The Rise & Fall of the Abbasid Caliphate
In the 740s, a revolution again the Umayyad Caliphs resulted in third Caliphate, the Abbasid Caliphate. Despite Islamic culture reaching
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Historical Maps
Historical maps showing territorial changes of countries and historical events of the past.
The Khanates of the Caucasus: Every Year
The first khanates in the Caucasus arose in the 8th Century with the rise of Dagestani City States and Kingdoms.
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Istanbul urban database
Istanbul urban database is an ongoing digital humanities project, digitizing and visualizing the historic urban archives of Istanbul. Istanbul Urban
Read MoreMajor colonial empires drawn to scale (1800 AD)
In 1800, the largest colonial empires were the British Empire and the Spanish Empire. The British Empire controlled territories in the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania, while the Spanish Empire had extensive holdings in the Americas, including most of South America, Central America, and Mexico, as well as the Philippines in Asia.
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A History of France in Maps
As one of the oldest countries in the world, France has a rich and captivating history, including epic events like the Roman conquest of Gallia or Gaul (France), the French Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars, and the Hundred Years’ War. Here’s a brief overview of the history of France.
Read MoreMapping the skyscrapers of Manhattan
Mapping the skyscrapers of Manhattan by use & date (1874 – 1900) From the NYC Department of City Planning. A
Read MoreThe Creation of India and Pakistan: Every Day
After increased Hindu-Muslim violence and calls for independence, the United Kingdom was forced to relinquish control over the Subcontinent in
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