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Tamerlane and the Art of Siege Warfare at Aleppo
In 1400, Tamerlane besieged the great Syrian city of Aleppo, a wealthy Mamluk stronghold. This episode dives into the mechanics of his siegecraft: the use of trebuchets, mining, and psychological warfare that forced a rapid surrender. Lucas and Luna explore how Timur's reputation alone often did half the work, and how the fall of Aleppo paved the way for his campaign against Damascus. They discuss the city's fortifications, the role of the citadel, and the aftermath where Timur's mercy was calculated, not kind. Listeners learn about the specific tactics that made Timur a master…
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