History & War

19/07/2025

In 409 BC, the ancient city of Selinus faced the fury of Carthage.
A powerful Punic army, led by Hannibal Mago, launched a brutal siege that would become one of the bloodiest chapters in Sicilian history. This is the forgotten story of how a proud Greek city stood its ground against overwhelming odds—a tale of betrayal, vengeance, and resistance.

Why did Carthage return to Sicily after decades of peace? And how did Selinus fall?
Join us as we uncover the events that led to the Battle of Selinus (409 BC)—from simmering rivalries and diplomatic failures to the arrival of a Carthaginian invasion force. Learn how past wounds from the Battle of Himera shaped the motivations of Hannibal Mago and how Segesta’s desperation changed the course of Sicilian politics forever. 🔔 Subscribe for more epic ancient and medieval battle history every week!
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12/07/2025

Welcome back, history enthusiasts! In this episode, we dive into the dramatic climax of Rome’s late fourth-century civil war—the Battle of Poetovio, where Emperor Theodosius the First faced off against the ambitious usurper Magnus Maximus.

After seizing control of the western provinces and executing Emperor Gratian, Maximus appeared unstoppable. But when he invaded Italy and drove young Valentinian the Second and his mother into exile, Theodosius took a stand to restore imperial unity.

Watch as we explore:

The rise and fall of Magnus Maximus ☠️

The political chaos after Gratian’s death 🏛️

The strategic build-up to battle across Illyricum and Pannonia 🛡️

The fierce cavalry clash at the River Sava

The full-scale showdown at Poetovio 🏹

The ex*****on of Maximus and the restoration of the Western Empire

With rich detail, cinematic storytelling, and historical accuracy, this video tells the story of how Theodosius the Great saved Rome in one of the most pivotal battles of the late Empire.

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Timestamps
00:00 A World Divided
01:07 The Rise of Gratian
02:06 The Usurper Emerges: Magnus Maximus
02:59 The Battle for Gaul: Paris in Turmoil
04:15 The Death of an Emperor
04:46 A Fragile Peace: Maximus’ Dominion
06:14 Brewing Storms: Tensions in East and West
06:51 The March on Italy: Maximus’ Bold Move
07:32 Flight to the East: Refuge and Alliance
08:14 Theodosius’ Dilemma and Marriage Alliance
09:08 Preparing for War: Diplomacy and Strategy
12:08 Armies Assembled: Forces West
13:12 The Two-Pronged Strategy
14:46 Securing Sicily: A Naval Victory
16:17 Clash at the River Sava
18:25 Battle of Poetovio: Breaking the Usurper’s Back
21:59 Restoration and Reprisal

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05/07/2025

Dive into the epic story of the Marcomannic War — a brutal and often overlooked conflict that tested the very foundations of the Roman Empire. From the icy Danube frontier to the desperate campaigns of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, witness Rome’s fierce struggle against the invading Germanic and Sarmatian tribes between AD 166 and 180.

Learn how this war nearly shattered the Empire’s northern defenses, reshaped military policy, and forged the legacy of a philosopher-emperor.

🔥 Chapters include: barbarian invasions, Roman counterattacks, the Antonine Plague, and the dramatic peace treaties that followed. Mod- Divide Et Impera
Timestamps
00:00 The Marcomannic Wars: Crisis on the Danube
01:17 Barbarian Migration and the Storm from the North
02:27 A Frontier Under Pressure
03:53 War in the East: Death Marches with the Legions
05:39 First Breach
06:28 The Langobardi and Obii Invasion
07:36 Ballomarius and the Illusion of Peace
08:41 The Emperors March North
09:52 The Death of Lucius Verus
11:01 War on Two Fronts
12:22 The Battle of Carnuntum: Rome’s Catastrophic Defeat
14:02 Rome’s Darkest Hour: Plague, Famine, and Desperation
16:02 Rome Strikes Back
17:56 A Heavy Price: The Defeat in Bohemia
19:10 Horsemen of the Steppes: The Iazyges Join the War
20:35 The Thunderbolt Emperor: Faith, Fear, and Propaganda
23:24 The Sarmatian War Begins: Steel Against Steppe
24:19 Ariogaesus and the Quadi Revolt
25:04 The Battle on the Frozen Danube
26:28 The Rain Miracle: When the Gods Answered Rome
29:28 Attrition and Submission: The Quadi Collapse
30:25 War Without Mercy
31:23 Interrupted Victory: Avidius Cassius and the Eastern Crisis
32:34 The Storm Subsides… For Now
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28/06/2025

Step into the ancient world and witness the rise of one of Rome’s most mysterious and battle-hardened legions — Legio IX Hispana. In this first episode, we follow the 9th Legion from its debated origins during the Social War to its legendary service under Julius Caesar during the Gallic Wars and the brutal Roman Civil War.

⚔️ Battles Covered in Part 1:

The Siege of Asculum (89 BC)

The Helvetii Campaign & Battle of Bibracte (58 BC)

The Battle of the Sambre (57 BC)

Caesar’s Invasion of Britain (54 BC)

The Siege of Alesia (52 BC)

The Battles of Ilerda, Dyrrhachium & Pharsalus (49–48 BC)

The Battle of Thapsus (46 BC)

🔥 Follow the 9th Legion as they fight under Julius Caesar, earn glory in Gaul, and face the chaos of civil war — forging a legacy of loyalty, discipline, and unmatched valor.

