Iran–Iraq War: How Eight Years of Slaughter Changed Nothing
In this episode, we unpack the devastating eight-year conflict between Iran and Iraq and examine why, despite the immense human cost, so little fundamentally shifted in the region. We'll explore the o...
2 Mai 8min
Napoleon’s March Into Failure
In this episode, we trace Napoleon’s advance into Russia and where it went wrong. In this episode, we explain how overconfidence led to irreversible losses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
1 Mai 5min
The End of Napoleon at Waterloo
In this episode, we recount how the fighting at Waterloo brought Napoleon’s era to a close. We explain why this battle stands out as one of history’s most decisive moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast....
1 Mai 5min
Napoleon Lost in Egypt but Won France
In this episode, we explain how Napoleon’s setbacks abroad strengthened his position at home. We explore how timing and perception changed everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
30 Apr 5min
How Egypt and Syria Nearly Overran Israel in 1973
In this episode, we unpack the Yom Kippur War, examining how a coordinated surprise attack brought Israel to the brink. We explore the initial successes of the Egyptian and Syrian forces and the criti...
30 Apr 9min
Napoleon Crushed Two Empires at Austerlitz
In this episode, we detail how Napoleon split and destroyed the allied forces with precision. In this episode, we explain how the victory altered Europe’s balance of power. Hosted on Acast. See acast....
29 Apr 4min
Six-Day War: How Israel Won Before Its Enemies Could Blink
In this episode, we unpack the astonishing swiftness and strategic brilliance behind Israel's victory in the Six-Day War. We examine the key factors that allowed Israel to achieve a decisive win in su...
29 Apr 7min
Russia Before and After Peter the Great
In this episode, we compare Russia before Peter the Great’s reign to the nation he left behind. We explain how his reforms changed nearly every aspect of society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
28 Apr 6min
