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Battle of Spercheios, 997 How to wage war on two fronts Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer (Part 3)
Battle of Spercheios, 997 How to wage war on two fronts Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer (Part 3)
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The Battle of Daraa: Belisarius and the Byzantine-Persian Conflict
This video recounts the Battle of Daraa, a significant conflict between the Byzantine Empire and the Sasanian Empire in the 6th century. It highlights the strategic preparations and tactics employed by both sides, as well as the...
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The Battle for Wessex: King Alfred's Triumph and Redemption
The video narrates the historical events surrounding King Alfred of Wessex's struggle to defend his kingdom against Viking invasions, treachery, and betrayal. Despite facing defeat and being forced into exile, Alfred rallies support,...
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The Battle of Sagrajas: Alfonso VI of Castile and Leon vs Yusuf Ibn Tashfin of the Almoravids
This video provides a detailed account of the Battle of Sagrajas in 1086 between King Alfonso VI of Castile and Leon and Yusuf Ibn Tashfin of the Almoravids. The battle showcases the complex political landscape of the Iberian Peninsula...
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Battle of Torvioll: The Rise of Skanderbeg
This video tells the story of George Castriotti, also known as Skanderbeg, a legendary Albanian leader who rebelled against the Ottoman Empire to establish the League of Lezha and fight for Albanian independence. Skanderbeg's strategic...
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The Norman Conquest of Southern Italy: The Battle for Power and Influence
This video delves into the historical conflict between Pope Leo the 9th and the Normans in southern Italy in the early 11th century. It highlights the rise of the Normans as mercenaries, their expansion into southern Italy, and the...
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Battle of Carpi: Prelude to the War of the Spanish Succession
This video provides a detailed account of the complex geopolitical maneuvering and military strategies surrounding the War of the Spanish Succession. Focused on the Battle of Carpi, it highlights the intense conflict between the French...
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Battle of Ashdown: The Viking Invasions
This video provides a detailed account of the Viking invasions in England during the 9th century, focusing on key battles and the rise of King Alfred amidst the turmoil. It highlights the strategic maneuvers, fierce battles, and shifting...
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Battle of the Standard: The Rise of Stephen of Blois
This video provides a detailed account of the political and military events surrounding the Anarchy period in England in the 12th century, focusing on the power struggle between King Stephen and Empress Matilda, as well as the...
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Battle of Zhovti Vody: The Cossack Uprising Against the Polish Lithuanian Commonwealth
This video describes the rise of Bachdan Kamelnitsky, a Cossack leader who initiated a successful uprising against the Polish Lithuanian Commonwealth in the mid-17th century. Through strategic alliances and military prowess, Kamelnitsky...
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Battle of Kleidion: The Byzantine-Bulgarian Conflict
This video provides a detailed account of the military campaigns between Emperor Basil II of the Byzantine Empire and Tsar Samuel of Bulgaria from 1000 to 1014. It highlights key battles, strategies, and outcomes, including Basil's...
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Battle of Mohacs: The Fall of the Hungarian Kingdom
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to and during the Battle of Mohács in 1526, a significant historical event that marked a turning point in the history of the Kingdom of Hungary and the Ottoman Empire. The...
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Battle of Lincoln: The Matildine Conflict
This video narrates the turbulent period of the early 12th century in England, focusing on the power struggle between King Stephen and Empress Matilda for the throne. It highlights key events such as defections, battles, and alliances...
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Battle of the Gates of Trajan: The Epic Saga of Byzantium and Bulgaria
This video provides a detailed account of the complex political and military maneuvers in the Balkan Peninsula during the 10th century, focusing on the power struggles between the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgarian Empire. It highlights...
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Battle of Loudoun Hill: The Rise of Robert the Bruce
This video details the rise of Robert the Bruce, from his early alliances with England to his eventual crowning as King of Scotland in 1306. Despite facing numerous setbacks, including defeats at the hands of the English, Robert...
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The Rise and Fall of Empress Matilda: A Tale of Power, Betrayal, and Defeat
This video describes the tumultuous events following King Stephen's defeat by his cousin Matilda, as she attempts to claim the throne of England with the support of the Church and key allies. Matilda faces challenges from various...
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Battle of Kosovo: Rise and Fall of Empires in the Balkans
This video provides a detailed account of the historical events surrounding the Battle of Kosovo in 1389, where the Ottoman Empire faced off against a coalition led by Serbian Prince Lazar. The battle resulted in the deaths of both...
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Becoming a Historian
Five accomplished historians describe how specific personal experiences were crucial in triggering their interest in history and inspired them to become historians. Featured are: David Cannadine (Princeton University), Linda Colley...
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Caretakers and Confidants: Presidential Valets
Presidential valets have been a mainstay at the White House since its earliest days. They not only perform vital tasks for the President, but act as confidantes and companions in the most trying of circumstances.
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King Arthur and The Kinks
Historian Jay Rubenstein (Tennessee) reveals how he became a medievalist.
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138 The Battle of Hastings Part 1 - One Minute History
January 1066 - England - When King Edward the Confessor dies without an heir, his brother-in-law Harold Godwinson is crowned King. William, Duke of Normandy and King Hardrada of Norway both lay claim to the throne and begin preparations...
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Reranking Military Ranks: Unveiling the True Meanings Behind Titles
In this video, the speaker explores the etymology and pronunciation of military ranks and proposes a new hierarchy based on their true meanings. They delve into the origins of words like Lieutenant, Colonel, Sergeant, Captain, and more.
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The Early, High and Late Middle Ages
The time period between 500 and 1500 CE in Europe is known as the Middle Ages. Historians have divided this era into three main sections; The Early, High and Late Middle Ages. This progam important events of each of the periods.
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The Medieval Social Class System of Europe.
The Middle Ages in Europe, a period of history between approximately 500 and 1500 CE, was comprised of a class system where people were divided into three distinct levels. This program looks at how the upper class, the middle class and...