Join us on an epic journey through time as we explore one of the most pivotal battles in history – the Battle of Yarmouk in 636. This video delves deep into the dramatic events that led up to the battle, focusing on the legendary military leader Khalid ibn al-Waleed and his role in this monumental clash.
We begin with a comprehensive summary of previous episodes, setting the stage by examining the two superpowers of the Middle Ages: the Byzantine Empire and the Sasanian Empire, with their relentless struggle for dominance over the Middle East.
Next, we shift our focus to the Arabian Peninsula, tracing the significant developments from Pre-Islamic times through the life of Muhammad and the unification of the Arabian tribes under the banner of Islam.
Our narrative then zooms in on the Arab invasion of Persia and Byzantium, highlighting their initial successes and the strategic brilliance that characterized their early campaigns. These victories set the stage for the core of our video – the Battle of Yarmouk.
With detailed battlemaps and expert analysis, we break down the tactics employed by both the Roman and Arab forces as they maneuvered for advantage on the battlefield. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the strategies that defined this epic confrontation and the critical decisions that led to its outcome.
One of the most fascinating aspects of the Battle of Yarmouk was the role played by Muslim women. We'll explore their contributions and the unique ways in which they supported the Arab forces.
Finally, we examine how the Arabs, under the indomitable leadership of Khalid ibn al-Waleed, secured a decisive victory that would change the world. This battle not only marked the decline of Byzantine power in the region but also paved the way for the rapid expansion of the Islamic Empire.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
03:44 – Chapter I: Prologue & Background
04:37 – Chapter I (A): The Byzantine Empire
06:25 – Chapter I (B): The Byzantine – Sasanian War (602-628)
08:26 – Chapter I (C): The Sasanian Civil War
09:03 – Chapter I (D): The Arabian Peninsula
10:43 – Chapter I (E): Ghassanids and Lakhmids
11:24 – Chapter I (F): Prophet Muhammad
12:09 – Chapter I (G): The Arab Invasion of Persia
13:18 – Chapter II: Start of the Invasion of Byzantine Syria
16:13 – Chapter III: Army sizes & Location
19:54 – Chapter IV: Day 1 of the Battle of Yarmouk
21:56 – Chapter V: Day 2 of the Battle of Yarmouk
25:02 – Chapter VI: Day 3 of the Battle of Yarmouk
25:54 – Chapter VII: Day 4 of the Battle of Yarmouk
27:53 – Chapter VIII: Day 5 of the Battle of Yarmouk
30:16 – Chapter IX: The End of the Byzantine Army
31:07 – Chapter X: Sasanian Front
32:04 – Chapter XI: The Battle of Qadisiyyah
