Sack Of Magdeburg: The Deadliest Siege Of The Thirty Years' War

In 1631, the city of Magdeburg was one of Europe’s most prosperous hubs. By the end of the year, it was a smoking graveyard. This documentary dives into the harrowing mid-point of the 30 Years War, using the firsthand accounts of those who lived through it. From the strategic brilliance and cold-blooded diplomacy of Cardinal Richelieu to the desperate survival of a mercenary soldier, discover how a religious dispute transformed into a continental struggle for survival that redefined the borders of the modern world. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact [email protected]