How the Mongols Changed Trade, War, and Globalization — Fexingo History
The Mongol Raid on Baghdad: A Prelude to Ruin — Fexingo History
This episode explores the 1245 Mongol raid on Baghdad, focusing on why it happened, how the caliph prepared, and its foreshadowing of the 1258 siege. It discusses the role of al-Mustansiriyya madrasa, fortification efforts, and diplomatic missions, as well as the strategic…