Events tagged with "al-jarrar"

Historical Events tagged with "al-jarrar"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Military & Warfare

Khazars Defeat Umayyad Forces at Marj Ardabil

December 9th, 730 1294 years ago

The Battle of Marj Ardabil took place between Khazar and Umayyad forces, where the Khazars achieved a significant military victory. Under the command of al-Jarrah ibn Abdallah al-Hakami, the Umayyad army was decisively defeated, with many soldiers killed, including their commander. This clash showcased the formidable military capability of the Khazars and marked a pivotal moment in the power dynamics of the region. The battle was not merely a skirmish, but a demonstration of the Khazars' strength in resisting Umayyad expansion.