Channel Title: Flash Point History Channel Description: We hear of great people in history all the time. The Caesars, the Elizabeths, the Napoleons, and the Genghis Khans. They may have been enlighten rulers or vile despots; great builders or the destroyers of civilization - but they all shared one thing. They were human, and as such they had hopes, dreams, aspirations, inner demons, and insecurities - like everyone else. These traits affected the course of humanity for better and for worse. Together, they have made us the global society we are today. Flash Point History is dedicated to making history accessible because when we look into the past we discover ourselves. <video> Pedro Álvares Cabral - Age of Discovery Description: The Portuguese Armada sets sail under the command of Pedro Álvares Cabral - born of noble birth, a knight of the Order of Christ - he's a man not shy to indulge in his aggressive nature. The time has come for Portugal to return to the Indian Ocean and this time it comes in force. ================================== Big thanks to those in the Audience who helped me with the Portuguese translations!! Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #pedrocabral </video> <video> Duarte Pereira - Part 1 - Age of Discovery Description: Its 1504 and the Samudri Raja of Calicut unleashes his army of over 60,000 men against his former vassal, the city of Cochin and its Portuguese Ally. The defenders of Cochin have barely 5000 men - but their leader is Duarte Pereira who is a man determined to hold his ground. 0:07: ⚔️ The struggles of Trumar Raja of Coochin against political factions, family members, and the Samudri Raja of Calicut. 3:46: ⚔️ Portuguese military commanders arrive in Cochin, causing the Zamorin to retreat and plan for a future conflict. 7:35: 🌍 Exploration and knowledge contributions of Duarte Pereira in the early Portuguese Empire. 10:51: ⚔️ Battle between Portuguese and Calicut forces at the Ford of Kumbalam. 14:28: 💥 Raja's fleet retaliates with powerful cannons, targeting Portuguese ships in a strategic move. ================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #portugal </video> <video> Normandy - Part 2 - Valognes Azeville Battery and St Mere Eglise Description: Valognes is just beautiful and it was sad to leave. Moving on we make it to the Azeville battery and then on to St Mere Eglise! ================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #Normandy #worldwar2 #dday </video> <video> Age of Discovery - Afonso de Albuquerque: Sic Parvis Magna Description: The stage is set for the Governor of India, Afonso de Albuquerque, to begin his campaign of conquest. However, his cousin Fernando Coutinho, the Marshall of Portugal, arrived with a larger fleet and assumed full command. He then led Portuguese forces on a conquest of his own - for better or for worse. =================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx </video> <video> Francisco de Almeida - Part 1 - Age of Discovery Description: A new chapter in the Portuguese Empire in the Indian Ocean begins with Francisco de Almeida. He and his only son venture forth on the 7th Portuguese Armada to establish the worlds first trade empire. However the challenges that await them will test them to their core. ================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales =================================== Music Premium Beats (dot) com Desert Sun Epic Bollywood Entrance Storm of the Titans Catch the Bullet The Heroes are coming home =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #almeida #discovery #portugal </video> <video> Cochin - Art of War: Terrain Description: 1504 - Cochin One of the most lopsided battles in history. The Portuguese had 150 men and 3 ships along with their Cochin allies (perhaps 5k) taking on the Raja of Calicut's 65K! 0:07: ⚔️ Struggle for Power: Cochin's Alliance with the Portuguese against Calicut 4:57: ⚔️ Portuguese military commander's strategic moves in the Indian Ocean against local forces. 8:34: ⚔️ Strategic battle preparations between Samudri of Calicut and the Portuguese in early 1504. 12:30: ⚔️ Naval battle at low tide results in failed attacks and high casualties for Calicut. 16:25: ⚔️ Battle between Portuguese and Raja forces at Aral Island unfolds with strategic maneuvers. 20:51: ⚔️ Battlefield conditions hinder Zamorin's army as they face Portuguese defenses in a large assault. 25:04: ⚔️ Decisive victories lead to the abdication of the king of Calicut and retreat of his army. ==================== CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #cochin #portuguese #ageofdiscovery </video> <video> Forging an Empire - The Portuguese Empire - Part 2 Commerce Description: The fabled sea passage to India was now a highway. The Indian Ocean was a massive free trade zone. Upon its waters the trade in spice brought in immense wealth to anyone willing to brave the dangers, the currents, and the politics. The Portuguese now burst into the scene like a storm and were determined to disrupt everything ================================== SPECIAL THANKS: Diogo da Cunha - a friend and incredible artist! ================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #Portugal </video> <video> Duarte Pereira - Part 2 - Age of Discovery Description: Regarded as the Portuguese Thermopylae, the Battle of Cochin in 1504, was one of the most lopsided engagements in history. Over 65,000 soldiers of Calicut attacked Cochin that had 150 Portuguese defenders. But in the narrow fords of the Cochin Harbor, the Portuguese commander Duarte Pereira was determined to make his opponent's numbers count for nothing. 0:27: ⚔️ Strategic defense plan against enemy forces at two fords based on tide knowledge. 4:01: ⚔️ Zamorin's army faces Portuguese at Ford of Pagar, hindered by spikes, leading to unexpected compacting of waves. 