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Srivijaya's Forgotten Naval Campaign Against Khmer Angkor
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a lesser-known chapter of Srivijaya's maritime power: the naval campaign against the Khmer Empire of Angkor in the late 10th century. They examine the geopolitical rivalry over the Kra Isthmus trade routes, the role of the Orang Laut as naval mercenaries, and the strategic use of the K'un-lun Po vessels. The conversation details King Suryavarman I's alliance with the Tambralinga kingdom and Srivijaya's response under Maharaja Sri Cudamani Warmadewa. They discuss the Battle of Trang, where Srivijayan forces repelled Khmer-backed…
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