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Romanovs: Collapse at Maximum Speed
In this episode, we walk through how multiple crises hit simultaneously. We explain why the empire couldn’t absorb even one more shock.
Hosted on Aca…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Forging Germany Through War
In this episode, we explain how warfare became the foundation of German unity. In this episode, we connect military success with empire-building.
Hos…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Desert Campaign That Broke an Empire
In this episode, we examine how sustained rebellion stretched the Ottoman military too thin. In this episode, we explain why overextension proved fat…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
How Prussia Designed a War State
In this episode, we examine how Prussia consciously designed itself around war. In this episode, we explain how that design reshaped European history…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Defeat That Ended Napoleon
In this episode, we break down the battle that brought Napoleon’s rule to an end. We explain how Waterloo became the defining conclusion of his story…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Napoleon’s Defeat Started in Russia
In this episode, we break down how the Russian invasion set off a chain reaction of losses. In this episode, we explain how one campaign changed hist…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Austerlitz Was Napoleon’s Defining Moment
In this episode, we recount how Napoleon outthought and outmaneuvered his enemies in one day. In this episode, we explain why this moment defined his…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Napoleon’s Egypt Campaign Created His Persona
In this episode, we explain how the Egyptian expedition shaped Napoleon’s public image. We explore how legend became leverage.
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8 months ago
Napoleon Built an Empire Through Victory
In this episode, we explore how Napoleon systematically used wins to expand control. We explain how warfare laid the groundwork for empire.
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8 months ago
Peter the Great’s Ruthless Remaking of Russia
In this episode, we explore the uncompromising approach Peter the Great took to reform Russia. We explain how his legacy remains deeply debated.
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8 months ago