The British History Podcast

82 – War. What Is It Good For?

Apr 2, 2013
The podcast delves into the power struggle between Wessex and Kent in the year 586, discusses various interpretations of war throughout history, explores motives behind Athelbert's invasion, examines the treatment of prisoners of war in ancient cultures, and speculates on the objectives of the upcoming battle between Chalin and Atholbert.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
War: Defining the Inconclusive
02:17 • 14min
3
Possible Reasons for Athelbert's Invasion and the Aftermath
15:47 • 2min
4
Ancient Cultures and Prisoners of War
17:21 • 5min
5
Exploring the Objectives of the Battle
22:28 • 2min