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Who Did What
By Who Did WhatHistory
Who Did What episodes
- Encore: Why Salamis Saved the Greek WorldIn this episode, we trace the chain reaction set off by the Greek victory. We examine how preventing Persian dominance preserved Greek political and cultural growth.
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5 min - Encore: How Leningrad Survived 900 Days of StarvationIn this episode, we explore the harrowing tale of how Leningrad endured nearly three years of relentless siege and starvation during World War II. Join me as we uncover the resilience and ingenuity of its citizens in the face of unimaginable hardship.
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7 min - Encore: El Alamein: How the Desert War Turned Against RommelIn this episode, we explore the pivotal battle of El Alamein and how it marked a significant shift in the North African campaign during World War II. We discuss the strategic implications of the battle and how it ultimately turned the tide against General Rommel's forces.
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7 min - Encore: Vietnam: How a Guerrilla War Became a Superpower ShowdownIn this episode, we explore how the conflict in Vietnam, originally a struggle for independence fought by guerrilla tactics, escalated into a major proxy war between global superpowers. We analyze the key events and decisions that transformed a regional conflict into a focal point of the Cold War.
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13 min - Encore: The Viking Who Nearly Took EnglandIn this episode, we analyze how close Hardrada came to success. We map out the moments that shifted the campaign against him.
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6 min - Encore: The Long Escape After WWII
In this episode, we explain how the Nazi escape continued long after the war ended. In this episode, we break down the slow response that enabled it.
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4 min - Encore: Battle of Tours: Martel Stops the AdvanceIn this episode, we review how the Frankish defense succeeded under immense pressure. We explore why this event became a symbol of resistance.
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5 min - Encore: How the Soviets Crushed Germany’s Tanks at KurskIn this episode, we explore the strategic maneuvers and tactics employed by the Soviets that led to crushing victories against German tanks during the Battle of Kursk. We examine the significance of this pivotal moment in World War II and its impact on the Eastern Front.
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7 min - Encore: Mongols End Baghdad’s Cultural PeakIn this episode, we discuss the blow dealt to centuries of scholarship and progress. In this episode, we explain how the city was overwhelmed.
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6 min - Encore: Templar Ascension and Sudden FallIn this episode, we trace the Templars’ rapid growth across Europe and the Holy Land. We also examine the coordinated effort that led to their downfall.
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About Who Did What
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Forget dry dates and dusty textbooks. We dive into the messy, chaotic, and often hilarious side of the past. This isn't about the "Great Men" of history; it’s a deep dive into scandal, overlooked…
people, and the bizarre events traditional classes skip.From royal mistakes to unhinged dictators, we unpacks the weirdest biographies with sharp wit and sociological insight. We answer the question of who did what now available in audio format. It’s a weekly dose of historical tea-spilling that proves the past was just as unhinged as the present.
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