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The Thirty Years War was a major war in European history that had a major influence on the future of Europe, yet outside of history people, people seem to know very little besides the basics. I hope you want to learn more about this war and I promise to try to not sound like a dry history book. Welcome to Three Decades of Tragedy!

Three Decades of Tragedy: A History of the Thirty Years War Nick Lewis

    • History
    • 4.8 • 19 Ratings

The Thirty Years War was a major war in European history that had a major influence on the future of Europe, yet outside of history people, people seem to know very little besides the basics. I hope you want to learn more about this war and I promise to try to not sound like a dry history book. Welcome to Three Decades of Tragedy!

    France

    France

    Welcome to Season 4! We begin with an intro to France and the effective leader of France, Cardinal Richelieu. We have talked about France in other episodes, but now is the time to give them a full background. Sorry for the wait, but I hope you enjoy it! See you guys next time!
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    • 17 min
    A New Player

    A New Player

    Welcome back! This week we finish this season of the podcast as this phase of the war comes to a close. Its been a long few years and very destructive, but Sweden was no longer the only big player on the protestant side. I want to thank you all for listening, and there will be a longer break for my research and outlining, so expect the next episode in a month. Also below there will be a link to an articles about me on Global Comment, so please check it out!

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    • 16 min
    Battle of Nordlingen

    Battle of Nordlingen

    Welcome back! I'm sorry about the audio quality, I had some issues with my mic. Trying to figure out why it's peaking so much. But for the episode, we get to the climactic Battle of Nordlingen, a turning point in the war. This phase of the war is coming to an end, but we still have over a decade to go! Thank you for listening in and please review! I'll see you guys next time!
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    • 10 min
    The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 2

    The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 2

    Welcome back! This week we finish Wallenstein's fall, the general taking his final bow before the curtain falls. After all of the setup for his fall and recent failings, he finally was no longer to be able to protect himself and suffers the consequences. I want to thank you all for watching and I'll see you guys next time! 
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    • 10 min
    The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 1

    The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 1

    Welcome back! Sorry about the holiday delay, but things should be back to normal. We get back to the war, with the fall of Wallenstein. The great commander has his time, but some great men attract worse enemies. Hope you guys enjoy it and I'll see you guys next time!
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    • 14 min
    The People's Will

    The People's Will

    Welcome back! This week I cover the Siege of Konstanz, the realities of war and the people's reaction to having the war drag on for so long. Things are ebbing and flowing, but this war still has fifteen years to go, so anything can change. Thank you for listening and please review and spread the word! I'll see you guys next time!
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    • 12 min

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