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The Rise and Fall of the Alids: From Karbala to the Abbasid Revolution
This chapter explores the historical importance of the Alids, tracing their roots back to Ali ibn Abi Talib and the consequences of the Battle of Karbala. It examines the tumultuous power dynamics in Kufa and concludes with the overthrow of the Umayyads, highlighting the themes of ambition, revenge, and the long-term effects of Hussein's death leading to the Abbasid Revolution.
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