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Downstream: Everything We’re Told About the History of the West Is Wrong w/ Josephine Quinn

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Lessons from History's Tyrants

This chapter examines the legacies of Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, and Hitler, debating the moral implications of their historical actions. It discusses the brutal realities of Caesar's conquests, the shifting loyalties in the Roman military, and the parallels between ancient Rome and contemporary political crises in the United States. The conversation emphasizes the importance of learning from historical patterns, urging critical reflection on modern leadership inspired by past empires.

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