Anthology Of Heroes History Elliot Gates

"The Gods had turned their backs on this land" - Tutankhamun's Restoration Edict

In part two of our series, we delve into the downfall of Akhenaten, The Heretic King.

As Akhenaten's religious reforms shake the very foundations of his kingdom, the Pharaoh lashes out at his citizens, closing temples and destroying statues of traditional Gods.
Isolated and alone, Akhenaten's actions become increasingly bizarre as he embarks on an incestuous relationship with two of his daughters and ostracizes his allies.

We explore Akhenaten's downfall, the role Nefertiti played, and the mysteries surrounding Smenkhkare, his successor.
Finally, we follow the footsteps of Tutankhamun as he scrubs his father's reforms from history and erases any record of his rule.

Join us as we unravel the tensions, complexities, and enduring legacy of history's first "individual," whose personality oozes through the dusty passages of time.


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"The Pharaoh's sinister smile seemed to whisper love me… but fear me.."

Embark on a journey into ancient Egypt's shadows with our latest episode, as we delve deep into the enigmatic life of Akhenaten, the heretic pharaoh whose legacy was damned by his own people.

We uncover the intriguing tale of Akhenaten's formative years, shaped under the towering influence of his illustrious father, Amenhotep III.
With the help of The Amarna Letters, we'll untangle the mysteries surrounding Akhenaten's bizarre physical traits and his shocking depiction in royal imagery, foreshadowing the turbulence of his later rule.
As the young Pharaoh's arrogance grows, we witness Akhenaten's defiance against the powerful priesthood of Amun and his audacious vision to revolutionize ancient Egypt.

Finally, we follow The Pharoah in his bold quest to establish a new capital city devoted to the sun god Aten, setting the stage for a monumental upheaval in the ancient world.

Tune in to unravel the dark story of the heretic pharaoh, offering insights into one of history's most fascinating and controversial figures.

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00-Introduction to Akhenaten

00:05:17-Finding the Amarna Letters

00:13:50-Background on the 18th Dynasty

00:20:49-Amenhotep III and The Aten

00:26:30-Amenhotep’s new portrayals

00:30:45-Akhenaten becomes Pharaoh

00:36:35-Akhenaten’s obsession with The Aten





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In this episode, Professor Almut Hintze sheds light on the ancient and mysterious religion of Zoroastrianism.

For over two millennia, it was one of the world's most practiced religions until the arrival of Islam in the seventh century led to its rapid decline. Today, just 120,000 adherents remain worldwide.

Come with us as we dive into Zoroastrianism:

Exploring Avestan, the 'Language of God' still used in prayers today, despite its meaning being long forgotten.

Discover the ritual complexity of The Yasna and the lighting of 16 Sacred Flames, each kindled from a different source.

We also follow the sad history of modern Zoroastrians, a shrinking minority in their homeland of Iran.



Professor Hintze's dedication to preserving and cataloguing ancient rituals and their meanings is a testament to her commitment to preserving this fascinating piece of human history.
Join us as we discuss the history, rituals and language of one of the worlds oldest religions


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Professor Hintze's brief introduction to Zoroastrianism

A recording of the full, transcribed Yasna ritual


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Bonus episode from the podcast 'Welsh History Podcast' sharing the story of influential Welsh figure: Llywelyn the Great

He is young, angry and looking for revenge. 


Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network.

You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory

Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Capitulation is impossible! The 6th Army will do its historic duty." - Adolf Hitler.

In the conclusion of our series, we unravel the final months of the Battle of Stalingrad, exploring the consequences of Adolf Hitler's decision to forbid the the Sixth Army to retreat.

We witness the long-awaited breakthrough for The Red Army, as Joseph Stalin and Georgy Zhukov launch Operation Uranus.

We delve into the emotional impact on German soldiers confronting their mortality. Through their personal letters, we glimpse into their thoughts and feelings about Nazi leadership and Adolf Hitler.

After the dust settles, we examine the aftermath of the Battle of Stalingrad and its enduring legacy in Russian history.

Tune in for an exploration of this pivotal moment, where the human toll and historical significance intertwine in a tale of sacrifice, resilience, and grit.

NOTE: When discussing The Nuremberg trials, I make an error when I refer to Joseph Goebbels who was no longer alive. This should instead be Hermann Göring. Thanks to Albert, Antonik and others for pointing this out.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00-Introduction and Recap

01:58-Episode start

07:27-Fortress Stalingrad begins

16:49-Christmas in Stalingrad

21:05-Last chance at surrender with Winrich Behr

31:36-Paulus loses hope

40:56-Fate of the main characters

45:57-Red Army finds last letters from Stalingrad


📓SOURCES:

Barbarossa Through Soviet Eyes: The First Twenty-Four Hours by Artem Drabkin, Alexei Isaev, Christopher Summerville 

Stalingrad by Antony Beevor

Russia at War, 1941–1945: A History by Alexander Werth 

Blood red snow by by Günter K. Koschorrek

Through the Maelstrom: A Red Army Soldier's War on the Eastern Front by Boris Gorbachevsky

