EVER WONDERED WHY THE ROMAN EMPIRE FELL? Find out in this podcast from British historian, Nick Holmes, as he tells the extraordinary story of Rome's decline and fall, and how its legacy is still central to the world we live in today. WANT A FREE EBOOK? Then head directly to Nick's website www.nickholmesauthor.com.
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A narrative history podcast taking you from the fall of the House of Hohenstaufen to the Golden Bull, which laid down the constitution of the Holy Roman empire with its Prince-electors, diets, courts and elaborate ceremonies. Episodes appear weekly and are 25-35 min long.
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Today we are taking about the fall of the Roman Empire!!!
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Welcome to the KSK'S HRE History Podcast channel, we will explore various aspects of the Empire in a modern way.
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Podcast about the split of the Roman Empire.
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This channel combines two of my great interests, the Late Roman state and the legendarium of Middle Earth. The two topics have much in common and I aim on analyzing these similarities as well as sparking conversation to figure out how much Middle Earth is influenced by the world of Europe and the Mediterranean in Late Antiquity.
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How and why did ancient Romans use myth to validate their power? Emperor Augustus legitimised his rule by entwining his own ancestry with the mythical stories of Rome's foundation, and created a divine aura around Rome as capital of the vast empire. This album visits key emblems associated with Rome's beginnings: the Forum and the Capitoline Hill with its statue of the she-wolf and Romulus and Remus; the Emperor Augustus's palace and ceremonial altar, and the 17th Century D'Arpino frescos of ...
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Spanning a period of nearly 1500 years, this monumental work of history tracks the orbit of one of the greatest Empires of all time. The sheer scale and sweep of the narrative is breathtaking in its ambitious scope and brings to vivid life the collapse of a magnificent military, political and administrative structure. Proceeding at a brisk pace, the original fourteen volumes describe debauched emperors, corrupt practices, usurpers and murderers, bloody battles, plunder and loot, barbarian ho ...
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Spanning a period of nearly 1500 years, this monumental work of history tracks the orbit of one of the greatest Empires of all time. The sheer scale and sweep of the narrative is breathtaking in its ambitious scope and brings to vivid life the collapse of a magnificent military, political and administrative structure. Proceeding at a brisk pace, the original fourteen volumes describe debauched emperors, corrupt practices, usurpers and murderers, bloody battles, plunder and loot, barbarian ho ...
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 84 "Divided We Fall"
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After Belisarius' heroic defense of Rome in 537-538, it looked as if there might be a rapid end to the Gothic war. But no. The Roman high command was wracked by internal division that would prolong the war and lead to the tragic sack of Milan. Check out my website nickholmesauthor.com for a free ebook, maps and blogs. Find my latest book, 'Rome and…
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Ep. 7 (144) – The Rise of the House of Luxembourg - The election of Emperor Henry VII
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On November 27th, 1308 the prince electors chose Henry VII, count of Luxemburg to be their new king of the Romans and future emperor. Little did they know that this decision will give rise to a dynasty that will rule the empire for as many decades as the Ottonian, the Salian and the Hohenstaufen had. A dynasty that featured such emblems of chivalri…
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Ep. 6 (143) – The Murder of a King - Albrecht I von Habsburg
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The late 13th century was the sniper’s alley for many a powerful family. The disappearance of great dynasties, the Arpads of Hungary, the Premyslids of Bohemia, the Zaehringer, Babenbergs, the counts of Holland to name just a few wasn’t down to lack of fertility but down to violence. Murder became so common, even those who did not have swords stick…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 83 "The Siege of Rome"
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In the summer of 536, Belisarius crossed the straits of Messina and marched on Rome. His army numbered 6,000 and he faced at least 30,000 Goths. It would be his greatest test. Check out my website nickholmesauthor.com for a free ebook, maps and blogs. Find my latest book, 'Rome and Attila', on Amazon.com here.…
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Ep. 5 (142) Adolf von Nassau – A Shadow of a King
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After the death of Rudolf von Habsburg the electors chose another, now truly impecunious count, Adolf von Nassau to be king. They chose him over Rudolf’s son Albrecht and over the overwhelmingly most powerful prince in the empire, King Wenceslaus II of Bohemia. This cultured and competent man became known to German history as a Schattenkönig, a sha…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 82 "The Kingdom of the Ostrogoths"
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After Belisarius' triumph in North Africa, Justinian turned his gaze to Italy and the Kingdom of the Ostrogoths. But what was that Kingdom like? Find out here. For a free ebook, maps, blogs check out my website nickholmesauthor.com. For my latest book, Rome and Attila, click here.Door Nick Holmes
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Ep.4 (141) Rudolf von Habsburg Semper Augustus - Allezeit Mehrer des Reiches
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Martin Rady in his highly amusing and exceptionally well written book on the Habsburg said “The remainder of Rudolf’s reign up to his death in 1291 was a failure. He did not manage to have himself crowned emperor by the pope and had to make do with the title of king…it was a false dawn, both for the Holy Roman empire and for the Habsburgs” I most h…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 81 "Trouble in Paradise"
