Anthology Of Heroes History

"If the Germans want a war of extermination, they will get it!" - Joseph Stalin. In this gripping continuation of our Operation Barbarossa series, The Red Army rallies as the Wehrmacht's relentless march towards Moscow accelerates. With the Wehrmacht closing in on the Soviet capital, the USSR faces its last chance for survival. In the midst of the chaos, Stalin emerges from his depression, adornin...

"The world will hold its breath!" - Adolf Hitler. In this episode we delve into Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's audacious invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. The morning of June 22nd, 1941, witnessed four million men surging across the borders between the USSR and the German Reich, beginning the largest land invasion in world history. We explore the backstory of this invasion and uncover why it t...

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"A life of sin, cleansed by his final act" Join us for the conclusion of our two-part series on the 1566 Siege of Szigetvár, featuring Nikola Zrinski's renowned last stand. In this episode, we delve into the captivating backstory of Nikola Zrinski, also known as Nikola Šubić Zrinski or Zrínyi Miklós—a celebrated national hero in Croatia and Hungary. Explore his life's journey and the events leadin...

"The Battle That Saved The Civilization" In this series, we explore the 1566 Siege of Szigetvár, a crucial castle on the Hapsburg-Ottoman border. When the 71-year-old Ottoman Sultan, Suleiman the Magnificent, besieged Szigetvár, he didn't anticipate the fierce resistance. Led by Count Nikola Zrinski (also known as Zrínyi Miklós or Nikola Šubić Zrinski), the garrison was determined to defend their...

"Go tell the Spartans passerby, that here, obedient to our laws, we lie...." In this episode Mark and I continue our deep-dive into the epic Battle of Thermopylae (480BC). In the shadow of a dusty gorge in southern Greece, 300 valiant Spartan warriors, led by the indomitable King Leonidas, stood resolute, awaiting the impending battle against Xerxes and his gigantic army. Guided by Herodotus and o...

"Eat well Spartans for tonight we dine with Hades!" - King Leonidas I In this series I'm joined by Mark Pimenta, host of the Warlords Of History Podcast. Mark and I discuss the lead up to one of the most famous events in world history: The Battle of Thermopylae. In 480BC the outnumbered forces of Greece made their stand against the enormous army of Shah Xerses I and his Achaemenid Persian Empire....

Bonus episode from the podcast 'Cauldron - A Military History Podcast'. At the outset of the battle, several mailed horsemen rode up to the Viking lines. Tostig Godwinson moved up to hear what the Anglo Saxon riders had tot say. The leader of the men was his brother, King Harold, and he offered Tostig peace and his life. When Tostig asked what the King offered to his ally, Harald Hardcounsel, the...

"Woe! Woe to us Hungarians! What an evil age we have entered..." On August 29, 1526, the forces of Christendom clashed with the mighty Ottoman Empire, transcending the borders of Hungary and leaving an indelible mark on world history. Join us in this episode as we delve into the cataclysmic Battle of Mohács and explore its profound significance. This gripping episode unravels the causes of the bat...

"More was lost at Mohacs" - Hungarian proverb In this series we journey into the events leading up to the disastrous Battle of Mohacs in 1526. This pivotal battle forever altered the course of Hungarian and European history. It marked the collapse of Hungary and paved the way for the relentless advance of the Ottoman Empire into Central Europe. In this episode, we delve into the remarkable reigns...

"If we had a military division of these birds it would face any army in the world!" In this episode we explore one of the wackiest chapters in military history. In 1932, Australia declared war on its native bird, the emu. Veteran soldiers armed with machine guns and high hopes took to the battlefield, ready to take down these seemingly harmless birds. What followed was a series of strange battles...

'Last fight of the Crusaders' In this episode we witness the climax of an era: The Crusaders' "last stand" in the Holy Land. Journey back in time to the fortified city of Acre, where the Crusaders faced their final battle against the Mamluk Sultanate. Renowned author and historian, Roger Crowley, joins us, offering unparalleled insights into this monumental event. Uncover the intense siege unleash...

‘"Jews revolted ...Some escaped ... foreign guards dead. ...SEND HELP!" In this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of four survivors of the Sobibor Escape: Toivi Blatt, Sasha Perchersky, Schlomo Szmajzner, and Leon Felhendler. Following their daring escape from Sobibor, these four individuals encountered incredible obstacles as they battled for survival until the war's end. We'll unveil...

