The ancient conflicts that shaped today’s Middle East: Marc Champion

Simon Mayall's 'The House of War: The Struggle Between Christendom and the Caliphate' explores over a millennium of conflict between Christian and Muslim powers, from the Battle of Yarmouk to the fall of the Ottoman Caliphate. Blending military history with modern geopolitics, Mayall's narrative reveals how ancient battles and grievances still shape today's global conflicts. His work offers crucial insights into the deep-rooted historical and cultural forces that influence contemporary Middle Eastern issues.

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By Marc Champion

How much do you know about the battle of Yarmouk in 636 AD, when an Arab army first destroyed a major Christian force near Syria's borders with Israel and Jordan?

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