The Rest Is History 22. Weird Wars
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Feb 11, 2021 Dive into the quirkiest conflicts in history! From the absurd War of Jenkins' Ear to the laughable Emu War, explore the strange but true tales of warfare. Discover how battles were driven by bizarre motivations and examine the peculiarities behind lesser-known wars. The hosts serve a mix of humor and insight as they unwrap these odd narratives, demonstrating the complexities of military history and its often absurd nature. Prepare for a fascinating journey through the oddities of war!
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First Sacred War
- In 590 BC, Greek cities fought the First Sacred War against Kirrha, Delphi's port city.
- They poisoned Kirrha's water supply with hellebore after cutting it off, devastating the surrounding lands for centuries.
War of Canudos
- The War of Canudos in 1896-7 Brazil saw a prophet, Antonio Conselheiro, lead a community awaiting King Sebastian's return.
- The Brazilian military, viewing them as backward, crushed the community, killing about 25,000 people.
Al-Kahina and the Umayyad Berber War
- During the Arab conquest of North Africa (690s-702 AD), Berber queen Dihya, or al-Kahina, resisted the Umayyad Caliphate.
- She, supposedly able to speak to birds, initially defeated the Arabs but was later killed in battle after her scorched-earth tactics alienated her people.
