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    <itunes:title>Bonus Episode: Jews and Judaism during the Thirty Years War</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to this special bonus episode from my friend Ben! Jews were a group I mentioned during the war sparsely, but thanks to him, you guys will get a clearer image of their status and history during the war. And it's not what many of you may think! Thanks for listening, and I hope you enjoy! Sources: Israel, J. I. (1985). European Jewry in the Age of Mercantilism 1550–1750. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198219286.001.0001 World Jewish Congress. (2024, September 20). Community ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to this special bonus episode from my friend Ben! Jews were a group I mentioned during the war sparsely, but thanks to him, you guys will get a clearer image of their status and history during the war. And it&apos;s not what many of you may think! Thanks for listening, and I hope you enjoy!</p><p>Sources:</p><p>Israel, J. I. (1985). <em>European Jewry in the Age of Mercantilism 1550–1750</em>. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198219286.001.0001</p><p>World Jewish Congress. (2024, September 20). <em>Community in Denmark - World Jewish Congress</em>. https://www.worldjewishcongress.org/en/about/communities/dk</p><p><em>The Long Road Towards Equal Rights - History of the Jews in Vienna</em>. (2007, August 24). https://www.wien.gv.at/english/culture/jewishvienna/history/equal-rights.html</p><p><em>SWEDEN - JewishEncyclopedia.com</em>. (n.d.). https://www.jewishencyclopedia.com/articles/14147-sweden</p><p>Bradbury, J. (1997). <em>Philip Augustus: King of France 1180-1223</em>. Routledge.</p><p><em>The Code Noir (The Black Code) · LIBERTY, EQUALITY, FRATERNITY: EXPLORING THE FRENCH REVOLUTION</em>. (n.d.). https://revolution.chnm.org/d/335/</p><p><em>Union of Utrecht 1579</em>. (n.d.). https://constitution.org/1-Constitution/cons/dutch/Union_Utrecht_1579.html</p><p>Israel, J. I. (1998). <em>The Dutch Republic: Its Rise, Greatness and Fall, 1477-1806</em>. Oxford University Press.</p><p><em>The Thirty Years’ War</em>. (n.d.). http://www.fsmitha.com/h3/h25-war.html</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to this special bonus episode from my friend Ben! Jews were a group I mentioned during the war sparsely, but thanks to him, you guys will get a clearer image of their status and history during the war. And it&apos;s not what many of you may think! Thanks for listening, and I hope you enjoy!</p><p>Sources:</p><p>Israel, J. I. (1985). <em>European Jewry in the Age of Mercantilism 1550–1750</em>. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198219286.001.0001</p><p>World Jewish Congress. (2024, September 20). <em>Community in Denmark - World Jewish Congress</em>. https://www.worldjewishcongress.org/en/about/communities/dk</p><p><em>The Long Road Towards Equal Rights - History of the Jews in Vienna</em>. (2007, August 24). https://www.wien.gv.at/english/culture/jewishvienna/history/equal-rights.html</p><p><em>SWEDEN - JewishEncyclopedia.com</em>. (n.d.). https://www.jewishencyclopedia.com/articles/14147-sweden</p><p>Bradbury, J. (1997). <em>Philip Augustus: King of France 1180-1223</em>. Routledge.</p><p><em>The Code Noir (The Black Code) · LIBERTY, EQUALITY, FRATERNITY: EXPLORING THE FRENCH REVOLUTION</em>. (n.d.). https://revolution.chnm.org/d/335/</p><p><em>Union of Utrecht 1579</em>. (n.d.). https://constitution.org/1-Constitution/cons/dutch/Union_Utrecht_1579.html</p><p>Israel, J. I. (1998). <em>The Dutch Republic: Its Rise, Greatness and Fall, 1477-1806</em>. Oxford University Press.</p><p><em>The Thirty Years’ War</em>. (n.d.). http://www.fsmitha.com/h3/h25-war.html</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the final episode! We have traversed thirty years, and now we see the aftermath of the war. There is way more than I can cover, so I hope you found an interest to look for yourself what this war did to change Europe. Religion, international diplomacy, and how war was fought all changed as a result of this war. Thank you for listening to me ramble for four years! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://thr...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the final episode! We have traversed thirty years, and now we see the aftermath of the war. There is way more than I can cover, so I hope you found an interest to look for yourself what this war did to change Europe. Religion, international diplomacy, and how war was fought all changed as a result of this war. Thank you for listening to me ramble for four years!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 102: The Peace of Westphalia</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Thank you for listening to me for long! We cover the end and effects of the Thirty Years War this week. The war that devastated Germany for thirty years finally came to and end, and the European world would be changed, whether it wanted or not. No area sees this much war and doesn't change as a result. I hope you enjoyed this episode, and I'll see you next time with my continued epilogue! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Thank you for listening to me for long! We cover the end and effects of the Thirty Years War this week. The war that devastated Germany for thirty years finally came to and end, and the European world would be changed, whether it wanted or not. No area sees this much war and doesn&apos;t change as a result. I hope you enjoyed this episode, and I&apos;ll see you next time with my continued epilogue!