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.
This episode discusses how Persian control gave Macedonia the stability to form a strong centralized state that would eventually become powerful enough to defeat the Persians. However, the Persian army became lax and Macedonia was able to tighten its control over neighboring areas.
Learn about the life and accomplishments of Cyrus the Great, from his humble beginnings to building an empire that stretched across modern-day Pakistan to the Mediterranean, and his efforts to organize and make it last beyond his lifetime.
Western officials and analysts suggest that the failed attempt of the Russian military to set up temporary pontoon bridges shows the pressure they are under to make progress in their invasion attempts. Additionally, the embedded military bloggers and propagandists show initial coverage of Russian heroism, which has been obstructed by the Ukrainian attack.
In this episode, Mike Duncan talks about the Battle of the Arar, where Julius Caesar fought the forces of the Germanic king Ariovistus. It was a clash where intricate military strategies proved to be crucial in securing victory.
The podcast discusses the role of daisy cutter bombs in war, specifically in relation to a particular operation that involved using them to mark a hole in the first defensive belt, and the controversy surrounding their use.