vs. Persia: In the 610s, Persia was racking up victories, and in the 620s, Constantinople began reversing them. By 630, under pressure of war expenses, both empires had meddled in the other side’s revolutions, supporting either a rebel or … Continue reading →

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