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Thank you for listening to me for long! We cover the end and effects of the Thirty Years War this week. The war that devastated Germany for thirty years finally came to and end, and the European world would be changed, whether it wanted or not. No area sees this much war and doesn&apos;t change as a result. I hope you enjoyed this episode, and I&apos;ll see you next time with my continued epilogue!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! We come to the end to the war as the last fights of the war come to an end, the Treaty of Westphalia coming into being. The Siege of Prague was the last major battle of the war, and one of the most famous battles of the war. Thirty years of war has come to an end, and everyone will soon need to deal with the consequences of the war. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We come to the end to the war as the last fights of the war come to an end, the Treaty of Westphalia coming into being. The Siege of Prague was the last major battle of the war, and one of the most famous battles of the war. Thirty years of war has come to an end, and everyone will soon need to deal with the consequences of the war. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We come to the end to the war as the last fights of the war come to an end, the Treaty of Westphalia coming into being. The Siege of Prague was the last major battle of the war, and one of the most famous battles of the war. Thirty years of war has come to an end, and everyone will soon need to deal with the consequences of the war. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! I just realized this the 100th episode! Thank you all for listening for so long! This week we cover the start of the campaign that leads to the Siege of Prague, the last campaign of the war. It was the last gasp of major fighting as the Peace of Westphalia comes together. Both sides struggle as the allies advance upon their enemy. I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Webs...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I just realized this the 100th episode! Thank you all for listening for so long! This week we cover the start of the campaign that leads to the Siege of Prague, the last campaign of the war. It was the last gasp of major fighting as the Peace of Westphalia comes together. Both sides struggle as the allies advance upon their enemy. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I just realized this the 100th episode! Thank you all for listening for so long! This week we cover the start of the campaign that leads to the Siege of Prague, the last campaign of the war. It was the last gasp of major fighting as the Peace of Westphalia comes together. Both sides struggle as the allies advance upon their enemy. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! We cover the side content of the war as the Spanish and Dutch create a peace that would bring an end to their over half a century war. France gets the rough side of this, and the last distractions fall away as the war gears up for one more campaign. Thank you for listening and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We cover the side content of the war as the Spanish and Dutch create a peace that would bring an end to their over half a century war. France gets the rough side of this, and the last distractions fall away as the war gears up for one more campaign. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We cover the side content of the war as the Spanish and Dutch create a peace that would bring an end to their over half a century war. France gets the rough side of this, and the last distractions fall away as the war gears up for one more campaign. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the re-entry of Bavaria and Colonge in the war as the Truce of Ulm collapses. Can the imperials improve their positions for the negotiations? Sorry for the audio quality, but I'm a bit too sick to rerecord it. And to correct one error, when I say six thousand six hundred, I meant 660,000. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://thre...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the re-entry of Bavaria and Colonge in the war as the Truce of Ulm collapses. Can the imperials improve their positions for the negotiations? Sorry for the audio quality, but I&apos;m a bit too sick to rerecord it. And to correct one error, when I say six thousand six hundred, I meant 660,000. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the re-entry of Bavaria and Colonge in the war as the Truce of Ulm collapses. Can the imperials improve their positions for the negotiations? Sorry for the audio quality, but I&apos;m a bit too sick to rerecord it. And to correct one error, when I say six thousand six hundred, I meant 660,000. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 97: Beginning of the End</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry for being a day late, and this week we cover more diplomacy, this time based around Spain and the Austrians. I also cover what the militaries were up to during the Ulm Truce, and how we start to move into the final campaigns of the war as everyone positioned themselves for their final status at the Westphalian talks. I hope you guys enjoy, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Websit...