Today, we will walk through the ancient fog of history with the wise Umar and unlock the prosperous era of Arabia under his rule, a glorious era full of wisdom and strategy.
The Great Vision: Persia in the East and Rome in the West
Umar's extraordinary leadership talent is evident not only on the battlefield, but also in his unique vision of the art of conquest. He abandoned the traditional model of assigning conquered lands to generals, and instead skillfully retained local rulers and established an elaborate tax system that maintained local order while ensuring sustainable revenues. This flexible governance allowed the conquest to reduce internal conflicts and won praise from the locals.
️ The Birth of a Barracks City: Military, Cultural, and Religious Trinity ️
Umar was not only a warlike commander, but also a visionary statesman. He specially created the military camp city, which was both a military center and a center for the dissemination of religious culture. These cities were not only places where the army was stationed, but also incubators of Islamic civilization, laying a solid foundation for later cultural inheritance.
Pension system: motivate the army and enhance the overall combat effectiveness
In order to motivate the army, Umar introduced the annual salary system, which allowed the army to focus more on the war than in the past, and the overall combat effectiveness was significantly improved. This move not only profoundly affected the morale of the army at that time, but also laid the groundwork for later strategic decisions.
Strategic Peak Turn: Yarmouk to Basra, conquering wisdom
From Yarmouk to Basra, Umar's military wisdom shines through in every battle. His strategy not only won a crucial strategic victory for the Arab armies, but also established Islamic dominance throughout the Middle East. The strategic decisions of the Umar era laid a solid foundation for future development.
Conquest of Egypt: Amur the Brave and Wise
After the glory days of the Arabian Peninsula, Umar's think tank turned its attention to Egypt. Amr, a brilliant and fearless general, was sent to Egypt to carry out his plan of conquest. In the face of Egypt's formidable defensive line, Amr showed great military talent, quickly conquering Egypt's major cities, making Egypt part of the Arab power.
Stepping into Libya: The Expansion of the Arab Empire
The Arab powers under Umar did not stop at Egypt, and they continued to advance westward, successfully conquering Libya. This move not only brought a wider territory to the Arab Empire, but also strengthened its dominance in the North African region.
The Fall of Persia: A glorious victory at the Battle of Qadisia
The Battle of Qadisiyah, which became the pinnacle of the conquest of Persia in the time of Umar. The Arab army outnumbered the Persian defenders and completely destroyed the Persian resistance. This victory not only brought about the end of the Persian dynasty, but also marked the consolidation of Arab power in the Middle East and demonstrated the excellence of Umar's military strategy.
Epilogue: The Legacy of Umar the Wise
The age of 'Umar was not only the peak of Arab conquest, but also a time of political, cultural, and religious wisdom. His strategic vision, his management skills, and his encouragement of the military have breathed life into the entire historical period. Let us all remember this wise man and feel the legacy of wisdom he left behind.
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