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The Chola Spy Network: Intelligence That Held an Empire Together
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna delve into the shadowy world of Chola espionage. Beyond the grand temples and naval raids, the empire's stability rested on a sophisticated network of informants and spies. We explore how Rajaraja I and his successors deployed agents across South India and Southeast Asia, from the bustling port of Nagapattinam to the Srivijaya court. Drawing on inscriptions from Thanjavur's Brihadeeswarar temple and the Thiruvalangadu plates, we piece together the methods of these ancient intelligence operatives. Learn about the roles of itinerant…
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