World Monarchies and DynastiesThroughout history, royal dynasties have dominated countries and empires around the world. Kings, queens, emperors, chiefs, pharaohs, czars - whatever title they ruled by, monarchs have shaped institutions, rituals, and cultures in every time period and every corner of the globe. The concept of monarchy originated in prehistoric times and evolved over centuries right up to the present. Efforts to overthrow monarchies or evade their rule - such as the American, French, Chinese, and Russian revolutions - are considered turning points in world history. Even today, many countries retain their monarchies, although in vastly reduced form with little political power. One cannot understand human history and government without understanding monarchs and monarchies. This fully-illustrated encyclopedia provides the first complete survey of all the major rulers and ruling families of the world, past and present. No other reference work approaches the topic with the same sense of magnitude or connection to historical context. Arranged in A-Z format for ease of access, World Monarchies and Dynasties includes information on major monarchs and dynasties from ancient time to the present. This set: includes overviews of reigns and successions, genealogical charts, and dynastic timelines; addresses concepts, problems, and theories of monarchy; provides background and information for further research; highlights important places, structures, symbols, events, and legends related to particular monarchs and dynasties; includes a master bibliography and multiple indexes. |
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... Battle of Kadesh between the ancient Hittites and Egyptians Fall of Hittite Empire Kingdom of Israel split in two, forming kingdom of Israel and kingdom of Judah Beginning of Nubian rule over Egypt Etruscan kingdoms established in Italy ...
... Battle of Kadesh between the ancient Hittites and Egyptians Fall of Hittite Empire Kingdom of Israel split in two, forming kingdom of Israel and kingdom of Judah Beginning of Nubian rule over Egypt Etruscan kingdoms established in Italy ...
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... battle with the Syrians. He was succeeded by his son, Ahaziah (r. 853–852 b.c.e.). See also:Israel, Kingdoms of; Judah, Kingdom of. AHMADNAGAR. KINGDOM. (1494–1636 C.E.) One of five Muslim states located on the Deccan, a plateau in south ...
... battle with the Syrians. He was succeeded by his son, Ahaziah (r. 853–852 b.c.e.). See also:Israel, Kingdoms of; Judah, Kingdom of. AHMADNAGAR. KINGDOM. (1494–1636 C.E.) One of five Muslim states located on the Deccan, a plateau in south ...
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... battle of Gollsheim, where Adolph was defeated and killed. With Adolph's death, the princes elected Albert as king. Meanwhile,Albert's son, Rudolph III (r. 1298–1307), took over the duchy of Austria. It was politically important for ...
... battle of Gollsheim, where Adolph was defeated and killed. With Adolph's death, the princes elected Albert as king. Meanwhile,Albert's son, Rudolph III (r. 1298–1307), took over the duchy of Austria. It was politically important for ...
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... Battle of Issus, where he defeated the Persian ruler Darius III. It was in Egypt that the idea began to circulate that Alexander was a god-like figure, adding to the legends rapidly multiplying around him.The Egyptian occupation also ...
... Battle of Issus, where he defeated the Persian ruler Darius III. It was in Egypt that the idea began to circulate that Alexander was a god-like figure, adding to the legends rapidly multiplying around him.The Egyptian occupation also ...
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... battle of Hastings on October 14, 1066 and was crowned King William I (r. 1066–1087) on December 25, 1066. The ... battle of Benevento. Mandred died in the battle, and Charles of Anjou took the throne as Charles I (r. 1266–1285). A ...
... battle of Hastings on October 14, 1066 and was crowned King William I (r. 1066–1087) on December 25, 1066. The ... battle of Benevento. Mandred died in the battle, and Charles of Anjou took the throne as Charles I (r. 1266–1285). A ...
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