630 AD

The Muslims capture Mecca 

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By now, the balance of power had shifted radically away from once-powerful Mecca, toward Muhammad and the Muslims. In January, 630, they marched on Mecca and were joined by tribe after tribe along the way. They entered Mecca without bloodshed.

  • Location_icon_blue_1 Mecca, Saudi Arabia

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