Mediterranean and North African issues in French blogs: Braudel’s writings in the African magazine as an example

Abstract

During the 10/16th century AD, the Mediterranean basin region witnessed many developments and important changes in the existing relations between the various countries bordering it, especially in the western part of it. For Maghreb and North African history, this century is considered a pivotal century as it witnessed a major transformation at all levels, perhaps the most prominent of which is the Islamic-Christian conflict led by both the Ottoman Empire in the East and the Spanish Empire in the West. The latter launched a crusade against the North African region, especially after the fall of Granada. Braudel was so passionate about the Mediterranean, where he showed strong attachment since his youth, and who devoted a large part of his life to understanding its events, facts and changes. In this study, we will deal with his treatment of the Mediterranean issues and concerns based on his published articles in the African Journal.