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Who founded Baghdad?
Who founded Baghdad?
- The Abbasid dynasty (correct)
- The Persian Gulf War
- The Iraq War
- Scholars and literati
What year was Baghdad founded?
What year was Baghdad founded?
- 762 (correct)
- 1990
- 2003
- 2011
How many times has Baghdad been damaged by war?
How many times has Baghdad been damaged by war?
- Once
- Twice (correct)
- Three times
- Four times
Study Notes
- Baghdad is the capital of Iraq and the capital of Baghdad governorate.
- The city was founded in 762 by the Abbasid dynasty of caliphs.
- Baghdad was heavily damaged by aerial bombardment during the Persian Gulf War (1990-91) and again by air and ground operations during the Iraq War (2003-11).
- Baghdad has a rich cultural life and is home to many scholars and literati.
- The city was founded in 762 and has been damaged by war multiple times.
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Test your knowledge about the rich history and cultural significance of Baghdad, the capital of Iraq. Learn about its founding, historical events, and cultural contributions.
