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The Parthian Shot and the Fall of Crassus at Carrhae
In 53 BCE, Roman general Marcus Licinius Crassus led a massive army into the desert of Mesopotamia, seeking glory and gold against the Parthian Empire. What followed was one of ancient history's most stunning military disasters: the Battle of Carrhae. In this episode, we explore the intricate interplay between trade routes and warfare that set the stage for this confrontation. The Silk Road had long funnelled wealth through Parthia, making them the gatekeepers of East-West commerce, and Crassus saw an opportunity. But the Parthians had a secret weapon—the cataphract and the mounted…
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