Let’s Go!!! I’m so excited about this series! I truly appreciate your writing and now this channel. Your audiobooks have gotten me through many a work day as a heavy equipment mechanic. I also am grateful to be first in the thread today 😊 Thank you again from Southern Georgia, USA!!!
I feel grateful to have come across this channel. It feels like "Yale Courses" in substance, but obviously a historical and solo channel. I wonder how many other channels are like it.
I found out about you through my ancient history proffesor at uni, and I have to say you are a great lecturer and an inspiration, especially in these times when commiting your life to studying history is seen as a waste of time, and the future for most humanities departments (in my conuntry at least) is looking quite grim. Wish you all the best! Sincerely, a history student from Croatia.
This is a great series. I sometimes have an episode or two playing whilst I crack on with tasks and don't have time or the hands free to read one of your books. Many thanks for posting these up
If you love these talks as much as I do then you owe it to yourself to read/listen to Adrian’s books. I’ve never been the hype-man type, but I will get on my stump and say he is as brilliant of a writer as he is a lecturer. I’ve burned through all his non-fiction stuff on audible in a month. Guy is the real deal. I normally would not shamelessly promote random people on the internet, but he’s too good for the paltry views this amazing series is returning.
I completely agree. People love this type of content, and his book on Philip and Alexander was brilliant. It should be as widely ready as Tom Holland's books.
Dr golds worthy I’ve read all your books your knowledge of the ancient world and witty way of making it even more fascinating than it already is is truly remarkable
Always a pleasure to listen to this series. I tend to not rate Pompey as high as his titles would suggest. I would agree with your statement he struggled against very able commanders. Hard to see him winning some of the victories Caesar was able to perform in Gaul. At the same time I imagine Pompey handling those campaigns entirely different. Would love an episode on Sertorius if that is a topic that also interests you. He is very underrated for a Roman commander.
One fun anecdote I remember reading was Caesar telling his men to try to stab Pompey's men in the face, as they were young men and wouldn't want a scarred face. The tactic worked and many of Pompey's men bolted upon first contact.
@@joebombero1 Mmmm In the Battle of Munda, 45 BCE, Julius Caesar had 55,000 vs the forces of the Pompeian faction of 70,000 Both sides had veterans and professional Roman soldiers.
Hi Dr Goldsworthy. As a Roman history tragic thank you so much for this channel. Just discovered it and it is amazing. I know you have a bit on at the moment, but I would love to see you do a deep dive video reviewing and critiquing the Master of Rome novel series by Colleen McCullough I personally enjoy them (even if she can be a bit of a Ceaser and particularlyOctavianworshipper) and would love to hear an historian's point of views. By the way, I am 2 books into your Napoleonic Soldier series, and while book 1 took a while to kick off , I am thoroughly enjoying them. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
If I ever write an Rome series and need an advisor, Adrian Goldsworthy would be my first pick. I seen your Pharos Lecture, "These works are meant to be subscribed to a larger audience". regarding historical detail found in sourcing appealing to an audience. Which is the same kind of quote I think Harry Sidebottom would subscribe to in his Ballista character in his Warrior of Rome book series. What RUclips is lacking, in my opinion, is the historical accuracy, authenticity, and narrative in video games. Rome 2, Assassins Creed Odyssey, Origins, etc.. and how well the game developers tried to appeal to the larger audience and accuracy. Rome 1 had more intrigue within the game mechanics and I know there is a point that it isn't entertainment, its research but it is still a great idea for a video. Cheers.
Out of curiosity: What is the original term Pliny uses to describe Albanians in his record of Pompey's achievements? There is an ongoing debate about when Albanians were first mentioned historically. And of course, an ancient ethnonym may refer to a completely different group of people or even peoples. But still interesting.
I'm intriguid (not say concerned or frustrated) because the YT algorithm was incapable of recommending me Dr. Adrian's channel after more than a year that it has been going around... How can I mass-like all videos? 😅
You forgot to mention Cassius, one of the plotters against Caesar, was one of the Roman officers who continued to fight the Persians during the retreat until his men made it back to safety.
If i was a rival senator, I would block the land bill knowing that it would have made the veteran legions even more loyal to Pompey knowing that he delivered on his promise to them..remembering that Pompey also served under Sulla and hence a potential threat.
Pompey was popular and had a long history of conquest. Egypt was filled with subplots and ambitious people. It would have been dangerous to keep him alive. He may have emerged at any moment on the side of some palace coup.
Where is this land? How about the "vacant" land along the slopes of Pompeii? Nope. Already claimed by massive vinyard plantations. No matter where you choose, some wealthy merchant is making coin with that unclaimed land - even grazing herds of cows or sheep or goats. These merchants would be happy to bribe senators to look elsewhere for these veterans to settle.
Babe, wake up, Dr. Goldsworthy just uploaded!
Thanks
@@macgordonaberese-ako4587are you his babe?
Congratulations on passing the 4k subscriber mark.
You deserve 10,000x that, Sir.
Your lectures in this series is great. The more the better.
Let’s Go!!! I’m so excited about this series! I truly appreciate your writing and now this channel. Your audiobooks have gotten me through many a work day as a heavy equipment mechanic. I also am grateful to be first in the thread today 😊 Thank you again from Southern Georgia, USA!!!
I second that. It feels like a rare gem.
I feel grateful to have come across this channel. It feels like "Yale Courses" in substance, but obviously a historical and solo channel. I wonder how many other channels are like it.
I found out about you through my ancient history proffesor at uni, and I have to say you are a great lecturer and an inspiration, especially in these times when commiting your life to studying history is seen as a waste of time, and the future for most humanities departments (in my conuntry at least) is looking quite grim. Wish you all the best!