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Belisarius conquered the Vandal kingdom in North Africa in just six months. But it would take 15 years to bring peace to this new province of the Roman Empire. Find you why in this episode. Also, find a free ebook, maps and blogs at my website nickholmesauthor.com. Link here for my exciting new book 'Rome and Attila' only just out!…
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Ep.3 (140) – Rudolf von Habsburg and the Golden King Ottokar II of Bohemia
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This week we will look at what the poor count Rudolf of Habsburg does once he had been elected King of the Romans. This is not the first time the electors have chosen a man of much more modest means than themselves. William of Holland and Hermann von Salm had failed to leverage their elevated status into tangible gains. But Rudolf is different. Thr…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 80 "The Last Vandal King"
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On 15th September, 533, Belisarius captured Carthage from the Vandals. But the Vandal king Gelimer was mustering all the forces he could for a last desperate battle. Interested in finding out more about Roman history? Visit my website nickholmesauthor.com for maps, blogs and a free ebook!Door Nick Holmes
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Ep.2 (139) – The End of the Interregnum
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On October 1, 1273 seven princes elected a new king of the Romans. Their choice was a momentous one that set European history further down its path away from a universal empire to separate kingdoms and principalities. The pope had demanded that they come to a unanimous decision so that the empire could again participate in a crusade to stop the rem…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 79 "Victory in Africa"
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In June 533, Belisarius sailed for North Africa to reconquer Carthage. Most people thought he would fail... Please do visit my website nickholmesauthor.com for books, podcast episodes, maps, blogs and a free ebook!Door Nick Holmes
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Catch-up Episode - The Empire from 919 to 1250
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This episode is something I never thought I would do, it is a run through the history of the Holy Roman Empire from 919 AD to 1250, pretty much most of the periods I have covered so far. Why do it? If you’re one of those who have listened religiously to all 137 episodes so far and feel completely up to date with what happened in the past, this will…
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 78 "Next Stop Carthage"
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The Nika riots ripped the heart out of Constantinople and nearly toppled Justinian. Desperate to restore his authority, Justinian looked west to the Vandal kingdom of Carthage which was experiencing its own problems. To find maps, blogs and a free ebook check out my website nickholmesauthor.comDoor Nick Holmes
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My latest book, 'Rome and Attila', is now available on Amazon in ebook and paperback, links below. It’s about one of the most infamous figures in history—Attila the Hun. He’s a household name, but remarkably little is known about him and his popular legend as a brutal tyrant is not necessarily correct. I delve into the primary sources in search of …
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 77 "Nika"
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In January 532, the Nika riots in Constantinople shook the world and nearly overthrew the emperor Justinian. Find out what happened here. Link to my website for free resources - nickholmesauthor.comDoor Nick Holmes
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 76 "The Road to Nika"
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Despite Belisarius' victory at Dara in 530, dissatisfaction was growing with Justinian which would soon lead to rebellion.Door Nick Holmes
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 75 "Belisarius and the Battle of Dara"
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In this episode, we meet one of Rome's greatest generals who will change the course of history. His name is Belisarius.Door Nick Holmes
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The Decline and Fall Section 01
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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Chapter 00 Introduction and Prefaces
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 02
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 03
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 04
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 05
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 06
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 07
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 09
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The Decline and Fall Section 10
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Fall of the Roman Empire Episode 74 "Justinian, Theodora, and the Secret History"
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Procopius is our main source for Roman history in the sixth century. He praises Justinian, Theodora and above all, Belisarius. But he's also left us with an unpublished document called the Secret History which contradicts everything he said in his other works. What's going on? Find out in this episode. For my website click here.…
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The Decline and Fall Section 11
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More great books at LoyalBooks.comDoor Edward Gibbon
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The Decline and Fall Section 12
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The Decline and Fall Section 13
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The Decline and Fall Section 14
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The Decline and Fall Section 15
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The Decline and Fall Section 16
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