5 Minute Warfare

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  • Summary

  • Welcome to 5 Minute Warfare, the podcast where we explore history's most pivotal battles, military strategies, and key moments of conflict in around five minutes. From ancient skirmishes and medieval sieges to the modern-day theatres of war, each episode delivers a concise and engaging breakdown of the tactics, innovations, and historical figures that shaped the course of warfare. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious listeners alike, 5 Minute Warfare makes understanding the complexities of military history both accessible and captivating, all in the time it takes to make a coffee.
    2024
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Episodes
  • The Pike & Shot: Revolutionising Battlefield Tactics
    Nov 20 2024

    In episode 11 of 5 Minute Warfare, we explore the Pike and Shot era, a revolutionary period in battlefield tactics that changed the face of warfare in the early modern period. In around 5 minutes, we’ll examine how the combination of pikes and firearms created powerful new formations, leading to the decline of heavy cavalry and reshaping military strategy. Join us for a concise and engaging look at how these tactics transformed European battlefields.

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    An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at https://5minutewarfare.com/the-pike-and-shot-revolutionising-battlefield-tactics/.

    Check out our other 5 Minute podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, 5 Minute History, 5 Minute Murder, and 5 Minute Mysteries at:

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    9 mins
  • Knights in Shining Armour: The Rise and Fall of Heavy Cavalry
    Nov 13 2024

    In episode 10 of 5 Minute Warfare, we explore the story of knights in shining armour and the rise and fall of heavy cavalry in medieval warfare. In just around 5 minutes, we examine how these armoured warriors dominated the battlefield for centuries, only to be eventually overtaken by advancements in military technology. Join us for a concise and insightful look at the era of knights and their lasting impact on the history of warfare.

    Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts.

    An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at https://5minutewarfare.com/knights-in-shining-armor-the-rise-and-fall-of-heavy-cavalry/.

    Check out our other 5 Minute podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, 5 Minute History, 5 Minute Murder, and 5 Minute Mysteries at:

    • 5minutebiographies.com
    • 5minutehistory.com
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    9 mins
  • Alexander the Great: Conqueror of the Known World
    Nov 6 2024

    In episode 9 of 5 Minute Warfare, we explore the life and military genius of Alexander the Great, the conqueror who reshaped the ancient world. In just around 5 minutes, we’ll cover his rapid rise to power, his bold strategies, and how he built one of the largest empires in history. Join us for a quick and engaging dive into the mind of one of history's greatest military leaders.

    Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support the show more directly then may I suggest buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutewarfare.com/coffee to see how

    An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at https://5minutewarfare.com/alexander-the-great-conqueror-of-the-known-world/.

    Check out our other 5 Minute podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, 5 Minute Disasters, 5 Minute History, 5 Minute Murder, and 5 Minute Mysteries at:

    • 5minutebiographies.com
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    • 5minutehistory.com
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    9 mins

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