Mamluks: The Dynasty And Class Of Islamic Slave-Warriors
Often overshadowed by the exploits of the Ottomans in Europe and the Near East, it should be noted however that it was the Mamluks who,…
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The Knights Templar: Origins, History, And Military
Knights Templar (or simply Templars), mysteries and warfare – these three avenues had an obscured connection when it came to the mercurial times of the medieval…
Spartans: The Rigid Society and Tough Military Of The Ancient Greek Warriors
Introduction – The subject of Spartans has been much discussed and showcased in the realm of popular culture. And while some of them have a…
Scythians: The Ancient Horselords of the Eurasian Steppe
When it comes to the popular history of nomadic groups, tribes (and super-tribes) like Huns and Mongols have had their fair share of coverage in…
Hannibal Barca: The Military Genius Who Defied the Roman Republic
Hannibal ad portas – a phrase that not only exemplified what an entire generation of Romans went through but also reverberated into popular consciousness during…
Ramesses II: History and Reconstruction of the Warrior Pharaoh Who Lived Till 90
Ramesses II (also called Ramses, Ancient Egyptian: rꜥ-ms-sw or riʕmīsisu, meaning ‘Ra is the one who bore him’) is considered as one of the most…
Galleon: 10 Things You Should Know About the Most Famous of All Spanish Warships
Harking back to our romanticized notions of the veritable Spanish Armada and the early transatlantic trade routes of the 16th century, the Galleon serves as…
Video Presents 100 Most Successful Generals in History Based on Victories
As we discussed earlier in one of our articles, the episodes of war and human conflicts are persistent when it comes to the rich tapestry…
Samurai – Origins, History, and Culture of the Japanese Warrior Class
There is a certain sense of almost fantastical fascination when it comes to the popular scope of Samurai warriors. But if we dissociate popular culture…
Mongols: The Armies, Organization, Armor, And Tactics
Through the objective lens of history, let us discuss the Mongols, the most powerful and organized warrior culture of the 13th century AD.
