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61 Moments
1870
1848
1831
Ottomans conquer Iraq, replacing Mamluk rule with direct control.
1802
Devastating Wahhabi assault on Karbala and Najaf, significance of cities compromised, history impacted greatly.
1747
Mamluk Dynasty of Georgian Origin Ruled Iraq
1733
Baghdad falls under Nadir Shah's rule during Persian conquest.
1683
Battle of Vienna weakens Ottoman Empire, impacting control.
1639
1634
Ottoman Empire's conquest of Baghdad initiates their governance in the region.
1623
Ottoman conquest following Battle of Diwaniya shapes governance in the region.
1598
Shah Abbas I moves Safavid capital to Isfahan, sparking cultural and economic prosperity.
1555
Treaty of Amasya signs peace deal between two empires, ending hostilities.
1514
Battle of Chaldiran: Intense military confrontation Ottoman Empire vs Safavid Empire.
1469
Siege and capture of Baghdad by the Kara Koyunlu Turkomans: a historical event recounted.
1466
White Sheep Turkmen took control of Iraq
1410
Qara Yusuf's rise to power post-Timur's empire collapse brings change in leadership.
1401
Timur's sack of Baghdad causes widespread devastation and chaos.
1336
Foundation of Jalayirid Sultanate marks a significant historical event in Baghdad's history.
1306
Ibn Taymiyyah imprisoned for controversial views by Islamic authorities.
1261
Crusader forces assault city held by opposing army, leading to prolonged conflict and devastation.
1258
Destruction of the House of Wisdom in Baghdad by Mongol invaders devastates knowledge hub.
Siege by Mongols leads to Abbasid Caliphate's downfall in Baghdad.
1250
Bahri Mamluks' victory over the Mongols leads to control of the region.
1227
Mustansiriya School: Iconic Islamic educational institute in Baghdad with unique architecture.
1157
Capture of Baghdad by the Khwarezmian Empire: Seizing power in the heart of the Abbasid Caliphate.
1104
Battle of Harran: Clash between Abbasids and Byzantines for control; pivotal in Middle East history.
1040
Battle of Dandanaqan between the Seljuk Empire and the Khwarezmian Empire, leading to the Seljuk victory and expansion of their rule in the region.
0247
Parthians claim victory in Babylon, signaling the fall of Seleucid Empire.