Compact Warfare
Welcome to Compact Warfare, the podcast where we explore history's most pivotal battles, military strategies, and key moments of conflict in short bite-sized chunks. From ancient skirmishes and medieval sieges to the modern-day theatres of war, each episode delivers a concise and engaging breakdown of the tactics, innovations, and historical figures that shaped the course of warfare. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious listeners alike, Compact Warfare makes understanding the complexities of military history both accessible and captivating, all in the time it takes to make a coffee.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 42
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Battle of Hastings: How William Conquered England
In episode 2 of the 5 Minute Warfare podcast, we head to 1066, when the fate of England was decided at the Battle of Hastings. William of Normandy faced King Harold II in a clash that would forever a…
The Battle of Thermopylae: 300 Spartans Against an Empire
Welcome to the first episode of 5 Minute Warfare. In this episode, we take you back to 480 BCE, where one of history's most legendary last stands took place at the Battle of Thermopylae. Facing the o…