Tamerlane's Metalworkers: The Timurid Armory of Samarkand

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the workshops and foundries that outfitted Tamerlane's armies, from the armorers of Damascus to the gun-casters of Samarkand. They uncover the role of Persian and Central Asian craftsmen, the production of lamellar armor and curved swords, and the early use of firearms in Timurid warfare. The hosts discuss the influence of the Ilkhanate and Mongol traditions, the trade in steel from India, and the legacy of Timurid metallurgy in the Ottoman and Safavid empires. They also touch on the mysterious 'Damascus steel' and its possible connection to Tamerlane's conquests. A fascinating look at the industrial side of empire-building. #Tamerlane #Timurid #Samarkand #Metallurgy #Armor #Swords #DamascusSteel #CentralAsia #14thCentury #15thCentury #MilitaryHistory #Craftsmen #Ilkhanate #MongolEmpire #OttomanEmpire #Safavid #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo