Khan's Den: Turkic and Steppe History episodes
Episode 4: Göktürk Civil War and Division | Rise and Fall of the Celestial Turks
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The Turkic Golden Era ends as the Göktürk Empire teeters on the brink of civil war following the death of Taspar. Amidst internal power struggles involving Ishbara, Apa, Amrak, and Tardush, the new Sue Dynasty in China poses a significant threat. The Göktürk nobles momentarily unite against China, leading to political chaos and economic decline, compounded by natural disasters. Bagha Khan's invasion of Sassanian Persia and unfolding secret alliances in Korea further escalate the turmoil. Will the Göktürks overcome these dark times? Discover the fate of this once-great empire in this episode.
#Göktürk, #civil war, #Taspar, #Sue Dynasty, #Ishbara, #Apa, #Amrak, #Tardush, #Great Wall, #Turko-Persian War, #Bagha Khan, #Sassanian Persia, #Goguryeo, #Byzantium, #China, #nomadic tribes, #political chaos
Timeline
00:00:Introduction
02:03:Recap: Taspar's fatal decision
05:08:Göktürk-Sui War of 583
08:03:Tardush vs Ishbara: China's Divide and Conquer Strategy
11:25:Unclear Conclusions
13:24:Tardush' Campaign to China
14:05:Who is to blame for the Göktürk Civil War?
17:35:Climate Change
19:54:Bagha's Decision: 1st Turko-Persian War
22:33:Göktürk Alliances with Goguryo and Byzantium