Timeline & Chronology of Harun al-Rashid's Reign in Baghdad c.900AD

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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A timeline-based worksheet focusing on the key events during the reign of Harun al-Rashid in Baghdad around 900AD, encouraging students to explain, compare, analyze, and outline historical developments.

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Timeline & Chronology of Harun al-Rashid's Reign in Baghdad c.900AD

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Harun al-Rashid

Source: Historical summary

Harun al-Rashid was the fifth Abbasid Caliph, ruling from 786 to 809 AD. His reign is often seen as the golden age of Baghdad, marked by cultural, scientific, and economic growth. Provenance: General historical overview from a history textbook.

1.
Outline the main achievements of Harun al-Rashid's reign.
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the cultural achievements of Baghdad under Harun al-Rashid with earlier periods.
[5 marks]
B

Key Events Timeline

Source: Chronology of Harun al-Rashid's reign

786 AD: Harun al-Rashid becomes Caliph. 791 AD: Establishment of the House of Wisdom. 800 AD: Baghdad becomes a major hub of trade and culture. 805 AD: Harun's military campaigns expand the empire. 809 AD: Harun al-Rashid dies. Provenance: Historical timeline compiled from multiple sources.

1.
Explain the importance of the establishment of the House of Wisdom in Baghdad.
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the political stability of Baghdad before and during Harun al-Rashid's reign.
[5 marks]
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Impact of Harun al-Rashid's Reign

Source: Historian view

'Harun al-Rashid’s leadership transformed Baghdad into a vibrant city of culture, science, and wealth, setting the foundation for the Islamic Golden Age.' Provenance: Modern historian summarizing the impact of Harun's reign.

1.
Explain how Harun al-Rashid’s leadership influenced the development of Baghdad during his reign.
[4 marks]
2.
Analyze the significance of Baghdad’s development during Harun al-Rashid’s reign for the wider Islamic world.
[6 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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