The Political History of the United States Podcast
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This is the Twitter account for The Political History of the United States podcast and its host, Allen Ayers.
Joined September 2019
This week we spend our time hanging out in Valley Forge for what would prove to be a miserable winter. With the men doing their best not to starve to death, they would first encounter Baron Von Steuben, who would begin to whip them into a fighting force. https://t.co/CWpPBIjNHB
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103: Antigonid Macedon - The First Domino Falls Perseus tries in vain to stem the tide during the Third Macedonian War. When Aemilius Paulus destroys the royal army at Pydna, the reign of the Antigonids comes to an end, as does the Macedonian kingdom. https://t.co/NGdh3hJm1P
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After Rome’s declaration of war in 171, Perseus desperately attempts to stand his ground. When the “Third Macedonian War” drags on longer than anticipated, the consul Lucius Aemil…
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New episode of Winds of Change! The Indian Nationalist cause splits between Moderates and Radicals. British Viceroys dodge bombs from revolutionary terrorists. We meet three major characters: Sastri, Jinnah, and Mohandas Gandhi. Listen here:
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New episode of @WindofChangePod! We tackle the outbreak of the "Indian Mutiny" - what happened at Meerut, how did it lead to a massacre, and why did *this* mutiny spark a widespread uprising. https://t.co/xioQUW769B
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102: Antigonid Macedon - Sins of the Father Perseus begins his reign in earnest by continuing to strengthen Macedonia, but gains a reputation for philanthropy across Greece. A jealous Eumenes fosters tension with Rome, leading to the Third Macedonian War https://t.co/1Scc3tYMPs
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Despite a controversial rise to the throne, King Perseus showed himself to be an able ruler. Continuing his father’s policies of restoring the strength of Macedonia, he earned a positive reputation…
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How did the Sun set on the British Empire? A documentary history podcast on the end of the British Empire in India, the first full episode of Winds of Change is now out, everywhere you find your podcasts! https://t.co/XkuvIb3lzq
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Listen to Winds of Change wherever you get your podcasts!
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Winds of Change Season 1 is (nearly) here! From the East India Company to the "Mutiny" of 1857, through world wars, to Independence and Partition, Winds of Change will cover the whole history of the Indian freedom struggle. Full episodes 18th November. https://t.co/c0vYqJrayF
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This week we reach what may be the most consequential battle of the American Revolution. The Continental Army is about to face down the British in what would become the Battle of Saratoga, a battle whose outcome will profoundly change the entire war. https://t.co/qBnZ9mYrnl
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101: Antigonid Macedon - A House Divided We cover the final years of Philip V, who seeks to restore Macedonian power through economic and military reform. Meanwhile, the two princes Perseus and Demetrius are embroiled in an appropriately Greek tragedy. https://t.co/Gb9Lh8Fsma
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The long reign of Philip V comes to an end after nearly 42 years on the throne. Following the defeat at Cynoscephalae, the Antigonid ruler spends the next two decades restoring his kingdom through …
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Introducing Pope Gregory V, our first German pope! (or is that Robin Williams?) https://t.co/MyXwEQQcnp
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NEW EPISODE! France's liberal opposition was *ready* for King Charles X to launch a coup. They had a plan to resist — powerful & bloodless. Then the people of Paris made their *own* plans, plans involving barricades, and dared the politicians to keep up:
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A history podcast covering France's overlooked century between Napoleon and World War I.
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100: Q&A #2 - Electric Boogaloo Six and a half years after starting this project, we have finally reached episode 100. In the least original move possible, I decided to host another Q&A session. Thank you for all your support! https://t.co/preQkNR6zm
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Introducing Pope John XV! https://t.co/L8exFHOKsK
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In the early Summer of 1777 John Burgoyne set out for what was sure to be a triumphant march south towards Albany. This week we will dive into that story and see exactly how much glory that march would bring him. I hope you all enjoy! https://t.co/nQ5g2Zo6c2
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The sun never set on the British Empire... until it did. I'm excited to announce my newest podcast: Winds of Change!
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As many of you may have noticed I've been less active on here. However, even though I sometimes forget to post updates, the podcast keeps moving forward. A new episode comes out Sunday, but if you missed it, hear the episode from two weeks ago. https://t.co/YOxfFpZ1f6
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NEW EPISODE, and it's maybe my favorite episode yet. It's July 28, 1830, and Marshal Auguste de Marmont is having a very bad day. He's been ordered to kill his own people, in defense of laws he opposes, and he's LOSING.
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