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When one thinks of the world’s first cities, Sumer, Memphis, and Babylon are some of the first to come to mind, or if the focus then shifts to India, then Harappa and Mohenjo-daro will likely come up. But archaeologists recently uncovered a site thousands of years older than any of those, marking one of the oldest settled sites in the world.

You are in luck, because you are getting extra material out of this combo. The following topics are going to be addressed: the Akkadian Empire, one of the oldest civilizations we know of, dating back to a few thousand years BC; the Byzantine Empire, a vast empire that lasted for hundreds of years and has had a major impact on the world religions and politics even into the past century; the Mongolian Empire, which was not to be trifled with; and the Ottoman Empire, which was so big and lasted for so long, yet it is one of those empires that many common people have forgotten about.

From a small Turkish principality to a global superpower, the Ottoman Empire’s role in world history is certainly undeniable. For over six centuries, the empire was arguably the world’s strongest Muslim empire, dominating its rivals in Europe and Asia for many years.

El asedio militar que destruyó un imperio milenario revela cómo la artillería cambió la historia global para siempre. Sumérgete en un relato épico diseñado para acompañarte en tus trayectos diarios, transportándote directamente a la tensa primavera de 1453. Siente el pánico bizantino...

Diese fesselnde Militärgeschichte beleuchtet die Belagerung von 1453, als schwere Artillerie ein Weltreich zerstörte. Perfekt für die tägliche Fahrt zur Arbeit bietet dieses kompakte, zweistündige Hörerlebnis tiefgreifendes Wissen über eine geopolitische Zeitenwende. Tauche ein in eine...

Experience four centuries of political intrigue and imperial conquests inside world history's most majestic palace. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical journey transports you directly to the vibrant, dramatic courts of Istanbul. Witness the rise and fall of a sprawling...

Discover the epic history of a fortress city that commanded three global empires and reshaped civilization. This dramatic narrative transports you to the crossroads of continents, where political ambition and geographical dominance fueled a thousand years of conflict. Perfect for an immersive...

Experience the epic military history of a legendary fortress and the desperate sieges that guarded a medieval empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical narrative transports you to the strategic chokepoints of the ancient Mediterranean. Witness how stone, sea, and strategy...

Experience an epic history of survival as one architectural marvel outlasts fifteen centuries of warring empires. Whether seeking an immersive escape for your daily commute or craving a deep dive into world history, this journey transports you to the vibrant heart of Constantinople. Watch a...

The Ottoman Empire: The Untold Story to its Rise and Fall Plus the Revolutionary War: The Making of America (2 Books in 1) brings that history and the life-changing accounts to life. This two-book bundle takes a deep dive into the everyday lives of colonists, explores the upheaval and rebellions that shaped the lives of those who were there and for generations to come, the stronghold the Ottoman Empire had on the world, the origins of its storied population and how they came to power, the contributions they made, and more.

In 1393, the Tsar of Bulgaria, Ivan Shishman, defended Nicopolis in a last stand against the invading Ottoman Empire, but the well-known battle named after the town occurred in 1396, when an army of knights from all over Europe faced an Ottoman army. This battle is famous for representing the last time that Christian Europe (or, at least, most of it) united under a single banner to fight a common foe, and the military venture is often called the Last Crusade.