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Show 71 - Mania for Subjugation

Dan Carlin's Hardcore History

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The Complex Legacy of Olympias

This chapter explores the historical figure of Olympias, examining contrasting interpretations of her character from ancient to modern times. It highlights her tumultuous relationship with Philip II, her involvement in religious cults, and the impact of these dynamics on the legacies of both Philip and Alexander the Great.

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