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Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic Emperor's Sarmatian War
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore Marcus Aurelius's brutal and often overlooked campaign against the Sarmatians during the Marcomannic Wars. The Sarmatians, a confederation of Iranian nomadic tribes — notably the Iazyges — posed a persistent threat on the Danube frontier. Lucas explains their unique cataphract cavalry, their alliance with the Quadi and Marcomanni, and the emperor's personal involvement in the conflict. The discussion covers the decisive battle at the frozen Danube in 173 CE, where the Romans defeated the Iazyges, leading to a peace treaty…
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