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Augustus the Strong: Poland’s Original Gym Bro King
Augustus II (1697–1733), also known as "Augustus the Strong," was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland who cared more about his bench press than his politics. He was famous for literally breaking horseshoes with his bare hands and folding silver plates like tacos to impress dinner guests.
In this episode, we cover the chaotic life of Europe’s strongest monarch, including:
The Feats of Strength: How he would engage in feats of strength that baffled the mind, even in todays standards.
The Politics: How he managed to bankrupt his region and lose wars while partying harder than any other king…
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