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The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Shifting Politics and Military Maneuvers — 11 May 2016

The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Shifting Politics and Military Maneuvers – Part 2

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

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In order to understand why Arsaces I, King and founder of the Arsacid dynasty raided and eventually conquered Parthia, we must first look to Bactria.It is no question that Arsaces made his living by pillaging. But, according to Strabo, the...
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The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Shifting Politics and Military Maneuvers — 11 May 2016

The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Shifting Politics and Military Maneuvers – Part 2

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

0

In order to understand why Arsaces I, King and founder of the Arsacid dynasty raided and eventually conquered Parthia, we must first look to Bactria.It is no question that Arsaces made his living by pillaging. But, according to Strabo, the...
Read More

The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Medical Mysteries and Rightful Heirs — 11 May 2016

The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Medical Mysteries and Rightful Heirs – Part I

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

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Arsaces’ historic invasion of Parthia was a process.Before Arsaces I, King and founder of the Arsacid dynasty, and his brother, Tiridates captured Parthia, they appeared to be residing in the province previous to the appointment of Andragoras as...
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The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Medical Mysteries and Rightful Heirs — 11 May 2016

The Rise of the Arsacid Dynasty: Medical Mysteries and Rightful Heirs – Part I

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

0

Arsaces’ historic invasion of Parthia was a process.Before Arsaces I, King and founder of the Arsacid dynasty, and his brother, Tiridates captured Parthia, they appeared to be residing in the province previous to the appointment of Andragoras as...
Read More

Stilicho, Alaric, Attila, and the Changing World of the Ancient Roman Empire — 07 May 2016

Stilicho, Alaric, Attila, and the Changing World of the Ancient Roman Empire

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

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In the late fourth century, a man born of a Roman noblewoman and an East-Germanic Vandal father served as a Roman cavalry officer. Stilicho served Rome with distinction by embracing the Empire and all it stood for, and would go on to become the...
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Stilicho, Alaric, Attila, and the Changing World of the Ancient Roman Empire — 07 May 2016

Stilicho, Alaric, Attila, and the Changing World of the Ancient Roman Empire

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition, Politics & Social Structure

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In the late fourth century, a man born of a Roman noblewoman and an East-Germanic Vandal father served as a Roman cavalry officer. Stilicho served Rome with distinction by embracing the Empire and all it stood for, and would go on to become the...
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Deriv; popular image of a ninja and Ushiwaka and Benkei duelling on Gojo Bridge, print from 1881. — 05 May 2016

Ninjas, Foot Soldiers, Warrior Monks and Pirates: The Many Fierce Warrior Classes of Feudal Japan

By MartiniF

History & Tradition

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The ancient Japanese warriors from history were more diverse and colorful than their depictions in today’s popular culture. They range from the well-known and loved samurai to the lesser known warrior classes whose roles were often unofficial or...
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Deriv; popular image of a ninja and Ushiwaka and Benkei duelling on Gojo Bridge, print from 1881. — 05 May 2016

Ninjas, Foot Soldiers, Warrior Monks and Pirates: The Many Fierce Warrior Classes of Feudal Japan

By MartiniF

History & Tradition

0

The ancient Japanese warriors from history were more diverse and colorful than their depictions in today’s popular culture. They range from the well-known and loved samurai to the lesser known warrior classes whose roles were often unofficial or...
Read More

Soldier of Fortune: Glory Days for Sir John Hawkwood, King of Mercenaries — 04 May 2016

Soldier of Fortune: Glory Days for Sir John Hawkwood, King of Mercenaries

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition

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Sir John Hawkwood was born into a life on the English countryside that was business and rebellion. From an early age, he sought power and influence outside of England’s borders. He showed off his battle skills in the Hundred Years War and won a...
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Soldier of Fortune: Glory Days for Sir John Hawkwood, King of Mercenaries — 04 May 2016

Soldier of Fortune: Glory Days for Sir John Hawkwood, King of Mercenaries

By Cam Rea

History & Tradition

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Sir John Hawkwood was born into a life on the English countryside that was business and rebellion. From an early age, he sought power and influence outside of England’s borders. He showed off his battle skills in the Hundred Years War and won a...
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