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From Slave to Sultan: The Rise of Baibars and the Mamluk Sultanate

Khan's Den: Turkic and Steppe History
Khan's Den: Turkic and Steppe History
Episode • Dec 19, 2021 • 43m
Explore the fascinating history of the Mamluk Sultanate of Egypt as it faces European Crusaders, Mongol Tengrists, and Kipchak Turkic military slaves in the 13th century. Dive into the clash of cultures that led to the rise of former slaves like Kutuz and Baibars, and their pivotal battles against the Mongol incursions. Discover how these events shaped Middle Eastern history and their lasting impact on the medieval world.


#Baibars #MamlukSultanate #Egypt #Crusaders #MongolTengrists #KipchakTurks #MiddleAges #Ayyubids #Cairo #Kutuz #Hülegü #Cumans #Baghdad #Syria

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