7:45: 🔥 Calicut king abdicates after failed assaults by Pereira's fleet, leading to high casualties and shattered morale. ================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales =================================== Music Premium Beats (dot) com Desert Sun Epic Bollywood Entrance Storm of the Titans Catch the Bullet The Heroes are coming home =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #portugal </video> <video> Francisco de Almeida - Part 2 - Age of Discovery Description: 🌏 Get an Exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fphistory It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ =================================== It's 1508 and the Mamluks, with Venetian aid, enter the Indian Ocean with an armada. Lourenço de Almeida - the son of the viceroy - comes under their attack in the harbor of the city of Chaul. His need for redemption, however, clouds his tactical judgement. =================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales =================================== Music Warriors of Asira by Fray Faraji Premium Beats (dot) com Flowing Rivers Clairvoyance Lost in Sands Desert Warrior Suspicious Behavior Storm of Titans Journey on a Camel Mazboot Iraade =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx </video> <video> The Battle of Diu 1509 - The Art of War: Revenge Description: The Battle of Diu is regarded by some historians as one of the most pivotal battles in world history. The Portuguese sailed in against an enemy that had them outgunned and outnumbered. Yet despite that, Francisco de Almeida need for revenge was greater still. The outcome of this battle would forever change the world. =================================== Shout out to Fray for his amazing music Warriors of Asira by Fray Faraji ================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales Appreciate Hélio Silva who allowed me to use his vacation footage of the City of Diu! Thank you so much! ==================== CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #diu #almeida #ageofdiscovery </video> <video> Francisco de Almeida - Part 3 - Age of Discovery Description: The Battle of Diu is in full swing in early 1509. The Portuguese are formidable but greatly outnumbered. Regardless, Francisco de Almeida's need to avenge his son's death is overwhelming. The outcome of this battle will set the stage for the modern world. =================================== Big thanks to Diogo da Cunha His artwork is amazing and is always up for commissions Insta: @diogos_tales Huge shout out to Hélio Silva who allowed me to use his vacation footage of the City of Diu! Very much appreciated =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #battle #diu #almeida </video> <video> Part 1 - Hiking in Normandy from Cherbourg to Valognes Description: I've been meaning to do this hike in Normandy for the longest time. I've always been a fan of world war 2 and the Normandy D-Day landing beaches of Operation Overlord have always been fascinating to me. I met up with my friend Chase (also big into history) in Paris and together we took the train to Cherbourg to being our hike. Our plan was to visit all 5 D Day landing beaches along with a bunch of other World War 2 sites. ================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #Normandy #worldwar2 #dday </video> <video> Vasco da Gama - Part 4 - Age of Discovery Description: The Raja of Cochin strikes back! Vasco da Gama is caught in a trap and the entire Portuguese endeavor in India nearly comes to an end. 0:29: 🚢 Portuguese Admiral faces trap in India, outnumbered and under attack by a large fleet of ships. 3:14: 💥 Vasco de Gama retaliates after attack on sailors, leaving a warning for the samudri Raja. 6:57: ⚔️ Vasco da Gama's Armada successfully employs naval tactics to defeat enemy Fleet near Calicut. 9:50: 🌊 Portuguese dominance in the Indian Ocean, introduction of toll system, and concerns about naval power. 13:11: ⛵ Portuguese captains face shipwreck, compromised initiative, and ultimatum from Samudri Raja. ================================== MUSIC Premium Beats - Bollywood Bangerz Bang - Desert Warrior - Indian Rhythm - Lost in Sand - Flowing Rivers - Journey on a Camel =================================== Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #vascdagama </video> <video> The Punic Wars - Entire History - Audio Podcast Description: The Punic Wars were a gargantuan conflict fought between the two great powers of the Mediterranean world. On one end was the Roman Republic that was emerging in central Italy. On the other side was the sea faring power, Carthage that had already been well established in North Africa. They would unleash vast armies led by some of the greatest generals of history. The fate of Western Civilization hung in the balance. ==================== CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #roman #history #punicwars </video> <video> Vasco da Gama - Part 3 - Age of Discovery Description: Vasco da Gama takes command of the 4th Portuguese Armada and returns to India for his 2nd great voyage to the east. In his path he will leave a trail of destruction. One thing is clear, however, the Portuguese have come to stay. ================================== Big thanks to those in the Audience who helped me with the Portuguese translations!! Especially all those that sent me voice recordings - this episode is dedicated to you. Help out the show! CONTRIBUTE ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FPHx ================================== DOWNLOAD FLASH POINT HISTORY PODCAST EPISODES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... FOR ANDEROID USERS: http://fphistory.libsyn.com FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLASHPOINTHX/ VISIT ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FlashpointHx #age #discovery #vascdagama </video>

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We hear of great people in history all the time. The Caesars, the Elizabeths, the Napoleons, and the Genghis Khans. They may have been enlighten rulers or vile despots; great builders or the destroyers of civilization - but they all shared one thing. They were human, and as such they had hopes, dreams, aspirations, inner demons, and insecurities - like everyone else. These traits affected the course of humanity for better and for worse. Together, they have made us the global society we are today. Flash Point History is dedicated to making history accessible because when we look into the past we discover ourselves.

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