Overview
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Explore the rich history and cultural significance of nomadic civilizations across the Eurasian steppes in this comprehensive 3.5-hour documentary series. Delve into the origins of the Huns, the rise and fall of the White Huns, and the establishment of the Gokturk Empire. Discover the fascinating story of the Khazars, a Jewish Turkic nomadic group, and learn about the Ghaznavids' journey from slavery to ruling Central Asia. Examine the rise of the Seljuk Empire, the Yuezhi migration and the formation of the Kushan Empire, and the Turkification of Anatolia. Investigate the Scythians, known as the original horselords, and their impact on the region. Finally, gain insight into the daily lives of the Mongols on the steppe, understanding how these nomadic cultures shaped the history and landscape of Eurasia.
Syllabus
Huns: The Origin.
White Huns: Rise and Decline.
Gokturk Empire - Nomadic Civilizations DOCUMENTARY.
Khazars: History of the Jewish Turkic Nomads.
Ghaznavids: From Slaves to the Rulers of Central Asia DOCUMENTARY.
Rise of the Seljuk Empire - Nomadic Civilizations DOCUMENTARY.
Yuezhi Migration and Kushan Empire - Nomads DOCUMENTARY.
Turkification of Anatolia - Nomads DOCUMENTARY.
Scythians - Rise and Fall of the Original Horselords DOCUMENTARY.
How the Mongols Lived in the Steppe.
Taught by
Kings and Generals