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The Abbasid Invasion of 853: The Campaign of Bugha the Turk in Georgia
A detailed look into the 853 Abbasid punitive expedition led by Bugha the Turk, resulting in the burning of Tbilisi and shifting medieval Caucasian borders.
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The Byzantine Invasion of Georgia (1028): Medieval Conflict and Victory
In 1028, the Kingdom of Georgia successfully repelled a major Byzantine invasion, leading to the landmark peace treaty of 1031.
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The Rebellion of Bardas Skleros and Georgian Intervention (976–979)
The rebellion of Bardas Skleros against the Byzantine Empire marked a crucial moment in medieval Georgian history, resulting in major territorial gains for David III of Tao.
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The Rebellion of Bardas Phokas (987–989): Byzantine Civil War and Its Impact on Tao
The rebellion of Bardas Phokas the Younger (987–989) shaped medieval Georgia. Learn how the conflict forced David III Kuropalates to cede Tao to Emperor Basil II.
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Armenia-Iberia Territorial Conflict: The Campaign of Artaxias I (170 BC)
A historical analysis of the 170 BC military campaign by Artaxias I of Armenia against the Kingdom of Iberia, resulting in significant territorial losses.
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Urartu-Diauehi Wars: Campaigns of Argishti I Against Diauehi (806–760 BC)
Explore the ancient Near Eastern conflict between Urartu and the early Georgian kingdom of Diauehi, led by the campaigns of King Argishti I.
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Arab Expansion in the Caucasus: Main Forces Enter Kartli (650s)
The entry of major Arab Caliphate armies into Kartli during the 650s initiated centuries of Arab hegemony, transforming the political structure of medieval Georgia.
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Georgia-Shaddadid Wars: Siege of Ani and Shaddadid Fortresses
A historical analysis of the military conflicts between the Kingdom of Georgia and the Shaddadids over the strategic city of Ani from 1012 to 1199.
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The Seljuk Invasions: Campaigns of Alp Arslan in Georgia (1064–1068)
Discover how the 11th-century invasions by Seljuk Sultan Alp Arslan transformed the Kingdom of Georgia, shaping its medieval fortifications and geopolitical landscape.
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Repelling the Al-Jarrah Expedition (729–730): The Arab-Khazar Wars in Iberia
In 729–730, the Principality of Iberia allied with Khazar forces to repel the Umayyad campaign led by Al-Jarrah, a critical moment in early medieval Caucasian geopolitics.
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The Abasgian Revolt (550)
A detailed historical overview of the 550 Abasgian Revolt against Byzantine rule during the Lazic War.
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The 1991–1992 Tbilisi Military Coup and the Georgian Civil War
A historical overview of the 1991–1992 Tbilisi military coup, a critical conflict that resulted in the overthrow of Georgia's first president and shifted the nation's political trajectory.