Battle of Thymbra 547 BC – How Cyrus the Great Crushed the Richest King Alive

Описание: In 547 BC, two of the ancient world's most powerful leaders clashed in one of history’s most underrated battles — the Battle of Thymbra.
On one side stood Croesus, the fabulously wealthy king of Lydia. On the other: Cyrus the Great, the ambitious Persian leader with a rising empire and a reputation for brilliance in both diplomacy and war.
This video dives deep into the full battlefield analysis: the tactical formations, army compositions, and brilliant strategies that led to one of the most decisive upsets in ancient history. Discover how Cyrus used camels to neutralize cavalry, executed a perfect trap, and crushed an army larger and better equipped — all on the open plains outside Sardis.
We cover:
• Why Croesus marched to war
• The full deployment of both armies
• How Cyrus outmaneuvered his opponent
• The collapse of the Lydian army
• And the birth of the Persian Empire
Whether you’re into ancient battles, tactical breakdowns, or the rise of Persia, this is a story you don’t want to miss.
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