Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast

A blind man tries to charge a line of English longbowmen. It ends exactly like you think it does. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: https://www.historyextra.com/period/plantagenet/what-happened-battle-crecy-edward-iii-hundred-years-war-victory-why/ Andrew Ayton. The Battle of Crécy, 1346 Andrew Ayton. The Battle of Crécy: Context and Significance https://www.historytoday.com/archive/edward-iii-and-battle-cr%C3%A9cy https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/death-by-longbow/ https://www.wired.com/2009/08/0826crecy-cannon/

The podcast delves into Chinese history, rebel attacks in Shanghai, desperation and chaos in the Taiping Rebellion, discussing strategic food supply importance in a fortress, brutality escalation, modern marijuana potency, the downfall of key figures, and managing listener complaints

The podcast discusses the brutal tactics used in the Taiping Rebellion, power struggles among rebel leaders, challenges in pronouncing Chinese names, immaculate conception beliefs, struggles of an opium-addicted official, and chaotic power dynamics within the rebellion. Foreign interactions, involvement of Western traders, and the appointment of foreign commanders are also highlighted.

Exploring the bizarre gunpowder ingredients used by rebels in the Taiping Rebellion, brutal working conditions in a dog blood factory, unconventional tactics like bribing pirates for protection, and the rebel leader's evolution into a police state ruler.

A failed civil service exam leads to the deadliest civil war in China, exploring the syncretism of Taiping Christianity, the rise and fall of the Manchu Dynasty, the divine visionary Hong Zhuquan, and the violent origins of the Taiping Rebellion.

Crassus attempts to go to war to build his own resume. He ignores everyone's advice and marches his legions into the most predictable defeat on earth. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Plutarch. Crassus. Mary T. Boatwright. The Romans: From Village to Empire Roman-Persian Wars: The Battle of Carrhae

A sex worker turned pirate queen builds a more powerful navy than the entire navy of China. Support the show! https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Murray, Dian H. Pirates of the South China Coast, 1790-1810 https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/ching-shih-chinese-female-pirate

In a dramatic retelling, the hosts explore the disastrous Battle of Hattin, highlighting the Crusaders’ critical error of neglecting their water needs. They unravel the political intrigue within Jerusalem's leadership and the strategic miscalculations of King Amalric. Saladin's cunning tactics, including psychological warfare and horse archer harassment, prove decisive. The harrowing march into the desert leads to a catastrophic rout for the Crusaders, altering the course of history and setting the stage for the fall of Jerusalem.

The hosts dive into the chaotic world of World War I, weaving humor through grim realities. They discuss military miscommunication, showcasing the blunders of Russian General Samsonov. Anecdotes about bicycle battalions add a layer of intrigue to historical warfare, revealing unexpected rescues. Personal experiences highlight the chaos of military life, contrasting combat challenges with the comforts of home. The episode wraps up with a look at the quirks of East Prussia's transformation and the absurdities of the Battle of Tannenberg.

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