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How did Frederick Barbarossa reshape medieval Europe into the romantic legends that endure today?
Dr. Eleanor Janega finds out with help from Professor Graham Loud. They explore Barbarossa's dramatic reign, his conflicts with the Lombard League and the Italian city-states, as well as his pivotal role in two Crusades.
Hear about the extraordinary lengths Barbarossa went to secure safe passage for his army, his clash with the Byzantine Empire, and his fateful end during the Third Crusade.
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Holy Roman Empire
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eqNlsXu44G54sFUS68C13
Teutonic Knights
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0gUpGPLW74wnhDm7MI5h6V
Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Amy Haddow, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.
All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.
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