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The "Greats" of History
A weekly series about people who have been called “The Great,” where we try to get past the honorific and understand who they were, what they did, and why some people seem to like them so much.
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Episode 6: Nebuchadnezzar II, part 1
Let’s meet and, hopefully, say goodbye to one of the most terrifying civilizations in human history. While we’re at it, let’s track the rise of someone who might just be the greatest builder in the ancient world.
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Episode 6: Nebuchadnezzar II, part 1
Phillip Barlag
Episode 5: Ramesses II, part 2
Phillip Barlag
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