Episode 280
AWA280 - When guides betray
Ancient Warfare Podcast · The History Network
November 24, 202310m 52s
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Show Notes
Murray is asked, 'I am reading about Spanish Conquistadors. Since they were unfamiliar with the land, they would capture local tribe members and force them to act as guides. On many occasions, the guides would deliberately lead them astray to be attacked or direct them away from villages. Are there any notable incidents in ancient warfare where this occurred?'
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