Starting in the early 1500s CE, in Persia and India, the Safavids and Mughals created powerful states, whose institutions and policies shared many similarities to the Ottoman Empire. Until their decline in the 1700s CE, these three Muslim states controlled the richest and most developed lands on three continents, and challenged Europeans for control of numerous seas and trade
Large industries were placed in the Western suburbs and the extremely wealthy lived in massive mansions near the Yarra River. Almost all suburbs had access to a network of train and trams which were said to be the most modern in the world. Because of the economic boom of the gold rush, much of the inner part of Melbourne had outstanding Victorian architecture and housing. Melbourne was well known for its vast collection of building; ranging from cosy cottages to 12-story buildings. With the distinct Victorian architecture in mind, architects designed extraordinary buildings such as the State Library, University of Melbourne and the Royal Exhibition Building.
Islamic Empire The Islamic empire expanded to one of history’s largest empires between 650 and 1000 (Craig 298). This was due to factors and components such as military prowess, Islamic society ideals and ‘the abode submission,’ religion, and politics (Craig 296-298). Military prowess was one of them most important abilities of the Islamic empire that enabled the expansion of the empire. This expansion was due to the weakness of the Byzantine Empire and the Sasanids, as a result of “chronic warfare with one another (Craig 297).” The specially trained caliphs and field generals were another part of the success of the Islamic conquest. This is significant factor because military prowess led to the growth of Islam and made it an important figure in history.
SLIDE 11 Section 2: Cultural Blending Case Study: The Safavid Empire Patterns of Cultural Blending Cultural Blending in Persia • Between 16th and 18th centuries a Shi’ite Muslim dynasty ruled Persia • Safavid Empire—Shi’ite Muslim dynasty from 16th to 18th centuries Causes of Cultural Blending • Changes occur through migration, conquest, trade, or religion Results of Cultural Blending • Changes in language, religion, government, use of technology • Racial and ethnic blending, intermarriage • Cultural styles adapted into arts and architecture SLIDE 12 The Safavids Build an Empire Safavid Origins • Begins as religious order named for founder • Safavids concentrate on building powerful military Isma’il Conquers Persia • Fourteen-year-old Isma’il conquers Iran by
CCOT: China Post Classical China underwent fundamental changes which soon affected the wider world. China was one the of the core civilizations in Asia which was a network of relationships developing among Iberia and Japan as well as a influence in eastern Asia. Although China was more isolated than the Islamic world and India, it contributed vitally to other areas and flourished under the Tang dynasty. After the end of the Zhou Empire, Li Yuan and his son Tang Taizon laid the basis for the golden age of the Tang. His armies conquered deep into central Asia and he made sure the Turks ,his greatest threat, were taken care of.
Six Cities- Three questions Constantinople Reasons for significance: the location of the city is as magnificent as it is important. It sits on the Bospourus, the strait that marks the division between Europe; afford entry in the Black sea from the Mediterranean. Economic status: After 1453 the city grew and became a centre of trade, power and culture. The Muslims converted more churches and built new mosques. Often, beside the major mosques, there were schools, hospitals, public kitchens, baths, graveyards and large markets, one of which had 280 shops.
Justinian was one of ther greatest Emperorors of all time. As ruler of the Byzantine Empire, Justinian created many thngs during his reign; like the Hagia Sophia Church. He played a big role in the military. He also created the legal code and renovated the byzantine Empirebuilt many public works, created a beautiful church known as the Hagia Sophia, created the legal code, and had a large role in military. Justinian left a mark on the world and his name is still known today.
Henry Bacon was the key architect of the statue which began construction in 1912 and was officially finished in 1922. It is one of the national icons of our great country. Many speeches and various events have been held at this place. Most notably would be MLK’s “I have a dream” speech. It is one of the country’s most visited attractions attracting over a million people a year.
Maria Watkins History 4 Professor April 15, 2011 How did the Ottoman Empire, Egypt, and Persia/Iran try to cope with Western pressure? For all three regions, discuss the modernizing reforms enacted by their rulers and examine the problems these societies faced in attempting to fit Western beliefs into their religious and social traditions Ottoman Empire- The Ottoman Empire was the last of a series of Turkish Muslim empires. It spread from Asia minor beginning about 1300, eventually encompassing most of the Middle East, most of North Africa, and parts of Europe, including modern Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Rumania and Yugoslavia. In the Middle East, the Ottomans ruled Syria, Palestine, Egypt, parts of Arabia and Iraq. Only Persia
Colonies in America The Americas were a new world to conquer and colonize back in the 1500s. During this time there were three main, powerful nations searching to expand their empire and make their country more powerful. Spain, France, and England were the three most powerful nations; each one looking to dominate the others in everything from size of the empire to the goods they controlled. Spain was the first to set-up shop in the Americas, around 1492, which was the year Christopher Colombus accidentally discovered the New World. Spain's claim to these lands was solidified by the Inter Caetera papal bull of 1493, and by the Treaty of Tordesillas of 1494, in which the globe was divided into two hemispheres between Spanish and Portuguese claims.