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for being a day late, and this week we cover more diplomacy, this time based around Spain and the Austrians. I also cover what the militaries were up to during the Ulm Truce, and how we start to move into the final campaigns of the war as everyone positioned themselves for their final status at the Westphalian talks. I hope you guys enjoy, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for being a day late, and this week we cover more diplomacy, this time based around Spain and the Austrians. I also cover what the militaries were up to during the Ulm Truce, and how we start to move into the final campaigns of the war as everyone positioned themselves for their final status at the Westphalian talks. I hope you guys enjoy, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 96: The Growing Peace</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 96: The Growing Peace</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we go over the debates over the reality of peace and what it would be for the HRE. The main focus was on amnesty and restitution, as well as what the normative year would be for the empire. Politics is politics, but there was a growing consensus that hadn't been there for years. Please review and spread the word, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecades...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over the debates over the reality of peace and what it would be for the HRE. The main focus was on amnesty and restitution, as well as what the normative year would be for the empire. Politics is politics, but there was a growing consensus that hadn&apos;t been there for years. Please review and spread the word, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over the debates over the reality of peace and what it would be for the HRE. The main focus was on amnesty and restitution, as well as what the normative year would be for the empire. Politics is politics, but there was a growing consensus that hadn&apos;t been there for years. Please review and spread the word, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 95: Brandenburg </itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 95: Brandenburg </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we go over more of the diplomatic side of the war, showing how land would be used to help negotiate, and how the Austrians used their hand effectively to keep what they needed. The war was dying off in terms of major battles, with only one or two left. I hope you enjoy the episode, and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over more of the diplomatic side of the war, showing how land would be used to help negotiate, and how the Austrians used their hand effectively to keep what they needed. The war was dying off in terms of major battles, with only one or two left. I hope you enjoy the episode, and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over more of the diplomatic side of the war, showing how land would be used to help negotiate, and how the Austrians used their hand effectively to keep what they needed. The war was dying off in terms of major battles, with only one or two left. I hope you enjoy the episode, and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 94: The Hessian War</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 94: The Hessian War</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover a conflict between two factions of Hessen-Kassel, and the degradation of the imperial army. The Swedes also make small gains as they capture a prize for the ages. Things are not going well for the imperial forces, and it's becoming more clear that everyone was tired and this war needed to end for everyone. Thanks for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Websit...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover a conflict between two factions of Hessen-Kassel, and the degradation of the imperial army. The Swedes also make small gains as they capture a prize for the ages. Things are not going well for the imperial forces, and it&apos;s becoming more clear that everyone was tired and this war needed to end for everyone. Thanks for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover a conflict between two factions of Hessen-Kassel, and the degradation of the imperial army. The Swedes also make small gains as they capture a prize for the ages. Things are not going well for the imperial forces, and it&apos;s becoming more clear that everyone was tired and this war needed to end for everyone. Thanks for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 93: 1646</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 93: 1646</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Today we cover the events of 1646 as the war starts to come to an end. Granted the beginning of the end is still three years, but after nearly thirty years of on-and-off war, just having an end in sight is a relief. But like always, peace negotiations take time, and war continues as the fighting enters Westphalia, the sight of the negotiations. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we cover the events of 1646 as the war starts to come to an end. Granted the beginning of the end is still three years, but after nearly thirty years of on-and-off war, just having an end in sight is a relief. But like always, peace negotiations take time, and war continues as the fighting enters Westphalia, the sight of the negotiations. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we cover the events of 1646 as the war starts to come to an end. Granted the beginning of the end is still three years, but after nearly thirty years of on-and-off war, just having an end in sight is a relief. But like always, peace negotiations take time, and war continues as the fighting enters Westphalia, the sight of the negotiations. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 92: The Aftermath of 1645</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 92: The Aftermath of 1645</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! The year of 1645 comes to an end as all the battles and diplomacy of 1645 shows what effect it had. This war has been long, but we only have three years left as the factions inch closer to a full peace. That doesn't mean that we don't have battles to go, but the negotiations at Westphalia will become more tangible. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: http...