What King Xerxes Did to His Captured Queens

Описание: King Xerxes I ruled the largest empire the ancient world had ever seen.
But behind the golden palaces, military campaigns, and imperial propaganda existed a hidden battlefield — **the royal harem**.

In this video, we uncover **what really happened to the women who entered the court of King Xerxes**: queens, concubines, and captives whose lives were shaped by absolute power, political intrigue, and brutal tradition.

You will discover:

What happened to *Queen Vashti* after she defied the King
How the Persian harem functioned as a **tool of political control**, not romance
The forced gathering of young women from across the empire
The terrifying fate of women who failed to please the King
The true story behind *Queen Esther* and the danger she faced daily
The shocking cruelty of **Queen Amestris**, as recorded by Greek historians
How jealousy, power, and court rituals led to mutilation, executions, and rebellion
Why life in Xerxes’ palace was often more dangerous than the battlefield

This is not a myth, a fairy tale, or a biblical retelling.
It is a reconstruction based on **ancient texts, Greek historians like Herodotus, and historical analysis**, revealing how women became pawns in one of history’s most powerful empires.

Recommended for viewers interested in:
Ancient history
Persian Empire
King Xerxes
Biblical history
Hidden history of women
Royal harems
Ancient politics
Dark history documentaries

⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: this video discusses violence, historical brutality, and disturbing practices of the ancient world.

Power built the Persian Empire.
But behind the throne, **women paid the highest price**.