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NFB’s Decisive Battles Of The World: Hattin

Posted on Mar 21, 2011 by NFB

The Crusading period is one my favourite parts of history. What follows is its most important moment. Name: The Battle of Hattin (sometimes known as the Battle of Hittin or Battle of the Horns of Hattin). The War: The Crusader-Ayyubid War, part of … Continue reading →

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NFBs Decisive Battles Of The World: Vienna

Posted on Nov 28, 2010 by NFB

The Ottomans and the Austrians tore much of Europe apart for three centuries. Today’s entry can be considered the apex of that conflict. Name: The Battle Of Vienna (which followed the Siege of Vienna) also known as the Battle of Kahlenburg … Continue reading →

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The Crusades by Thomas Asbridge

Posted on Aug 15, 2010 by NFB

Excellent resource for anyone with an interest in the period. Asbridge manages to give us an overview of each of the ‘numbered Crusades’ from the first to last, offering a full and detailed examination of the military, diplomatic and social … Continue reading →

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The Ground Zero Mosque

Posted on Aug 14, 2010 by NFB

So Obama gave tacit support for the planned Mosque, though he really only went as far as pointing out the obvious: that America tolerates all religions and no legal barrier exists. It’s hard for me to really get into this … Continue reading →

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