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Armenia's Ancient Kingdom of Iberia
While the world remembers the Caucasus for its modern conflicts, there was once a kingdom called Caucasian Iberia that rivaled Rome and Persia. In this episode, we explore the life of Pharasmanes I, who ruled from the first to second centuries AD. We look at how he navigated the dangerous waters of imperial politics, allying with Parthia against Rome in 113 AD only to switch sides later. This story is about survival through diplomacy, not just war. We also examine the mysterious Artaxiad dynasty, which may have connected Armenian kings to the Seleucids and even Alexander the Great. Discover…
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