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Back to EpisodesThe Best Form of Defence is Attack
Season 1
Episode 103
Published 1 year, 8 months ago
Description
The year AD 622 was a difficult one for the Roman Empire and its emperor, Heraclius. Surrounded by the Avars in the west and the Persians in the east, the position looked hopeless. But Heraclius was a truly remarkable emperor and soldier. And he knew what the best form of defence was.
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