Whine about History.

A brief analysis of the 1960 novel, Butchers Crossing by John Williams. I examine the historical accuracy and over plot. I do not spoil the later half of the novel.

The Battle that nearly finished Rome and changed the world.

When King Athelstan defeated joint forces of scots and vikings, it became known as the Battle of Brunaburgh. A poem was commented for the victory. This is a translation of that Anglo Saxon Poem. We hope you enjoy it! 

more details about the battle https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofBritain/Battle-of-Brunanburh/

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What ancient warfare may have looked like : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmaYtNW_wR8

A quality summary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faSrRHw6eZ8

In this episode we cover the an introduction to the bronze age. The technology changes, rise of civilizations, and how human nature can be found in every period. 

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The Amarna letters: https://www.ancient.eu/Amarna_Letters/

The Stone age was far more interesting than cavemen banging away with rocks, its was miraculous progression of stone tools becoming more sophisticated with spread of humanity. We will look at each period in turn and it's impact on our existence. 

Today We are drinking Cruz Alta 

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The Second Great Awakening was a religious movement that swept throughout the US in the late 18th and 19th century. It promoted a different less elitist christianity. It promoted personal choice, equality, and even freedom. These values led to the end of slavery, the women's vote and the temperance movement.

Sobutai was the son of black smith, who joined Genghis Khans army at a young age. It was his advise and foresight, that allowed the Mongol Empire to grow into the greatest land empire ever to exist!

Harald Hardrada rose from the exiled brother of a defeated king to Conquering hero to commander of an elite mercenary company, until becoming a King Himself!