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Explore the defining moments leading to the decline of Roman Britain. From the strategic battles against Carausius to the detailed accounts of everyday life at the Vindolanda fort, experience a pivotal period of transition and transformation.

Episode 3 in my series on Roman Britain is a captivating exploration of the Romanization of Britain, a narrative of adaptation, integration, and transformation. Dive into the world of Roman villas, mosaics, and artifacts that speak volumes about the era's lifestyle, beliefs, and artistry. This episode is an insightful and immersive experience into the rich history of Roman Britain, a journey through time where two worlds become one.Follow Khalid on social media

Dive into the dynamic world of Roman Britain in this enthralling episode, where we explore the formidable Roman military and the fiery rebellion led by Boudica, the iconic warrior queen. Uncover the complexities of Roman rule, from the disciplined legions and architectural marvels to the undercurrents of Briton resistance that culminated in Boudica's fierce uprising. Through vivid historical analysis and archaeological insights, this narrative captures the tension and transformation of a land shaped by conquest, rebellion, and the interplay of Roman and British identities. Join us for a journey into one of history's most compelling chapters.https://www.instagram.com/khalidwinter/

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This is the first episode in my Roman Britain series. In this opening episode I'll cover the initial invasion, early Roman settlements and the British resistance. Hope you enjoy and don't forget to share with people you think might enjoy it too!

 

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Welcome back and thanks for listening! In this episode Khalid will tell you about the Han Dynasty and one of the most important creations in history before going into what is widely regarded as China's Golden Age. We will also be introduced to the terrifying invading force that are often associated with the wall  in popular culture.

 

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Welcome to the second episode in our series on The Great Wall of China. After introducing you to China's first dynasties we will now introduce the Qin. The Qin did not rule for a long time but they were responsible for the creation of some of the most iconic symbols of China. It was the Qin who took the series of walls made by different states and unified them into one great wall. But, this came at a great cost to the people of China, many of whom paid with their lives.

 

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Welcome to our series on the Great Wall of China. Whilst it is focused on the wall this series will be about Chinese history in a broader sense. Therefore, the first episode starts way before construction of the wall. We're going to give you some context by taking you through the first dynasties of China and into the periods known as the spring and autumn period and the warring states period. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the podcast!

 

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In the previous episode we described the decline of the Abbasid caliphate and the rise of new Islamic powers and factions like the Fatimids and Assassins. Then we alluded to a looming threat from Europe, the crusades. In this episode we will talk about the early crusades, the muslim response in particular the great leader Saladin and his rivalry with Richard Lionheart of England. Finally, we’ll introduce a new existential threat from the east that swept all before them and many believe brought about the end of the Islamic Golden Age.

 

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In this episode Khalid will tell you about the Anarchy at Samarra and the decline of the Abbasid Empire, as well as how new groups rose to fill the power vacuum. We'll also learn about an order started in response to one of these new powers, an order that would go on to become the stuff of legend and feared all over the world, the Assassins. 

 

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In the last episode we talked about the founding of Baghdad and the Caliph Harun al-Rashid building the house of wisdom which brought in the academic pinnacle of the Islamic Golden Age. This episode is a story of three brothers, it is a story about how the power afforded to an unelected monarch can help progress but can also result in disaster. The academic tradition put in place by Harun al-Rashid would continue with his son Al-Amin and in particular with his son al-Mamun. His third son however al-Mutasim would oversee a shift in the caliphate towards an empire based primarily on a military comprised mainly of foreign soldiers, this shift would signal the beginning of the end of Abbasid power and the Islamic Golden Age. Al-Mutasim went as far as to build a whole new capital city and later on in the episode we will take a look at the archaeology of that capital. First though, before we get to al-Mutasim and how he changed the face of the caliphate we are going to talk about his two older brothers. After their father Harun al-Rashid died in 809 it plunged the empire into chaos with al-Amin in Baghdad and al-Mamun in Persia, fighting for control and the right to continue their father’s legacy. So, let’s begin with the Abbasid civil war.