The Rest Is History 89. Climate & Weather
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Aug 23, 2021 Dive into the fascinating relationship between climate and historical events! Discover how freezing conditions halted wars and political unrest surged during bad weather. Uncover the legend of Japan's typhoons that allegedly thwarted invasions, blending history and folklore. Explore the significant impacts of adverse weather on the French Revolution and military strategies in battles like Agincourt. Plus, enjoy humorous anecdotes and engaging stories that highlight how climate has shaped human civilization through the ages.
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Festival Weather
- Tom Holland's daughter debated attending a Sussex festival due to heavy rain, reminiscent of Passchendaele's mud.
- This sparked a discussion about weather's historical impact, differentiating between daily weather and long-term climate.
Climate vs. Weather
- Climate encompasses long-term changes over centuries and millennia, distinct from daily weather fluctuations.
- The current Ice Age, with ice on polar caps, has existed for 2.5 million years, unlike the ice-free period before.
Creswell Crags
- Tom Holland visited Creswell Crags, a ravine with caves containing Britain's only known cave art.
- This area, near a glacial wall, housed people who hunted and sheltered, showcasing weather's impact on early settlements.