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! The year of 1645 comes to an end as all the battles and diplomacy of 1645 shows what effect it had. This war has been long, but we only have three years left as the factions inch closer to a full peace. That doesn&apos;t mean that we don&apos;t have battles to go, but the negotiations at Westphalia will become more tangible. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! The year of 1645 comes to an end as all the battles and diplomacy of 1645 shows what effect it had. This war has been long, but we only have three years left as the factions inch closer to a full peace. That doesn&apos;t mean that we don&apos;t have battles to go, but the negotiations at Westphalia will become more tangible. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 91: The Battle of Allerheim</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 91: The Battle of Allerheim</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we near the end 1645 with the Battle of Allerheim. There has been swings and roundabouts, but the allied Swedes and French press on the Habsburg and Bavarian forces. D'Enghien clashes with Mercy and access to Bavaria is on the line. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we near the end 1645 with the Battle of Allerheim. There has been swings and roundabouts, but the allied Swedes and French press on the Habsburg and Bavarian forces. D&apos;Enghien clashes with Mercy and access to Bavaria is on the line. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we near the end 1645 with the Battle of Allerheim. There has been swings and roundabouts, but the allied Swedes and French press on the Habsburg and Bavarian forces. D&apos;Enghien clashes with Mercy and access to Bavaria is on the line. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>480</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 90: Strike into Austria</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 90: Strike into Austria</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the Swedish campaign into Austrian territory that threatens the heartlands of the Habsburgs, along with the Battle of Herbsthausen. 1645 will be full of battles, and we have only reached the middle of them as we near the last few years of the war. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Swedish campaign into Austrian territory that threatens the heartlands of the Habsburgs, along with the Battle of Herbsthausen. 1645 will be full of battles, and we have only reached the middle of them as we near the last few years of the war. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Swedish campaign into Austrian territory that threatens the heartlands of the Habsburgs, along with the Battle of Herbsthausen. 1645 will be full of battles, and we have only reached the middle of them as we near the last few years of the war. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>720</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 89: The Battle of Jankau</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 89: The Battle of Jankau</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! There might be a bit of tinny audio at the start, but I had to get a new computer so I have to adjust to that. But we move back into the war as the first battle of the year, the Battle of Jankau! We see if the Imperials can beat the Swedes, fresh off the war with Denmark. Thank you for listening and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! There might be a bit of tinny audio at the start, but I had to get a new computer so I have to adjust to that. But we move back into the war as the first battle of the year, the Battle of Jankau! We see if the Imperials can beat the Swedes, fresh off the war with Denmark. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! There might be a bit of tinny audio at the start, but I had to get a new computer so I have to adjust to that. But we move back into the war as the first battle of the year, the Battle of Jankau! We see if the Imperials can beat the Swedes, fresh off the war with Denmark. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 88: Denmark vs Sweden Pt 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 88: Denmark vs Sweden Pt 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! We come to a swift end of the war. Last time Sweden was in a tight spot as they invaded their neighbor, but fate turns for them as the rest of the war continues. Outside forces come in to help, but will they be enough for the Danish to beat their neighbor? Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We come to a swift end of the war. Last time Sweden was in a tight spot as they invaded their neighbor, but fate turns for them as the rest of the war continues. Outside forces come in to help, but will they be enough for the Danish to beat their neighbor? Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We come to a swift end of the war. Last time Sweden was in a tight spot as they invaded their neighbor, but fate turns for them as the rest of the war continues. Outside forces come in to help, but will they be enough for the Danish to beat their neighbor? Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 87: Denmark vs Sweden Pt 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 87: Denmark vs Sweden Pt 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we go on a linked diversion to a smaller war between Denmark and Sweden, with political consequences on the line for each side of the war. The two rivals had many reasons they could go to war, but today we learn exactly why Sweden decided to go to war in the middle of a major one against the HRE! Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://three...