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Changes in Cavalry over 150 Years
4:02:14 - 4:11:55 (09:41)
The tactics of cavalry have changed over the past 150 years, with counterparts now being more equally matched, unlike in the Greek wars 150 years prior where Persians and Macedonians faced off unequally.
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This episode delves into the historical perspectives on the ancient Greeks and Persians, including the role of literary devices in historical accounts.
4:02:14 - 4:06:17 (04:03)
Summary
This episode delves into the historical perspectives on the ancient Greeks and Persians, including the role of literary devices in historical accounts. The hosts also discuss the dangers of judging ancient cultures by modern standards.
ChapterChanges in Cavalry over 150 Years
EpisodeShow 58 - Kings of Kings III
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
An exploration of the changes in cavalry during ancient wars, particularly the Greek war with the Persians and how it evolved over 150 years.
4:06:18 - 4:09:44 (03:25)
Summary
An exploration of the changes in cavalry during ancient wars, particularly the Greek war with the Persians and how it evolved over 150 years. The article delves into the debate on how cavalry had changed and how it was used in battles to break up formations of heavy infantry.
ChapterChanges in Cavalry over 150 Years
EpisodeShow 58 - Kings of Kings III
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
During a battle, Alexander the Great was nearly struck by a Persian soldier until his friend saved him, and he then continued to fight and defeat the Persian army, including Mithridates, a son-in-law of Darius the Great King.
4:09:44 - 4:11:55 (02:11)
Summary
During a battle, Alexander the Great was nearly struck by a Persian soldier until his friend saved him, and he then continued to fight and defeat the Persian army, including Mithridates, a son-in-law of Darius the Great King.