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Suryavarman I's Conquest of the Menam Valley and the Rise of Angkor
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the reign of Suryavarman I (r. 1006–1050), the ambitious Khmer king who expanded the empire westward into the Menam Valley (modern Thailand). They discuss his contested succession, his alliance with the warlord of Lopburi, and the construction of the mountain-temple Preah Vihear. The episode also covers his administrative reforms, including the oath of loyalty inscribed at Angkor Wat and the introduction of the 'smoke signals' communication network. Listeners learn about the strategic importance of the Khorat Plateau and the role of the Mun…
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