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Extra History: The Thirty Years' War

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Dive into a comprehensive video series exploring the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that began as a local rebellion in Prague and escalated into a devastating European-wide war. Learn about the four horsemen of the apocalypse - Conquest, War, Famine, and Death - as they relate to this tumultuous period in history. Discover how the war engulfed the Holy Roman Empire and much of Europe, leaving destruction in its wake. Follow the progression of events from the initial uprising to the final attempts at containing the conflict. Gain insights into the historical inaccuracies and misconceptions surrounding the war through a dedicated "LIES" episode. Conclude with a musical tribute commemorating the war's end on May 15, 1648.

Syllabus

Thirty Years' War - Conquest - Extra History - #1.
Thirty Years War - The 2nd Horseman - Extra History - #2.
Thirty Years War - Famine - Extra History - #3.
Thirty Years War - Death - Extra History - #4.
Thirty Years War - Chaining the Dragon - Extra History - #5.
Thirty Years' War - LIES - Extra History.
♫ May 15, 1648 - Thirty Years' War - Extra History Music.

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