The Republic of Venice
Summary
This episode unravels the captivating history of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic, from its unique origins as a landless city built on a lagoon to its evolution into a formidable maritime empire. It delves into how Venice leveraged trade, defied feudal norms, and made strategic moves like the Fourth Crusade to secure its unparalleled success. The discussion also covers its intense rivalries and remarkable ingenuity in adapting to shifting geopolitical and commercial landscapes.Episode description
Dr. Eleanor Janega is joined by historian Roger Crowley to unravel the captivating history of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic. How did this city, born from a lagoon, ride the changing tides of trade in the 15th century to evolve into a formidable maritime empire? From its unique social structures to its role in the Fourth Crusade, Eleanor and Roger take an in-depth look at Venice's unparalleled success and its challenges.
Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Rob Weinberg, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.
All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.
Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.
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