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**Anthology Of Heroes History**

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Vercingetorix, Caesar's Worst Nightmare | Part 3: Vae Victis Aug 01, 2022

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"A last alliance against tyranny - the battle for free Gaul"

Gaul hung by a thread.

As Rome’s grip tightened around their homeland, the Tribal Kings met to discuss their grim reality.

Age-old rivalries were tossed aside for the sake of unity, and Vercingetorix was raised as supreme commander of Gaul.

The task ahead of him was monumental. The odds of success - minimal.

But what a song it would be for their ancestors!

This episode follows the epic conclusion to Caesar’s Gallic Wars, including the famous Siege of Alesia.

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Vercingetorix, Caesar's Worst Nightmare | Part 2: Gaul Strikes Back Jul 18, 2022

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‘Rome made a desert, and called it peace’.

Caesar’s first foray into Gaul had been an overwhelming success.

He had vanquished one of the most powerful tribes, and their wealth had paid off his debts.

Emboldened by the quick victory, he sent his legions to the distant corners of the continent.

As time dragged on, the people of Gaul realized Caesar had no plan to leave.

Any tribe that resisted faced slavery or extinction.

But even so, there were a handful of crafty Chieftains who took a stand...

This episode follows Caesar’s struggles against The Tribes who defied him.

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Vercingetorix, Caesar's Worst Nightmare | Part 1: Veni, Vidi, Vici Jul 04, 2022

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"I am a free man, of a free state"

When Julius Caesar became Governor of Gaul in 58BC he dreamt of fame, fortune and legacy.

Conquest had always been the path to glory for a Roman senator and with this position he hoped to make his name.

At first, he picked off the Gallic tribes one by one.

A bribe here, a massacre there, it seemed that soon all tribes would soon bow before the might of Rome.

But one King spurned all attempts at diplomacy. And soon, this tiny spark of rebellion would spread.

Under the banner of Vercingetorix, the tribes of Gaul would force Caesar and his legions out of their lands.

Or die trying.

This podcast tells the story of French hero 'Vercingetorix' against the backdrop of Caesar's invasion of Gaul.

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The 21 Year Long Siege Of Candia (With Professor Buttigieg) Jun 20, 2022

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In this special episode I'm joined by Professor Emanuel Buttigieg from The University Of Malta!

The Professor shares with me the fascinating story of The Siege Of Candia that took place over a whopping 21 years starting in 1648.

The siege pitted The Knights Hospitaller against their old rivals, The Ottoman Empire. Professor Buttigieg brings the story to life with vivid storytelling and primary sources.

If you liked our series on The Great Siege Of Malta, this is one for you!

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The Last Muslim King Of Spain, Part 3: Thy Kingdom Come Jun 06, 2022

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'He bore the impending demise of his religion, culture and way of life'

Boabdil had earned his bloody throne. But there was little time to celebrate.

As the armies of Christendom camped outside the last Islamic stronghold in Spain, its citizens knew the end of their world would come soon.

But how would it happen?

Would Boabdil resist until the bitter end?

Or would he negotiate with The Christian King who had stolen everything from him?

The final chapter of the 800 year Reconquista was close at hand...

Part 3 of 3.

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The Last Muslim King Of Spain, Part 2: Eye Of The Storm May 23, 2022

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'Stop, stop! Don't kill him you fool, that's the Moorish King!'

Boabdil's path to the throne had not been easy. He had been pressured into overthrowing his father by his mother and was captured during his first battle.

After being forced to swear an oath of loyalty to The Christian King Ferdinand, many of his countrymen called him a traitor to Islam.

With an army of Christian muscle backing him, the 22 year old King marched back to reclaim his homeland.

The war-weary citizens of Granada had to pick a side.

Should they support the Old King who defended Islam but bought destruction to their lands?
Or his son, who bought peace but at the price of their dignity?

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The Last Muslim King Of Spain, Part 1: Kingdom In Crisis May 09, 2022

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You cry like a woman, for what you couldn't defend as a man'

Boabdil was heir to a dying kingdom.

In the 15th century, Granada was the last Muslim state in Spain. For 250 years it survived, living in the shadow of the Christian kingdoms.

But that all changed after the marriage between Isabella of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragorn united the two most powerful kingdoms in the lands.

The Newlywed's looked hungrily at Boabdil's impoverished state and dreamed of their place in the history books as the King and Queen who reconquered Spain in the name of the Cross...

Part 1 of 3.

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El Cid: The Man Behind the Legend | Part 2 Apr 25, 2022

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El Cid was down but not out!

After sacking King Alfonso's lands he was in exile, barred from returning to his home and family.

But, his deeds had made him famous and he soon found employment in the pay of al-Mu'taman, Lord of Zaragoza.

As The Cid eyed off a city to call his own, an old enemy would return from across the straits of Africa.

And, with nowhere else to turn, King Alfonso would beg El Cid to return...

The second and final part of The Life of Rodrigo Diaz: El Cid, 'Christian Saviour' Of The Reconquista.

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El Cid: The Man Behind the Legend | Part 1 Apr 11, 2022

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'In Spain's rich history, El Cid is remembered above all others'

El Cid was a knight in 11th century Spain.

Growing up in the borderlands between two religions, he gained a reputation for military skill and bravery. This led to his nickname Campeador, 'Master Of The Battlefield'.

Today's he's remembered as loyal, merciful and above all, pious. But behind the legends and myths was a very different man.

In this episode, we peel back the layers of this Spanish hero and learn the real story behind the hero of The Reconquista.

(Part 1 of 2)

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The Battle of Covadonga and the Dawn of The Reconquista Mar 28, 2022

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'In this tiny mountain hamlet, history was about to be made.'

In this episode, we explore the story of Pelayo, the first king of Asturias, and his legendary victory at the Battle of Covadonga.

To understand the significance of this battle, we delve into the history of the Visigoths, who had established a kingdom in Spain after the fall of the Roman Empire. We examine the Visigothic legacy and their eventual defeat by the Muslim invaders in 711 AD.

Against this backdrop, we turn to the story of Pelayo, a nobleman who refused to submit to the Moors and launched a rebellion against their oppressors. At the Battle of Covadonga, Pelayo and his men faced an huge army of Moors with only a few hundred fighters of their own. Against all odds, they emerged victorious, marking the beginning of the Reconquista - the centuries-long struggle to recapture Spain from Muslim rule.

Join us for this fascinating exploration of one of the most significant battles in Spanish history and the remarkable figure who led his people to victory against all odds.

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