# Muslim
Distinctive Facts About The Mighty Ottoman Empire
The Ottoman Turks founded one of history’s more enduring empires, which lasted for over 600 years. In its heyday, it was the world’s most powerful state. To its greatest extent, the Ottoman…
Muslim Americans have Much Deeper Roots in Our Country’s History than Many Care to Admit
Over the past few years, Muslims have frequently found themselves at the center of debates regarding religious freedom in the…
40 of the Most Influential People of All Time
The people who influenced history the most, the "movers and shakers" from ancient times until today, have one thing in…
30 Facts About the Rise and Fall of Saddam Hussein, the Butcher of Baghdad
Saddam Hussein was a figure whose reign of terror was supported by the United States until he could no longer…
Preserving Christianity: How the Byzantine Empire Stood Firm During the Second Arab Siege of Constantinople
The Byzantine stand at the Siege of Constantinople in 717/718 was one of the most crucial military successes of the…
Here’s How Charles ‘the Hammer’ Martel Saved Europe From a Muslim Invasion in 732 AD
It is no exaggeration to describe the Battle of Tours, which took place on October 10, 732, as one of…
A Musician Slave Changed Fashion, Music, and Dining in the Middle Ages
Abul-Hasan Ali Ibn Nafi, also known as Ziryab, was one of the greatest innovators of his era yet his name…
In 1183, a Muslim Military Leader Refused to Attack this Castle For a Very Strange Reason
The Crusades were religious wars between Christians and Muslims that began in the 12th century. Their purpose was to regain…
Conquerors and Innovators: 7 of the Greatest Muslim Leaders and Commanders in History
Since the formation of Islam in the early 7th century AD, there have been countless battles involving commanders who fought to…
Punish the Non-Believers: 6 Cruel Torture Methods of the Spanish Inquisition
Ferdinand and Isabella, the Spanish Catholic monarchs, established the Tribunal of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in 1478. Commonly…