History in Brief

De: L Houghton
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  • History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing about it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity's history.

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  • What was the Silk Road?
    Apr 27 2025

    It spanned thousands of miles, stretching from the cities of ancient China to the markets of the Roman Empire. It crossed deserts and climbed mountains, linking distant civilizations. But what exactly was this historic trade network?

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    8 m
  • Who was Lawrence of Arabia?
    Apr 20 2025

    Lawrence was a soldier, an archaeologist, a diplomat, and a writer. He was also a hero, and a traitor. During World War I, he played a leading role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire, and his life raises complex questions: How do you balance loyalty to country with loyalty to allies? What happens when the promises you made are broken? And what is the cost of becoming a legend?

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    13 m
  • What were the Napoleonic Wars?
    Apr 12 2025

    History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity's history.

    Today, we're looking at the Napoleonic Wars, a series of wars fought between Napoleon’s French Empire and various European powers from 1803 to 1815.

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    19 m
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