Sincerely,
a history student from Croatia.
This is a great series. I sometimes have an episode or two playing whilst I crack on with tasks and don't have time or the hands free to read one of your books. Many thanks for posting these up
If you love these talks as much as I do then you owe it to yourself to read/listen to Adrian’s books. I’ve never been the hype-man type, but I will get on my stump and say he is as brilliant of a writer as he is a lecturer. I’ve burned through all his non-fiction stuff on audible in a month. Guy is the real deal. I normally would not shamelessly promote random people on the internet, but he’s too good for the paltry views this amazing series is returning.
I completely agree. People love this type of content, and his book on Philip and Alexander was brilliant. It should be as widely ready as Tom Holland's books.
Excellent as always!! These lectures are how I start my morning, while playing Rome Total War 😎
Good morning Adrian. Good to see you again.
2 episodes of the conquered and the proud back to back!! Lets goo
Dr golds worthy I’ve read all your books your knowledge of the ancient world and witty way of making it even more fascinating than it already is is truly remarkable
Such a great series
I think I speak for everyone when I ask what the rest of your DVD collection looks like?
What in THE heck does THE Professor like to watch!?
He doesn't want people to see the full collection of Harry Potter vids hahaha
@@joebombero1 Probably true!! 😂
Always a pleasure to listen to this series. I tend to not rate Pompey as high as his titles would suggest. I would agree with your statement he struggled against very able commanders. Hard to see him winning some of the victories Caesar was able to perform in Gaul. At the same time I imagine Pompey handling those campaigns entirely different.
Would love an episode on Sertorius if that is a topic that also interests you. He is very underrated for a Roman commander.
A Roman rebel commander
Thank you Professor Adrian.
thank you for these videos sir
I've read a couple of the books (paid for them too), this really is very good stuff indeed, really enjoying it.
One amazing point about this coming civil war is that Julius Caesar and his armies were outnumbered all the time and yet they kept winning.
Veterans versus raw recruits
One fun anecdote I remember reading was Caesar telling his men to try to stab Pompey's men in the face, as they were young men and wouldn't want a scarred face. The tactic worked and many of Pompey's men bolted upon first contact.
@@joebombero1 Alexander said something similar to his troops
@@joebombero1 Mmmm In the Battle of Munda, 45 BCE, Julius Caesar had 55,000 vs the forces of the Pompeian faction of 70,000
Both sides had veterans and professional Roman soldiers.
Hello Adrian
I suggest you use white rectangle with black font.
Light blue has serious contrast issues.
Hi Dr Goldsworthy. As a Roman history tragic thank you so much for this channel. Just discovered it and it is amazing.
I know you have a bit on at the moment, but I would love to see you do a deep dive video reviewing and critiquing the Master of Rome novel series by Colleen McCullough
I personally enjoy them (even if she can be a bit of a Ceaser and particularlyOctavianworshipper) and would love to hear an historian's point of views.
By the way, I am 2 books into your Napoleonic Soldier series, and while book 1 took a while to kick off , I am thoroughly enjoying them. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
If I ever write an Rome series and need an advisor, Adrian Goldsworthy would be my first pick. I seen your Pharos Lecture, "These works are meant to be subscribed to a larger audience". regarding historical detail found in sourcing appealing to an audience. Which is the same kind of quote I think Harry Sidebottom would subscribe to in his Ballista character in his Warrior of Rome book series. What RUclips is lacking, in my opinion, is the historical accuracy, authenticity, and narrative in video games. Rome 2, Assassins Creed Odyssey, Origins, etc.. and how well the game developers tried to appeal to the larger audience and accuracy. Rome 1 had more intrigue within the game mechanics and I know there is a point that it isn't entertainment, its research but it is still a great idea for a video. Cheers.
Slow and sure, those subscriptions are increasing. 👍
Out of curiosity: What is the original term Pliny uses to describe Albanians in his record of Pompey's achievements? There is an ongoing debate about when Albanians were first mentioned historically. And of course, an ancient ethnonym may refer to a completely different group of people or even peoples. But still interesting.
These Albanians are in the Caucasus Mountains. The same goes for the Iberians in this case.
Was the dung poured upon Cato the Younger or upon Bibulus?
I'm intriguid (not say concerned or frustrated) because the YT algorithm was incapable of recommending me Dr. Adrian's channel after more than a year that it has been going around...
How can I mass-like all videos? 😅
You forgot to mention Cassius, one of the plotters against Caesar, was one of the Roman officers who continued to fight the Persians during the retreat until his men made it back to safety.
What became of the debts owed to Crassus after his death & the death of his son?
If i was a rival senator, I would block the land bill knowing that it would have made the veteran legions even more loyal to Pompey knowing that he delivered on his promise to them..remembering that Pompey also served under Sulla and hence a potential threat.
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Let's go
I wonder why Pompey was murdered instead of being held hostage for Caesar?
Pompey was popular and had a long history of conquest. Egypt was filled with subplots and ambitious people. It would have been dangerous to keep him alive. He may have emerged at any moment on the side of some palace coup.
@@joebombero1 thank you
@@joebombero1really? .. IIRC reading that Pompey was murdered thinking that it would gain Ptolemy favour with Caesar.
Both sound right.
Why wouldn’t the senate give the soldiers land and make the army loyal to them.
Where is this land? How about the "vacant" land along the slopes of Pompeii? Nope. Already claimed by massive vinyard plantations. No matter where you choose, some wealthy merchant is making coin with that unclaimed land - even grazing herds of cows or sheep or goats. These merchants would be happy to bribe senators to look elsewhere for these veterans to settle.
I cant find anything Redeeming about Crassus. Pompey on the other hand is Magnus !!