Fall of the Abbasids
The Abbasid Empire, once a beacon of knowledge and culture centered around the House of Wisdom, faced decline as powerful neighboring empires emerged. Tensions escalated when a Mongol trade delegation was executed, prompting Genghis to retaliate and launch a devastating campaign into the region. This marked the beginning of a relentless conquest that would ultimately threaten Baghdad and reshape the Middle East.In this clip
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The Siege of Baghdad
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