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Why Afghanistan Is the Graveyard of Empires | Untold History
Afghanistan, known as the "Graveyard of Empires," has long been a stronghold against some of the world's most powerful military forces, from Alexander the Great to the British Empire, Soviet Union, and the United States. In this video, we uncover the fascinating history behind Afghanistan’s resilience and how its mountainous geography, strategic locations like the Hindu Kush and Khyber Pass, and the unyielding spirit of its people have shaped its legacy. Explore Afghanistan's ancient battles, guerrilla tactics, and the cultural strength that has made it a key player in global military history.
This deep dive into Afghanistan's role as a formidable defender is packed with historical insights and strategic lessons that continue to resonate today.
#AfghanHistory #GraveyardOfEmpires #Afghanistan #MilitaryHistory #GuerrillaWarfare #HinduKush #KhyberPass #AlexanderTheGreat #BritishEmpire #SovietInvasion #USWarInAfghanistan #HistoricalResilience #TribalIndependence #AfghanWar
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OUTLINE:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:15 Ancient Roots of Resistance
00:03:18 The Islamic Conquest and the Mongol Devastation
00:05:08 The British and the Anglo-Afghan Wars
00:06:59 The Soviet Invasion and Mujahideen Resistance
00:08:53 The U.S. and NATO Involvement (2001-2021)
00:11:11 The Geography of Afghanistan - The Natural Fortress
00:12:47 Cultural and Tribal Resistance - A Society Built on Independence
00:14:42 The Modern Legacy - Lessons Learned and Unlearned
00:16:52 Conclusion
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Why Do Empires Fall? Rome, China, and the USSR
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The Forgotten Shadows: Women Spies Who Changed WWII
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  • @NancyAlmighty
    @NancyAlmighty 7 днів тому

    from tower babel until now

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 8 днів тому

    Top content

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 9 днів тому

    Wow, interestingly presented

  • @fedinvestment
    @fedinvestment 10 днів тому

    👍👍👍

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 10 днів тому

    Wow

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 11 днів тому

    Informative

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 14 днів тому

    I like this video, keep this coming

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 16 днів тому

    Amazing

  • @emmetsweeney9236
    @emmetsweeney9236 19 днів тому

    No mystery at all. The "Sea Peoples" were Greek mercenaries, usually in the pay of the Persian Empire. Read Velikovsky's "Peoples of the Sea".

    • @Power_Prawnstar
      @Power_Prawnstar 18 днів тому

      There are Egyptian hieroglyphs showing them with helmets like the Phillistines.

  • @lieffers111
    @lieffers111 19 днів тому

    They obviously ran out of baby oil. The collapse following this was inevitable.

  • @Drbob369
    @Drbob369 20 днів тому

    Sea peoples were notorious for Diddy parties 😅😅

  • @Adlitch-Fipo
    @Adlitch-Fipo 20 днів тому

    You mean Russian empire

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 20 днів тому

      Absolutely, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 20 днів тому

      I spend hours and hours to research and find the historically factual data which is informative and educational for the audience. I am doing hard work to promote information. The world is changing, technology is Advancing and use of technology in ethical way is correct. Don't blame me or any other channel which is providing factual information. By the way I have disclosed it to youtube that what I am doing.

    • @Adlitch-Fipo
      @Adlitch-Fipo 20 днів тому

      @@Infinitiaverity k

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 20 днів тому

      Thank you Sir for being here.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 20 днів тому

      This is not a funny way. If it seems funny to you go and talk to youtube. I know how much hard work I do and I am satisfied it's not just a summary of any random page. I do spend hours to check if it's factual or not. I use stock footage because I can't afford paid visuals for now. I don't have resources and equipments to edit the videos in perfect way. Thank you so much for being here.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 20 днів тому

    Amazing man

  • @radnews7218
    @radnews7218 21 день тому

    What a boring, repetitive and flat presentation

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      Repetitive in sense of visuals? I am sorry sir there were not much visuals available according to the information and content of the video. I will try not to do it like this in the future. Thank you Sir.

  • @patrickparsons2378
    @patrickparsons2378 21 день тому

    He and his army would gave either been destroyed in Dacia or in Parthia, both areas he planned to invade. Little would have changed, except a delay to the rise of Octavius.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      Can you please analyze why his army would have been destroyed in Dacia or Parthia Sir ?

  • @QariFaisalkareemfarooqi
    @QariFaisalkareemfarooqi 21 день тому

  • @lionrock2023
    @lionrock2023 21 день тому

    nothing of great significance would actually have changed. He would have prevented the second civil war, and he would simply take history to where Augustus Caesar took it.. So a few tens of thousands of people who died would have lived.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      It is alternate history. So every scenario according to the analysis will look relevant.

    • @lionrock2023
      @lionrock2023 21 день тому

      @@Infinitiaverity you can do whatever you want, true. BUT you have to remember something, history does move a little like the sacred time line, the river of time tends to go back to where it needs to go.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      You are right here Sir. History will be true according to the historical records. Interpretation and analysis of alternate history may differ. Thank you Sir.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 21 день тому

    Visual maybe needs improvement but content is so much informative

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      I will try to improve it Sir, thank you very much.

