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Frederick II: The Wonder of the World - From Orphan to Europe's Most Powerful Emperor | Ep.88

Frederick II: The Wonder of the World - From Orphan to Europe's Most Powerful Emperor | Ep.88

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Frederick II: The Wonder of the World 👑

From orphaned street child to Europe's most powerful emperor

Orphaned at age 4 in 1198 Sicily, Frederick II defied impossible odds to become "Stupor Mundi." This forgotten child revolutionized medieval Europe through genius and controversy.

⚔️ Discover Medieval Genius:

• How diplomacy reclaimed Jerusalem when crusades failed

• Why he built Europe's first secular university

• What scientific experiments shocked medieval minds

• How Christian, Muslim, Jewish scholars united at court

• When one ruler challenged papal authority forever

• What legacy still influences Europe today

Through the eyes of chroniclers and enemies alike, witness medieval Europe's transformation. A multicultural visionary emerged from chaos to reshape an entire continent.

About Saving History: Epic medieval tales revealing Europe's hidden past. 50,000+ monthly listeners. New episodes monthly.

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Episode Duration: 42 minutes

Host: Monte Schumacher - Medieval historian & castle restoration expert
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