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Early Modern Era Battles

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Overview

Explore significant battles and historical events of the Early Modern Era through a comprehensive series of documentaries. Delve into the Great Northern War with detailed accounts of pivotal battles such as Narva, Kliszow, Fraustadt, Poltava, and Gadebusch. Discover the German quest for El Dorado during the Age of Colonization and learn why Russian attempts to colonize the Americas failed. Witness the end of the Swedish Empire at the Battle of Gangut and examine other crucial conflicts like the Battle of Calugareni during the Long Turkish War and the Battle of Pavia in the Italian Wars. Gain insights into the Greek War of Independence and the often-overlooked role of female conquistadors in the conquest of the Americas. This extensive collection offers a deep dive into the military and colonial history of the Early Modern period, providing a rich understanding of the events that shaped the world from the 16th to the 18th centuries.

Syllabus

Battle of Narva 1700 - Great Northern War DOCUMENTARY.
Battle of Kliszow 1702 - Great Northern WAR DOCUMENTARY.
Battle of Fraustadt 1706 - Swedish Invasion of Poland DOCUMENTARY.
German Conquistadors: Search for El Dorado - Age of Colonization.
Battle of Poltava 1709 - Great Northern War DOCUMENTARY.
Battle of Gadebusch 1712 - Great Northern War DOCUMENTARY.
Why the Russian Colonization of the Americas Failed - DOCUMENTARY.
End of the Swedish Empire - Gangut 1714 - Great Northern War DOCUMENTARY.
Battle of Calugareni 1595 - Long Turkish War DOCUMENTARY.
Greek War of Independence: How It Started - Early Modern History.
How Female Conquistadors Conquered Americas - Age of Colonization.
Battle of Pavia 1525 - Italian Wars DOCUMENTARY.

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Kings and Generals

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