21/06/2025

Dive into a forgotten chapter of Ancient Chinese history – the Great Qiang Rebellion (AD 107–118). This video uncovers the brutal and protracted uprising that shook the mighty Han Dynasty to its core, revealing a period of imperial decline and fierce frontier resistance.

In AD 107, as corruption festered in the Han court and its grip weakened, the Qiang tribes of the western frontier, burdened by heavy taxes and military abuse, finally rose up. Led by figures like Dianlian, these proud semi-nomadic herders fought not just for land, but for dignity and autonomy against an empire struggling to maintain control.

Witness the early chaos of the rebellion, the Han's initial military failures under commanders like Deng Zhi, and the strategic shifts that ultimately turned the tide. From the Qiang's desperate early battles with makeshift weapons to the Han's innovative use of light cavalry and targeted assassinations (like those of Du Qi, Du Jigong, and Lianchang), discover the tactics and betrayals that defined this decade-long conflict.

Explore the turning points, including the deaths of key rebel leaders and the strategic campaigns led by Han generals like Ren Shang and Ma Xian. While the Han eventually reasserted control, the Great Qiang Rebellion exposed the empire's military weaknesses, drained its treasury (over 24 billion cash!), and left vast areas desolate.

This is more than just a military history; it's a profound story of survival, resistance, and betrayal on the edge of a crumbling empire. Understand the lasting impact on the Han Dynasty and the enduring spirit of the Qiang people.
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14/06/2025

Discover the untold story of the Great Qiang Rebellion (AD 107–118), a fierce and bloody uprising that tested the limits of the mighty Han Dynasty.
In this documentary-style video, we explore the origins of the Qiang people, their struggle against imperial oppression, and the brutal military campaigns that followed. From the mountain strongholds of the western frontier to the strategic responses of the Han generals, this is a tale of resistance, reprisal, and survival.

Whether you're a fan of Chinese history, military strategy, or ancient rebellions, this video offers a deep dive into one of the most overlooked conflicts of early imperial China.
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07/06/2025

The year is 1073 AD. Just two years after the catastrophic defeat at Manzikert, the Byzantine Empire finds itself vulnerable, fractured, and under siege. Into this power vacuum rides the Seljuk Turks—swift, relentless, and devastating. In the heart of Anatolia, near the ancient city of Caesarea, an imperial army marches to reclaim lost ground... only to walk into a deadly ambush that would echo through the corridors of history.

This is the forgotten story of the Battle of Caesarea, where betrayal, ambition, and miscalculation collided under the moonlit skies of Asia Minor. Witness the heroic stand of Isaac Komnenos, the harrowing escape of young Alexios Komnenos, and the relentless rise of the Seljuk war machine that would change the face of the Byzantine East forever.
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31/05/2025

Legio I Adiutrix was born in chaos—raised by Emperor Nero in AD 68 from the ranks of Roman marines. This elite legion first emerged during the Year of the Four Emperors, when Galba initially refused to grant them a standard. But just before his death, he awarded them the eagle, securing their status as a true Roman legion. They fought for Otho at the First Battle of Bedriacum, were defeated, and later pledged loyalty to Vespasian—emerging on the winning side of Rome’s brutal civil war.

From crushing the Batavian Revolt to clashing with the Chatti under Domitian, from the bloody Dacian Wars under Trajan to campaigns in Parthia with Lucius Verus, the Adiutrix carved its legacy across the empire’s frontiers. At the Battle of Tapae and during the Marcomannic Wars, they proved again and again why they earned the title Pia Fidelis—“Loyal and Faithful.”

This documentary covers the full history of Legio I Adiutrix—from its creation in Nero’s reign to its later service during the Reign of the Five Emperors. Discover the battles, the emperors, and the enduring loyalty of one of Rome’s most battle-hardened legions.
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24/05/2025

Welcome to another epic deep dive into the ancient world. In this episode, we take you back to the autumn of 57 BC, as Julius Caesar's legions close in on the formidable hilltop fortress of the Atuatuci—the last stronghold standing in the way of Roman domination in Belgica.

Fresh from his victory at the Battle of the Sabis, Caesar now faces a tribe descended from the fierce Cimbri and Teutoni—warriors who believe their stronghold is invincible. But what follows is a textbook example of Roman siege warfare: strategic encirclement, relentless engineering, and psychological pressure brought to bear against a proud and defiant enemy.

Discover:

How Caesar’s legions constructed a massive circumvallation and siege works

The brutal tactics of guerrilla resistance and the Roman countermeasures

The dramatic surrender, the Atuatuci’s treacherous night assault, and the bloody aftermath

What this siege meant for the wider Gallic Wars and Roman imperial ambition

Through vivid storytelling and historical accuracy, this video brings the Siege of Atuatuci to life—revealing not just the clash of arms, but the clash of cultures, wills, and strategies in one of Caesar’s most fascinating campaigns.
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17/05/2025

Discover the dramatic story of the Battle of Mount Gaurus (343 BC)—Rome’s first major confrontation with the Samnites and a decisive victory that marked the beginning of the First Samnite War. Led by the legendary Marcus Valerius Corvus, the Roman Republic proved its growing military strength in a fierce clash near Mount Gaurus, setting the stage for centuries of Roman expansion across the Italian peninsula.

In this episode, we explore:

The causes of the First Samnite War

Political background, and historical interpretations from ancient and modern sources.

How Marcus Valerius Corvus inspired Roman forces

The legacy of Rome’s first great victory against the Samnites

Whether you're a fan of ancient Roman warfare, military history, or the Samnite Wars, this video brings the battle to life with detailed narration, historical analysis, and engaging visuals.
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10/05/2025