The Abbasid Dynasty

The Abbasid Dynasty began in 750 AD.

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The Abbasids moved the capital of the empire from Baghdad to Damascus.

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Baghdad was founded by Caliph Al-Mansur.

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The House of Wisdom was a center for learning and scholarship in Baghdad.

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The Abbasid Dynasty is known for its Golden Age of science and culture.

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The Crusaders captured Baghdad in 1099.

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Saladin was the leader who recaptured Jerusalem from the Crusaders in 1187.

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The Mongol invasion of Baghdad occurred in 1258.

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The Mongols destroyed the House of Wisdom during the invasion of Baghdad.

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The Abbasid Caliphs ruled from their capital in Mecca.

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