Discover the real-life story of Akechi Tama, also known as Hosokawa Gracia. Born during Japan's tumultuous Sengoku period, she navigated a time of constant civil war and the diminished powers of the Ashikaga Shogunate and the emperor. Amid this chaos, Akechi Tama, a noblewoman, converted to Christianity despite it being a contentious and dangerous decision. Learn about her unwavering faith, her role during the Honnō-ji Incident, and the historical backdrop of Japan's early Christian converts, including her struggle against imperial edicts and her unique status as one of the few upper-class women to embrace Catholicism in this era.

00:00:00: Introduction
00:02:50: Early Life
00:04:00: Honnō-ji Incident
00:06:00: Aftermath
00:07:03: Conversion
00:09:48: Death of Hideyoshi
00:11:56: War & Death

#TodaMariko #AkechiTama #HosokawaGracia #Sengokuperiod #AshikagaShogunate #JapaneseChristianity #historicalnoblewomen #Honnō-jiIncident #JapaneseDaimyos #ChristianconvertsinJapan #Japanesehistory #Samurai

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Explore the legendary tale of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the fearless samurai and master strategist, who rose to power in Japan's tumultuous Sengoku period. Follow his journey from the bloodstained dawn of Japan's 16th & early 17th century through the savage claws of war, navigating the dangerous webs of power and politics. This captivating story brings to life the dawn of the Shogunate and the legacy of one of Japan's most influential figures.

00:00:00: Introduction
00:00:54: Early Life
00:06:49: The Path of the Warrior
00:18:02: Rise to Power
00:22:17: Battle of Sekigahara
00:26:14: Death & Legacy

#history #shogun #tokugawa #tokugawaieyasu #samurai #japan #japanesehistory #sengokuperiod #warrior #battleofsekigahara

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Discover the incredible journey of William Adams, an English sailor who became one of the first Western samurai in Japanese history. Explore his life of tragedy, transformation, and cultural exchange during the Elizabethan era, an age of exploration and economic prosperity. Learn how Adams' story intersects with historical figures like Francis Drake and delves into the fascinating world of privateering, trans-Atlantic trade, and samurai culture.

00:00: William Adams
01:00: Early Life
02:02: Life as a Privateer
04:25: Arrival in Japan
08:29: The Birth of a Samurai

#history #samurai #WilliamAdams #shogun #Japan #sailor #Englishsamurai #England #JohnBlackthorne #Elizabethanera #exploration #culturalexchange

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Join us as we delve into the mysterious and untimely deaths of four English monarchs. Discover how King Edward the Martyr, King Harold Harefoot, King Harthacanute, and King William Rufus each met their tragic ends under suspicious circumstances. From deadly poisons to hidden daggers, the shadows of history continue to obscure the identities of their assassins. Explore the enigmatic tales of regicide that have shaped English history.

00:00: The Life and Murder of King Edward the Martyr
11:27: The Life and Death of King Harold Harefoot
17:52: The Life and Poisoning of King Harthacanute
22:51: The Life and Assassination of King William Rufus

#history #Englishhistory #monarchs #regicide #murdermystery #KingEdwardtheMartyr #KingHaroldHarefoot #KingHarthacanute #KingWilliamRufus #medievalhistory #assassination #untimelydeaths #historicalcrimes

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Dive into the enthralling stories of notable Anglo Saxon queens including Judith of Flanders, Queen Edith of Wessex, Ælfthryth Queen Consort of the English, and Æthelflæd Queen of the Mercians. Discover the dramatic and often shocking events that marked their reigns and legacies.

00:00:00: Judith of Flanders
00:10:40: Æthelflæd Queen of the Mercians
00:19:07: Ælfthryth Queen Consort of the English
00:27:01: Edith of Wessex

#history #englishhistory #anglosaxonqueens #judithofflanders #edithofwessex #Æthelflæd #aethelflaed #Ælfthryth #medievalhistory #royalhistory #queen #queens

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Dive into the legendary lives of England's first ancient kings: Alfred the Great, Edward the Elder, and Æthelstan. Discover how these remarkable rulers unified England's divided kingdoms of Mercia, Wessex, Northumbria, and East Anglia. Uncover the conflicts with Viking invaders led by the sons of Ragnar Lodbrok, and follow the valorous journeys of these kings as they shaped England's history over three generations. From military conquests to political triumphs, this episode provides a gripping narrative of England's path to unification.

