Pyrrhus of Epirus: What Was the TRUE Cost of a "Pyrrhic Victory"?

Описание:    • Heroes and Villains of World History  
Greetings, esteemed seekers of historical truths! Today, we delve into the turbulent Hellenistic era to learn about Pyrrhus of Epirus – the king whose name became synonymous with a victory tantamount to defeat. Discover how this "Eagle," a relative of Alexander the Great, challenged the rising power of Rome, brought war elephants to Italy, and made the entire Mediterranean tremble. What were his ambitions, what was the secret of his military genius, and why did his brilliant life end so absurdly?

*In this video, you'll learn:*
The world after Alexander the Great: The age of the Diadochi and incessant wars.
Pyrrhus's childhood and exile: How the young prince survived and reclaimed his throne.
The "Soldier King": Creating an invincible army, the phalanx, and war elephants.
Wars in Macedonia: Rivalry with Demetrius Poliorcetes.
The challenge to Rome: The war in Italy and the famous Battle of Heraclea.
"Pyrrhic Victory": The birth of the famous phrase at the Battle of Asculum.
The Sicilian adventure: From savior of the Greeks to a hated tyrant.
The final battle with Rome at Beneventum and the tragic end in Argos.
Why did Hannibal consider Pyrrhus the second-greatest general after Alexander?
Pyrrhus's legacy: How his wars strengthened Rome and changed history.

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00:00:00 Introduction: The Absurd Death of the Great Conqueror in Argos.

00:03:00 The World After Alexander: The Wars of the Diadochi, Birth of Hellenistic Kingdoms.

00:08:00 Epirus and the Lineage of Achilles: Pyrrhus's Childhood, Exile, and Salvation with the Illyrians.

00:14:00 Formative Years: First Reign, Battle of Ipsus, Hostage in Egypt.

00:20:00 King of Epirus: Return to Power, Murder of his Rival, Creation of an Army.

00:26:00 The "Eagle" of Macedonia: War with Demetrius Poliorcetes, Brief Triumph.

00:32:00 The Western Campaign: The Roman Republic and the Greek Cities of Italy.

00:38:00 The Call from Tarentum and the Famous Dialogue with Cineas.

00:43:00 Battle of Heraclea: The First "Pyrrhic Victory".

00:49:00 Battle of Asculum: Second Bloody Triumph and the War's Stalemate.

00:54:00 The Sicilian Adventure: From Liberator to Tyrant.

00:59:00 Return to Italy and the Battle of Beneventum: Defeat and End of the Campaign.

01:03:00 Final Years: Return to Macedonia, Siege of Sparta.

01:06:00 Pyrrhus's Legacy: Great Tactician but Poor Strategist, Eternal Symbol of a Costly Victory.