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Oghuz Yabgu State
The Oghuz Yabgu State was a Turkic state founded by the Oghuz Turks in 750 between the Caspian and Aral Seas, with its capital at Yangikent on the Syr Darya. Its people later converted to Islam. The Seljuks, who came from among the Oghuz, succeeded it.
Key facts
| Dates | 750 CE – 1055 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Eurasian steppe |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Yangikent |
| Religion(s) | Tengrism, Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.