Battle of the Talas River

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:historical_battles
gptkbp:aftermath Established a cultural exchange between Arabs and Central Asians
Increased Arab control over trade routes
gptkbp:archaeological_findings Artifacts found related to the battle
Sites of interest for historians and archaeologists
gptkbp:artistic_vision Depicted in historical paintings
Referenced in literature about the Silk Road
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Chinese_Tang_dynasty_forces
Arab forces
gptkbp:commemoration Studied in military history courses
Remembered in Central Asian history
gptkbp:cultural_impact Influenced the development of Islamic culture in Central Asia
Led to the introduction of paper-making technology to the West
gptkbp:date 751 AD
gptkbp:historical_context Part of the larger conflict between the Umayyad Caliphate and the Tang dynasty
gptkbp:historical_debate Debates on the exact location of the battle
Discussions on the number of troops involved
Controversies over the aftermath and its implications
gptkbp:historical_interpretation Various interpretations by historians regarding its significance
gptkbp:historical_significance Considered a precursor to later conflicts in the region.
gptkbp:historical_source Chinese historical texts
Arab historical accounts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Talas River
gptkbp:legacy Symbol of resistance against foreign domination
Considered a turning point in Central Asian history
gptkbp:location Talas River, present-day Kyrgyzstan
gptkbp:military_strategy Siege warfare techniques employed
Use of cavalry by both sides
gptkbp:modern_relevance Lessons in military strategy
Example of cultural exchange through conflict
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:General_Gao_Xianzhi
gptkb:General_Ziyad_ibn_Salih
gptkbp:outcome Arab victory
gptkbp:political_impact Influenced future conflicts in the region
Shifted power dynamics in Central Asia
gptkbp:related_event Expansion of the Umayyad Caliphate
Tang dynasty's military campaigns in Central Asia
gptkbp:result Stalemate after initial Arab victory
gptkbp:significance Facilitated the spread of Islam into Central Asia
Marked the westernmost expansion of the Tang dynasty
Led to the decline of Tang influence in Central Asia
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Gokturk_Khaganate
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Orkhon_River
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5