The 26-Year War That Brought Two Empires to Their Knees ⚔️ #history

Añadido: 2026-06-01

[00:00:02]The war between the Sasanian Empire and the Byzantine Empire lasted over 26 continuous years. It was one of the longest and most brutal wars of its time.

[00:00:15]Persian forces reached the gates of Constantinople and controlled Egypt, Syria, and Anatolia for a time.

[00:00:24]The war devastated both empires economically and socially.

[00:00:30]It severely weakened both sides, paving the way for the Islamic conquests soon after.

[00:00:37]The war ended with the defeat of the Sasanians, the death of Khosrow II, and near collapse of the empire.

[00:00:46]Follow episode 25, "How Islam Entered Persia".