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Greco-Bactrian Kingdom: 5 Things to Know about Greco-Bactrian Kingdom

Read this article to learn about the five things to know about Greco-Bactrian kingdom. 1. Founder of Greco-Bactrian Kingdom: Divodat I: He is considered to be the founder of the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom, but it is doubtful if he declared himself independent of Selukas II. Divodat was not only a governor under Selukas, but was also the son-in-law of Antioch II [...]

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Historical Information on The Turks (546 – 704 A. D.)

Read this article to learn about the Turks. Evolution of the Turks: One of the Hunnish tribes was known as the Kau-She (Kankali, Ting- Ling, Tikalik ) tribe. Kau-She means large cart and the tribe acquired this name because they moved about with their belongings on large wheeled carts. Such carts were common among the Turks and the Mongols. We [...]

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The Wusuns: Culture, History , Neighbouring Tribes and Other Details

Read this article to learn about the culture, history, neighbouring tribes and Kings of the Wusuns. Culture of the Wusuns: Even when the Wusuns had entered the Iron age they lived a primitive life. The archaeological excavations made in Khirgisistan in 1929 reveal that the Wusuns excelled in the manufacture of pottery, and metal, wood and leather work. Three kinds [...]

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