The Umayyad Caliphate (661–750) continued the white banner tradition, representing the conquest of Mecca. Damascus served as its capital.
The Umayyad Caliphate (661–750) was the second Islamic caliphate. Represented the peak of early Islamic expansion and power. Conquered territories from Spain to Central Asia.
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