The forgotten soldiers by Guy Sajer 

Until the Eyes Shut: Memories of a machine gunner on the Eastern Front by Andreas Hartinger

Stalin: Triumph and Tragedy by Dmitri Volkogonov

Marshall of Victory: Memoirs of Giorgy Zhukov


Blitzed: Drugs In The Third Reich by Norman Ohler

The Diary of Wehrmacht Soldier William Hoffman

Various accounts: IREMEMBER.RU

German Propaganda Archive: Joseph Goebbels: 1933-1945 (calvin.edu)  

Barbarossa : the Russian-German conflict, 1941-45 by Alan Clarke 

Kiev 1941: Hitler's Battle for Supremacy in the East by David Stahel

Reminiscences and Reflections. Volume 1 by Georgii Konstantinovich Zhukov

The Third Reich at War by Richard J. Evans

 Moscow Strikes Back - 1942 USSR Propaganda Film

Molotovs Radio Broadcast: 

Transcript: https://www.marxists.org/history/ussr/great-patriotic-war/pdf/22-06-1941-molotov-radiospeech.pdf



Audio: https://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn1000646


 

🎉PATRONS


Tom G 👑

Angus S👑

Seth M👑

Claudia K👑

Phil B

Lisa K

Malcolm G

Alex G

Caleb I

Alan R

Jim G

Luke G

Tom

 
✍🏻ATTRIBUTIONS

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Paid Artlist.io license for 'Anthology Of Heroes Podcast' utilised for numerous sounds/music


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"In the blazing city, we do not suffer cowards..." - Vasily Chuikov.

This episode marks the penultimate episode of our series tracing Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's 1941 invasion of the USSR.

Join us as we follow Marshal Friedrich Paulus and the Wehrmacht 6th Army to their fateful end at Stalingrad. Through poignant handwritten letters, we'll delve into how frontline soldiers grappled with their mortality and the erosion of their faith in Nazi propaganda.
Throughout the episode, we explore the ingenious and brutal strategies employed by Marshall Vasily Chuikov to maintain order amidst the chaos.

In the desperate streets of Stalingrad, Rattenkrieg, or 'war of the rats,' emerged as a brutal form of close-quarters urban combat, marked by intense, chaotic skirmishes within the sprawling ruins of the city.
As the tide turns against the Wehrmacht, we witness the Nazi High Command's struggle against Adolf Hitler's insistence on a symbolic last stand.

The Battle of Stalingrad, often deemed the deadliest in history, holds a profound place in Russian pride today. Tune in to learn why.


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CHAPTERS:

00:00-Introduction

03:37-Main Characters Recap

06:30-Episode Start

12:18-Chuikov's Innovations

21:09-Wermacht on brink of victory

29:48-Luftwaffe Bombing Run

35:24-Red Army heroism

40:30-Wermacht dug in for winter

49:38-Operation Uranus begins


📓SOURCES:

Barbarossa Through Soviet Eyes: The First Twenty-Four Hours by Artem Drabkin, Alexei Isaev, Christopher Summerville 

Stalingrad by Antony Beevor

Russia at War, 1941–1945: A History by Alexander Werth 

Blood red snow by by Günter K. Koschorrek

Through the Maelstrom: A Red Army Soldier's War on the Eastern Front by Boris Gorbachevsky

The forgotten soldiers by Guy Sajer 

Until the Eyes Shut: Memories of a machine gunner on the Eastern Front by Andreas Hartinger

Stalin: Triumph and Tragedy by Dmitri Volkogonov

Marshall of Victory: Memoirs of Giorgy Zhukov


Blitzed: Drugs In The Third Reich by Norman Ohler

The Diary of Wehrmacht Soldier William Hoffman

Various accounts: IREMEMBER.RU

German Propaganda Archive: Joseph Goebbels: 1933-1945 (calvin.edu)  

Barbarossa : the Russian-German conflict, 1941-45 by Alan Clarke 

Kiev 1941: Hitler's Battle for Supremacy in the East by David Stahel

Reminiscences and Reflections. Volume 1 by Georgii Konstantinovich Zhukov

The Third Reich at War by Richard J. Evans

 Moscow Strikes Back - 1942 USSR Propaganda Film

Molotovs Radio Broadcast: 

Transcript: https://www.marxists.org/history/ussr/great-patriotic-war/pdf/22-06-1941-molotov-radiospeech.pdf



Audio: https://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn1000646


 

🎉PATRONS


Tom G 👑

Angus S👑

Seth M👑

Claudia K👑

Phil B

Lisa K

Malcolm G

Alex G

Caleb I

Alan R

Jim G

Luke G

Tom

 
✍🏻ATTRIBUTIONS

All images are public domain unless stated otherwise.

Paid Artlist.io license for 'Anthology Of Heroes Podcast' utilised for numerous sounds/music


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