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Empires Ascendant: A History of the 7 Years War
by The Drunken Scholar
The 2nd Season of the Drunken Scholar podcast. This time we are delving into one of history's most impactful conflicts, the 7 years war. This new series will be split into 3 volumes, being the European, Asian, and North American theaters respectively. Our narrative style is relaxed and explicit but also informative, so come join us on our journey into the 18th century!
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The Prelude: 1718-1740
In this episode Devan and Levi briefly discuss the War of the Quadruple Alliance, and the War of Polish Succession, despite these two conflicts being of lower intensity, the both have major territorial changes and alliances shift as Europe's major powers scheme against each other while trying to maintain the balance of power. The episode ends in 1740 with Charles VI, Archduke of Austria and Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire dies and his efforts at the Pragmatic Sanction will soon be put the test in the war of Austrian Succession. Pieces are slowly starting the put in place and grievances begin to mount for what will become the 7 years war.*As a Disclaimer:* this episode's audio quality is not up to the usual standard as there was some technical difficulties, I appreciate yall's understanding.
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The Prelude: 1701-1718
In our first episode we begin with the War of Spanish succession (1701- 1713/14), the first of 5 conflicts that will change the geopolitical landscape and slowly set the stage for the 7 years war. We also briefly discuss The Great Northern War and Charles VI of Austria's growing concern over his own succession. We end the episode on the eve of the War of the Quadruple Alliance.
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The 2nd Season of the Drunken Scholar podcast. This time we are delving into one of history's most impactful conflicts, the 7 years war. This new series will be split into 3 volumes, being the European, Asian, and North American theaters respectively. Our narrative style is relaxed and explicit but also informative, so come join us on our journey into the 18th century!
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