The #AskAbhijit Show #AskAbhijit 282: American Revolution, Sharada Peeth, Ten Kings, Greek "Democracy", Cleopatra, Caesar
Aug 31, 2025
This discussion unpacks the vital French support instrumental in the American Revolution, highlighting its impact on independence. It also examines the intriguing dynamics of World War II, including the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. The conversation navigates through the enigmatic timeline of Zarathustra and the exploitation of India during British rule. Debunking myths, Athenian democracy's exclusions are revealed, while connections between ancient Indian and Egyptian kings offer fresh perspectives. Finally, it reflects on the legacies of legendary figures like Genghis Khan and Julius Caesar.
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French Help Was Decisive In American Independence
- Abhijit argues the American colonies couldn't have won independence without decisive French military, naval, financial, and diplomatic support.
- French intervention forced Britain to fight globally and overstretch, enabling the American victory.
Shardā Peeth: A Lost Seat Of Learning
- Sharda Peeth was an ancient Kashmiri university with a major library and the Sharda script linked to Sanskrit.
- Most records were destroyed and few dedicated books exist, so knowledge is fragmented across papers and mentions.
Indus Seals Signal Long-Distance Trade
- Indus seals found in Mesopotamia reflect extensive direct trade and cultural exchange across the Arabian Sea and Gulf.
- Seals likely served as trading house marks and attest to Indian goods and peoples reaching Mesopotamia.