00:00:00: Introduction - Alfred the Great
00:01:26: Chapter 1 - The Last Born Son
00:08:12: Chapter 2 - The Threat of the Great Heathen Army
00:12:07: Chapter 3 - Æthelred the Warrior King
00:16:14: Chapter 4 - Alfred Ascends to the Throne
00:18:11: Chapter 5 - The Fall of Wessex
00:22:58: Chapter 6 - The Fate of England
00:26:58: Chapter 7 - Alfred's Legacy
00:33:25: Introduction - Edward the Elder
00:33:56: Chapter 1 - Ancestry & Early Life
00:38:07: Chapter 2 - Æthelwold's Revolt
00:40:29: Chapter 3 - Ancient Kingdoms Fall
00:44:38: Introduction - Æthelstan
00:45:25: Chapter 1 - The Fight for the Throne
00:47:30: Chapter 2 - The Conquest of Northumbria
00:52:04: Chapter 3 - The Invasion of Scotland
00:54:58: Chapter 4 - The Battle of Brunanburh
01:00:40: Chapter 5 - The Kings of England

#AlfredtheGreat #KingEdwardtheElder #Æthelstan #unificationofEngland #Vikinginvasion #GreatHeathenArmy #Mercia #Wessex #Northumbria #EastAnglia #BattleofBrunanburh #Englandhistory #Vikinghistory #earlyEnglishkings

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Explore the fascinating history of the Sutton Hoo Helmet. Uncover the legends behind its intricate inscriptions and the stories of the often-overlooked people from the era it was worn. Delve into the symbolism and the historical figures like King Rædwald of East Anglia associated with this extraordinary artifact.

00:00: The Unearthing of the Sutton Hoo Helmet
03:39: The Dancing Warrior Inscription
06:08: The Rider and Fallen Warrior Inscription
08:15: Further Symbolism of the Helmet
09:27: King Rædwald of East Anglia
16:51: Conclusion

#historyprofiles #SuttonHoo #helmet #SuttonHoohelmet #Rædwald #archeology #Britishhistory #Anglo-Saxon #Norsemythology #EastAnglia

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Journey into the mystical eleventh-century Uppland, Sweden, where Ulf of Borresta, a Viking warrior and runemaster, intertwined conquest with ancient wisdom. Learn about his raids with Skagul Toste and Thorkell the Tall, and his legacy with Canute the Great. Steeped in the runic traditions and epic battles, Ulf's story is a testament to the potent blend of heritage and heroism.

00:00: Introduction - A Runemaster
03:12: Chapter 1 - Early Life & First Raid with Skagul Toste
06:21: Chapter 2 - Ulf's Raid With the Jomsvikings
11:02: Chapter 3 - Ulf's Raid With Thorkell the Tall
14:57: Chapter 4 - Ulf's Legacy

#historyprofiles #history #vikinghistory #runes #runemaster #norsemythology #norsehistory #germanic #ulfofborresta #vikingwarriors #thorkell #canute #edmundironside #aethelredtheunready

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Explore the riveting life of Ragnar Lodbrok, the legendary Viking leader, as depicted by various historical sources. This episode delves into his epic battles, his unique moniker 'Shaggy Breeches,' his relationship with the seer Aslaug, his formidable reign as a warlord, his daring raid on Paris, and his dramatic end.

00:00: Introduction
00:51: Chapter 1 - Ragnar Goes to War
03:27: Chapter 2 - Ragnar Shaggy Breeches
05:12: Chapter 3 - Aslaug the Seer
09:12: Chapter 4 - A Viking Warlord
14:12: Chapter 5 - Ragnar Raids Paris
17:12: Chapter 6 - Ragnar's Death

#RagnarLodbrok #Vikings #Vikinghistory #Ragnar #ShaggyBreeches #Aslaug #VikingWarlord #Parisraid #Ragnar’sdeath #history #medieval

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Explore the life and legend of Achilles, the unparalleled warrior of ancient Greek mythology. From his divine birth to his pivotal role in the Trojan War, delve into the tapestry of his storied existence. Discover the celestial influences, epic battles, and enduring legacy of a hero whose glory transcended the ages.

00:00:00: Introduction - Achilles: The Unyielding Fury
00:01:27: Chapter 1 - The Chosen One
00:04:02: Chapter 2 - The Trojan War Beckons
00:05:38: Chapter 3 - The Wrath of Achilles
00:09:11: Chapter 4 - Prince Hector, The Champion of Troy
00:14:10: Chapter 5 - Achilles Duels the Demi God Memnon
00:17:42: Chapter 6 - The Tragic Turn
00:19:00: Chapter 7 - Legacy

#achilles #greatestwarrior #greekmythology #trojanwar #zeus #poseidon #thetis #peleus #myrmidons #ancientgreece #hero #martialprowess #divinewrath #princehector #memnon #tragedy #legacy

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