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The Battle of Lechfeld: How Otto the Great Stopped the Magyars
In 955, on a field near Augsburg, Otto the Great faced the nomadic Magyar raiders who had terrorized Europe for decades. The Battle of Lechfeld was a turning point that ended the era of invasions, secured Otto's position as the most powerful ruler in the West, and paved the way for the Holy Roman Empire. This episode explores the tactics, the stakes, and the aftermath of a battle that shaped German and European history. We discuss the Magyar threat, the role of the church, and how Otto's victory transformed him from a struggling king into an emperor. Join Lucas and Luna as they…
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