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History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Civilizational Contrasts in the Dark Ages

This chapter explores the stark differences in development during the Dark Ages, contrasting the decline in Western Europe with the flourishing of the Islamic world and China. It highlights the role of trade, agricultural advancements, and the rise of feudalism, illustrating how these factors interconnected various civilizations across Eurasia.

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