The Fatimid Navy: How a Mediterranean Empire Ruled the Waves — Fexingo History copertina

The Fatimid Navy: How a Mediterranean Empire Ruled the Waves — Fexingo History

The Fatimid Navy: How a Mediterranean Empire Ruled the Waves — Fexingo History

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 In Episode 3 of The Fatimid Caliphate, we sail into the story of Fatimid naval power. Lucas and Luna explore how the Fatimids built a formidable fleet from scratch after moving their capital to Cairo, transforming the Mediterranean into a Fatimid lake. We meet the master admiral Jawhar al-Siqilli, who not only conquered Egypt but also commanded ships. We examine the Battle of the Straits in 956, where Fatimid forces crushed a Byzantine armada, and the construction of the great arsenal at al-Maqs. We discuss ship types like the shini and ghurab, the use of Greek fire, and the economic logic behind naval dominance—control of trade routes for gold, slaves, and timber. The episode also touches on the legendary Fatimid treasure ships and the mysterious disappearance of the caliph al-Hakim's fleet. Throughout, we consider how naval power underpinned Fatimid prestige and how their legacy influenced later Mediterranean empires. Specific details include the role of the Maghrebi and Syrian ports, the rivalry with the Byzantine navy, and the integration of Christian and Jewish sailors into Fatimid crews. A deep, textured look at an often-overlooked aspect of Islamic maritime history.

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