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3. The Mayan Collapse - Ruins Among the Trees

Fall of Civilizations Podcast

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Warfare and Rivalry in Ancient Maya

This chapter examines the ceremonial and symbolic nature of warfare in Mayan civilization, focusing on the contrasting Axe Wars and Star Wars. Through the lens of King Double Bird's conflict with Karakol, it highlights the fierce rivalries and destruction that shaped the fate of Tikal and its cultural identity.

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