Zambezi Gallery - History

The Battle of the Hydaspes was a historic military confrontation between Alexander the Great of Macedon and King Porus of the Paurava Kingdom in ancient India. The battle took place in 326 BCE near...
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The Babylonian Empire is an ancient empire that existed in Mesopotamia, which is modern-day Iraq. It was founded by King Hammurabi, who united the various city-states in the region under his rule. ...
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The First Mongol Invasion of Japan
The Mongol invasion of Japan was a pivotal event in Japanese history and it was led by the Mongol emperor Kublai Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan. The invasion took place in the 13th century and ...
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Shaka Zulu was born in 1787 in what is now the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. He was the son of the Zulu chieftain Senzangakhona and his wife Nandi, who was from the neighbouring Langeni c...
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Through out the ages it has been widely documented that India has a rich cultural heritage that dates back thousands of years. One of the most significant aspects of this heritage is the ancient wi...
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The Life of Edward Saidi Tingatinga
Edward Saidi Tingatinga was a Tanzanian painter known for his unique and colourful style. His legacy lives on through the Tingatinga Arts Cooperative Society, which supports and promotes ...
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Indian Spiritual Masters Of The Past
India has a long and rich tradition of spiritual masters who have influenced the world with their teachings on enlightenment and inner peace. From the 15th century to the present day, spiritual mas...
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The Difficulties of Finding Authentic Cultural Art in the UK
When it comes to finding authentic cultural items in the UK, it can be quite challenging and frustrating. Especially when looking to add something meaningful that is unique and colourful to the liv...
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The story of Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, is one of the most inspiring tales in the world. It is the story of a man who, despite being born into a life of luxury, found enlightenment a...
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Genghis Khan, born in 1162 in Mongolia, rose to become one of the greatest conquerors in world history. His early life was fraught with hardship and violence, as his father was poisoned b...
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