Nuremberg Trials Made Leaders Accountable

How Alexander’s Phalanx Crushed His Enemies

In this episode, we explore the tactics and formation of Alexander the Great's Phalanx that led to his stunning victories in battle. We'll examine how this innovative military strategy outmaneuvered and overwhelmed opposing forces. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Janissaries: How Enslaved Boys Became Elite Soldiers

In this episode, we explore the intriguing history of the Janissaries, who were originally enslaved boys transformed into elite soldiers. We'll discuss their training, influence on the Ottoman Empire, and the complexities of their unique position in society. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Atomic Bombs and Japan’s Final Choice

In this episode, we discuss how nuclear destruction altered Japan’s military calculus. We explain why surrender followed days later. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

How Ho Chi Minh Outlasted the French and the Americans

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Urban Warfare Destroyed Manila 1945

In this episode, we break down the brutal reality of fighting inside a major city during World War II. In this episode, we explain how artillery, fire, and close combat devastated Manila. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.