  • @WaleedSandha.ik5cj
    @WaleedSandha.ik5cj 21 день тому

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @WaleedSandha.ik5cj
    @WaleedSandha.ik5cj 21 день тому

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  • @WaleedSandha.ik5cj
    @WaleedSandha.ik5cj 21 день тому

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  • @kha_2428
    @kha_2428 22 дні тому

    This is all a little bit of a reach

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 22 дні тому

      Elaborate please

    • @georgestauber2636
      @georgestauber2636 21 день тому

      Honestly the most unlikely thing would've been him gaining a real victory over Parthia. He might have gained a quick victory and a settlement but he wouldn't have conquered them. The same thing with Germania. Other than that the video seems more or less accurate.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 21 день тому

      It is an alternate history that's a few historical errors might have occurred. Making a 100% accurate video needs extensive research and a lot time to do it. I have to upload new video every day to keep delivering the information to the audience so their might be some slight errors. Thank you Sir for being here.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 24 дні тому

    Very interesting content

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 29 днів тому

    Top content

  • @MG-te9ub
    @MG-te9ub Місяць тому

    seems like a lot of women who took power based on their relation to a man

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      They have to, because it was a man dominant society.

    • @MG-te9ub
      @MG-te9ub Місяць тому

      @@Infinitiaverity I hope she sees this bro

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 29 днів тому

      For whom you are hoping for? 😀

    • @MG-te9ub
      @MG-te9ub 29 днів тому

      @@Infinitiaverity whomever you're trying to impress with the simping

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity 28 днів тому

      That was a good joke Sir. I am here to impress the audience not a single person. Thank you Sir.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    That's just amazing ❤️❤️

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Good content

  • @luisb630
    @luisb630 Місяць тому

    No audio bro. You'll have to re upload it.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      I am trying to figure it out. I had removed the background music because it was copyright protected but it muted all the video.

  • @vladimirprotein3275
    @vladimirprotein3275 Місяць тому

    First comment ❤

  • @Justliketree27Studio
    @Justliketree27Studio Місяць тому

    What happened to the sound? No audio?

  • @ladyagnes7781
    @ladyagnes7781 Місяць тому

    I had read that because of her bought with smallpox( that was almost fatal), it was believed that it left her infertile. Marriage would be risking sharing her power and bringing other things into her being that she didn't want. The one good thing would be a direct heir. If that wasn't a possibility there was no reason Taking Chances with anything else

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      As far as I know the some historian believes that she had testicular feminization. Greater cause was to save the throne going into the hands another family other than Tudors.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Wow

  • @byron8657
    @byron8657 Місяць тому

    Amongst all the Great conquerors Alexander the Great Julius Caesar Napoleon Bonaparte etc. Genghis Khan conquered the most vast land area k!

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Yes that's true. He was the most ruthless and tyrant unlike others.

  • @adamstrange7884
    @adamstrange7884 Місяць тому

    Combined arms and the hreatest Empire Builder in history also created a legacy so it lasted past his lifetime unlike Alexander.

  • @danieldelvalle5004
    @danieldelvalle5004 Місяць тому

    A viking with the Eiffel Tower and the Arche de Triomphe in flames? What's wrong with this picture?

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Eiffel tower is represention of Paris not vikings.

    • @danieldelvalle5004
      @danieldelvalle5004 Місяць тому

      @@Infinitiaverity true that, but if you reference vikings then you must be specific to the Paris of that era. If I put a picture of a Samurai superimposed on a picture of modern day Tokyo it would be historically inaccurate.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      You are right but I try to keep things simple I made videos for everyone there is a general audience which do not know much about history and the medieval Paris might be not known to them so I used the familiar imagery for them. I will try to improve it in future. Thank you Sir.

  • @limolnar
    @limolnar Місяць тому

    Using Medieval and 18th century imagery alongside 16th century is a choice.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Sometimes with free resources I am unable to find 100% perfect videos.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    That's top class content I am amazed

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Thank you very much Sir. Your compliments compel me to work hard.

  • @GregoryA.Anderson-lf8bq
    @GregoryA.Anderson-lf8bq Місяць тому

    Should have like little animated type of battle strategies instead of showing flags that are flying in the air

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      I will try to improve it in the coming videos Sir. Thank you very much for valuable suggestion.

  • @Justliketree27Studio
    @Justliketree27Studio Місяць тому

    Can you do one on the "knights of hospitaller".

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Sure, why not Sir. It will be the next video on the channel. Have you subscribed it?

    • @Justliketree27Studio
      @Justliketree27Studio Місяць тому

      @@Infinitiaverity yes, looking forward for more content on ancient and modern history!

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      I have started planning and researching about the topic you have provided. One video is going to be uploaded in few hours. And then the second video will be on your topic.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    I like it as always

  • @MichaelJoseph-ut3md
    @MichaelJoseph-ut3md Місяць тому

    They did change the course of French history. They forced the French king to grant them land for settlement. The Vikings became the Normans. The rest is history.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Absolutely, that's what narrated in this video Sir.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Interesting

  • @WaleedSandha.ik5cj
    @WaleedSandha.ik5cj Місяць тому

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  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    As always, top content

  • @UmarAlFarooq
    @UmarAlFarooq Місяць тому

    Very informative and straight to the point. I like it.

    • @Infinitiaverity
      @Infinitiaverity Місяць тому

      Thank you very much Sir, please keep visiting.

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Informative

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Welcome back.. Top video

  • @jaylenoschin8189
    @jaylenoschin8189 Місяць тому

    FYI, quadrillion = 1,000 trillion > 100 trillion

  • @QariFaisalkareemfarooqi
    @QariFaisalkareemfarooqi Місяць тому

  • @yetrendhai3479
    @yetrendhai3479 Місяць тому

    Wonder of the ancient world