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How the Mamluks Seized Power From Their Own Rulers
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- Restful History for Sleep
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- Jul 23, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 207
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Summary
In this episode, we explore the rise of the Mamluks and how they outmaneuvered their rulers to seize power. We discuss the social and political dynamics that allowed these former slaves to become a formidable force in medieval Egypt.