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War of the Worlds - EP 6 - Cordoba & Moorish Spain - The Ornament of the World
A look into the cultural heritage of Moorish Spain. Was it truly a golden age of enlightenment and meaningful co-existence? Or was it just an over celebrated failed experiment in multiculturalism? Contribute on Patreon: Leave some feedback: ...
War of the Worlds - EP 5 - Abd Al Rahman III - Camelot and Catastrophe
Abd Al Rahman III comes to the scene and brings Al Andalus back from the brink. His successes usher in a period of prosperity that unfortunately is short lived. Contribute on Patreon: Leave some feedback: Follow along on Facebook: Engage on...
War of the Worlds - Bonus - Song of Roland
The Song of Roland is an 11th Century Epic Poem Based on a late 8th century event. While the history not exact, the poem is a window into 11th century Christian thought and a foreshadowing of the emerging Crusader movement. Contribute on Patreon: ...
War of the Worlds - EP 4 - The Tale of a Refugee and a Regent
After the fall of the Umayyad Caliphate, one of its few surviving members escapes from Syria and arrives in Spain. His name is Abd Al-Rahman I and through his resourcefulness, establishes a Dynasty that leaves its mark on world history. ...
War of the Worlds - EP 3 - The Moors of Andalusia
The Moors invade Spain in what will be a lightning affair. They are soon poised to attack France. But as the Islamic Expansion continues, it begins to face serious threats both domestic and foreign. Contribute on Patreon: Leave some feedback: ...
War of the Worlds - EP 2 - The Journey to al-Andalus
Arabian armies, flush with victory over the Byzantine and Persian Empires, now push west into North Africa. By 709, the Caliphate has expanded from the Indus to the Atlantic and only the Strait of Gibraltar stands in the path of the conquest of...
War of the Worlds - EP 1 - Intro / Early Islamic Conquest
Our journey begins with the rise of Islam. Despite incredible hardships, that at times nearly lea...
Punic Wars - Part VII - Romani Ite Domum
Bonus Episode ! - 4 'What if' scenarios to contemplate if the Punic Wars had gone awry. What if H...
Punic Wars - Part VI - Delenda Est Carthago
The Battle of Zama is in full swing and the fate of Carthage hangs in the balance. Scipio and Han...
Punic Wars - Part V - The Return of The Scipi
Hannibal's victory at Cannae sends the Roman Republic into a death spiral. However despite the ca...