'They terrified at the impetus of the badly armed Jewish legions' This episode is Part 2 of our series on the Sobibor Escape. In this episode, we'll delve into the rebellion itself and the pivotal role played by Sasha Pechersky. Sasha was a Jewish Red Army soldier who had been captured and sent to Sobibor. He was instrumental in inspiring and organizing the prisoners to revolt against the Nazi reg...

'From the depths of my wounded heart was born a terrible wish for vengeance...' In this episode, we will delve into the lead up to one of the most significant acts of resistance during the Holocaust: The Sobibor Escape. Sobibor concentration camp was one of the most deadly extermination camps of the Nazi regime. More than 250,000 Jews were killed in its gas chambers in just 18 months. However, ami...

Bonus episode from the podcast 'History Daily'. July 1, 1863. Confederate troops engage with Union troops outside of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, setting off one of the bloodiest and most important battles of the American Civil War. History Daily can be found on all podcasting platforms, with more information on their website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Elliot sits down with James Waterson, author of "The Knights of Islam: The Wars of the Mamluks." James provides an in-depth look into the history of the Mamluk Sultanate, with a special focus on the reign of Sultan Baybars.  Baybars, who ruled from 1260 to 1277, was one of the most powerful and influential Mamluk sultans. He led the Mamluks to victory against the Mongols at the Bat...

'He would not give up as long he had a single charge of powder...' In this episode, we dive into the story of Abiaka, the Seminole warrior and chieftain who refused to be conquered.  With Osceola gone, Abiaka and Billy Bowlegs fought tirelessly against the US government's attempts to remove the Seminole people from their land, and their resistance inspired countless others to join the cause. Despi...

‘A man that with the feeblest means, produced the most terrible effects' Today we explore the rise and fall of Osceola, a charismatic and determined leader of the Seminole people Osceola's courage in his wars with the United States government was legendary, and his leadership during the Seminole Wars marked a turning point in the struggle for Native American sovereignty.  We also delve into his de...

‘Go count the bleeding scalps of your murdered countrymen, of all ages, of all sexes!’ In this episode, we delve into the shrouded history of the Seminole people, a tribe with roots in Florida dating back centuries. We will learn about how an obscure tribe became a symbol of resistance against the United States government and their attempts to force Native Americans to leave their land. We uncover...

“The Christians are doing what even the Turks never did!” In this episode, we explore the horrific aftermath of the 1527 Sack of Rome, one of the most devastating events in the city's history. As The Duke of Bourbon’s army fell upon Rome, we follow the perspective of of Pope Clement VII, who was Pope at the time of the Sack. We explore his role in the defense of the city (or lack thereof), and the...

“Hell was a more beautiful sight to behold.”  In this episode, we delve into the tumultuous events leading up to the 1527 Sack of Rome , "The 9/11 of the 16th Century". At the center of it all stands Charles III, The Duke of Bourbon, a powerful French nobleman with a reputation for being ambitious and insecure. We explore his motivations and actions as he betrays his King to join forces with the H...

That's a wrap for Season 4. New episodes coming in late Jan/early Feb 2023. Take our listener survey for the chance to win an Anthology Of Heroes hoody tinyurl.com/aohsurvey Sign up to our mailing list to be emailed when a new episode is released. https://www.anthologyofheroespodcast.com/ Chat history with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Nwj5bzPmyE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

“Could the fall of the Roman Empire have been avoided?” The story of the last days of the Western Roman Empire is a tale of two men: Emperor Majorian and his advisor, Ricimer. Majorian was a brave and determined leader who inherited a realm in chaos. He spent his reign fighting to restore the empire to its former glory. Ricimer, was a power-hungry opportunist who saw disorder as an opportunity to...

By the mid fifth century, The Roman Empire was a shadow of its former self. Decades of weak leadership had left the realm fragmented, broke and leaderless.   The world was moving on.…but not everyone was willing to accept it.   In an age of hedonistic Emperors and corrupt senators one man would crawl through the filth and rise to the top. In the realms final years he'd show the world that Rome sti...