About this episode

This episode examines the consequences of the death of the emperor and the ensuing power struggles.

This episode, we examine the consequences of the death of the emperor and the typical game of musical chairs that begins whenever a vacuum of power presents itself.  Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugal Check out the fee tier and join the conversation! If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at historyofportugalpod@gmail.com Visit the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.com Credits: Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay Music: Rythm of War by Zakhar Valaha Positive Classical by Sonican Sunny Stars by Rockot Fantasy Medieval by DeusLower Mystical by Sonican Gunna by VYREBEATS War and Peace by Billy Ziogas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Rob Mendes

Topics covered

• power dynamics
• historical consequences
• monarchy
• political instability
• sovereignty games

Keywords

• emperor
• power vacuum
• musical chairs
• sovereignty
• historical analysis

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Organizations: Patreon, Acast

Books & works: Rythm of War, Positive Classical, Sunny Stars, Fantasy Medieval, War and Peace

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