Flash Point History

Abd Al Rahman III comes to the scene and brings Al Andalus back from the brink. His successes usher in a period of prosperity that unfortunately is short lived. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhistory@gmail.com Follow along on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Engage on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx YouTube Video Accompaniment: Coming Soon! Thank you to those who contributed music !! Karunesh http://www.karuneshmusic.com Global Spirit TAW 60342 (p) 2000 Oreade Music (p) © 2000 Karunesh Music © 2008 Global Spirit Music (Publishing) Colors of the East KM006 Oreade Music (p) © 2012 Karunesh Music © 2012 Global Spirit Music (Publishing) Sun Within KM007 Oreade Music (p) © 2016 Karunesh Music all rights reserved © 2016 Global Spirit Music (Publishing) Paul Avgerinos http://www.roundskymusic.com and from http://www.purple-planet.com Foreign Land - Jingle Punks Shesh Pesh - JR TUNDRA The work of Kevin Macleod: Cambodian Odessy Desert City Arabian Nightfall Meditation Impromptu Cambodian Odessy Darkening Developments Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100385 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

The Song of Roland is an 11th Century Epic Poem Based on a late 8th century event. While the history not exact, the poem is a window into 11th century Christian thought and a foreshadowing of the emerging Crusader movement. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhistory@gmail.com Follow along on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Engage on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx YouTube Video Accompaniment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwdIJ01meiI&t=25s Thank you to those who contributed music !! Paul Avgerinos http://www.roundskymusic.com and from http://www.purple-planet.com https://musopen.org Moonlight Sonata - Beethoven The work of Kevin Macleod: Folk Round Desert City Arabian Knights Angevin 70 Meditation Impromptu Cambodian Odessy Darkening Developments Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100385 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

After the fall of the Umayyad Caliphate, one of its few surviving members escapes from Syria and arrives in Spain. His name is Abd Al-Rahman I and through his resourcefulness, establishes a Dynasty that leaves its mark on world history. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhistory@gmail.com Follow along on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Engage on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx YouTube Video Accompaniment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZgA_WLxkzk&feature=youtu.be Thank you to those who contributed music !! Paul Avgerinos http://www.roundskymusic.com Andy from https://www.shutupandplay.ca and from http://www.purple-planet.com

The Moors invade Spain in what will be a lightning affair. They are soon poised to attack France. But as the Islamic Expansion continues, it begins to face serious threats both domestic and foreign. Contribute on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave some feedback: flashpointhistory@gmail.com Follow along on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Engage on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx YouTube Video Accompaniment: Coming Soon!

Arabian armies, flush with victory over the Byzantine and Persian Empires, now push west into North Africa. By 709, the Caliphate has expanded from the Indus to the Atlantic and only the Strait of Gibraltar stands in the path of the conquest of Spain. Contribute on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Leave feedback: flashpointhistory@gmail.com Engage on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Like the music? https://www.shutupandplay.ca Video Podcast: Available Soon!

Our journey begins with the rise of Islam. Despite incredible hardships, that at times nearly lead to extinction, the Arabian people unite and bring a new religion and community to the world stage. Contribute to the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx Follow along on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ Music by Paul Avgerinos: http://www.roundskymusic.com Video Podcast Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdqFW8RWfQk&t=1005s

Explore alternative scenarios in the Punic Wars, including a hypothetical alliance between Rome and Carthage. Discover the potential outcomes if Hannibal marched on Rome after the Battle of Cannae and gained the ability to siege Roman cities. Delve into the role of engineer and mathematician Archimedes during the war. Reflect on the impact of the Byzantine Empire, the survival of Carthage, and the influence of the Romans on Western civilization.

The Battle of Zama decides the fate of Carthage, Scipio and Hannibal face challenges from within, Rome's expansion and tactics in various regions, Senate's political attacks, Hannibal's political career and exile, the siege of Carthage, dangers of single person rule, and gratitude towards the listeners.

The podcast explores the strategic decisions of the Carthaginians and the significance of the Battle of Cannae for Rome. It discusses a meeting between Scipio and Hannibal, strategic moves in Illyria, power struggles in Syracuse, Archimedes' weapons, the Siege of Syracuse, the Battle of Ibera, and Hannibal's strategy and the arrival of Hasdrubal.

Hannibal Barca brings Carthaginian vengeance to Rome in a spectacular military campaign. The siege of Saguntum sets off the Second Punic War, showcasing Hannibal's strategic plan for invading Italy. The Battle of Trasimene highlights Hannibal's destructive military strategies, resulting in a slaughter of the Romans. Hannibal's escape from the Volturnus Valley showcases his cunning and nearly annihilates the Roman army. The aftermath of the Battle of Cannae reveals the realization that matching Hannibal's tactical ability is the key to defeating him.