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go on a linked diversion to a smaller war between Denmark and Sweden, with political consequences on the line for each side of the war. The two rivals had many reasons they could go to war, but today we learn exactly why Sweden decided to go to war in the middle of a major one against the HRE! Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go on a linked diversion to a smaller war between Denmark and Sweden, with political consequences on the line for each side of the war. The two rivals had many reasons they could go to war, but today we learn exactly why Sweden decided to go to war in the middle of a major one against the HRE! Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 86: The Battle of Freiburg</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 86: The Battle of Freiburg</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Today we move beyond negotiations and politics to another form of politics, and cover the Battle of Freiburg. This was a very focused campaign, and is a more well-known battle of the Thirty Years War. Definitely a brutal battle if nothing else. I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we move beyond negotiations and politics to another form of politics, and cover the Battle of Freiburg. This was a very focused campaign, and is a more well-known battle of the Thirty Years War. Definitely a brutal battle if nothing else. I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we move beyond negotiations and politics to another form of politics, and cover the Battle of Freiburg. This was a very focused campaign, and is a more well-known battle of the Thirty Years War. Definitely a brutal battle if nothing else. I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 85: The Congress of Westphalia</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 85: The Congress of Westphalia</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we got a long one, and this episode was a lot, though it was fun. I cover the start of the Congress of Westphalia, which would ultimately lead to the Treaty of Westphalia, though that is a few years out. There is a lot going on, but I hope this summarizing lets you guys get a grasp on it. Please review and comment, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecad...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we got a long one, and this episode was a lot, though it was fun. I cover the start of the Congress of Westphalia, which would ultimately lead to the Treaty of Westphalia, though that is a few years out. There is a lot going on, but I hope this summarizing lets you guys get a grasp on it. Please review and comment, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we got a long one, and this episode was a lot, though it was fun. I cover the start of the Congress of Westphalia, which would ultimately lead to the Treaty of Westphalia, though that is a few years out. There is a lot going on, but I hope this summarizing lets you guys get a grasp on it. Please review and comment, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 84: The Battle of Rocroi</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 84: The Battle of Rocroi</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! We finish  up our little side adventure with the Battle of Rocroi. It's a bit short, but this does provide a good conclusion for this other aspect that tied to the Thirty Years War. This is one of the most famous battles of this war and era, and soon the Westphalian Peace Talks would begin, which would be where the war would end in a few years. I hope you enjoyed this and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We finish  up our little side adventure with the Battle of Rocroi. It&apos;s a bit short, but this does provide a good conclusion for this other aspect that tied to the Thirty Years War. This is one of the most famous battles of this war and era, and soon the Westphalian Peace Talks would begin, which would be where the war would end in a few years. I hope you enjoyed this and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! We finish  up our little side adventure with the Battle of Rocroi. It&apos;s a bit short, but this does provide a good conclusion for this other aspect that tied to the Thirty Years War. This is one of the most famous battles of this war and era, and soon the Westphalian Peace Talks would begin, which would be where the war would end in a few years. I hope you enjoyed this and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 83: Spain vs France: The Netherlands</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 83: Spain vs France: The Netherlands</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry for the late episode, but here we have the war in the north, with Spain versus the Dutch and Spanish. It was just as messy as down south, but with more firm allies up north, France could have a better grasp, though Spain would not make it easy. But politics will also rear its ugly head, especially for Spain, whose lead minister was having issues internally and externally. I hope you enjoy and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook:...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the late episode, but here we have the war in the north, with Spain versus the Dutch and Spanish. It was just as messy as down south, but with more firm allies up north, France could have a better grasp, though Spain would not make it easy. But politics will also rear its ugly head, especially for Spain, whose lead minister was having issues internally and externally. I hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the late episode, but here we have the war in the north, with Spain versus the Dutch and Spanish. It was just as messy as down south, but with more firm allies up north, France could have a better grasp, though Spain would not make it easy. But politics will also rear its ugly head, especially for Spain, whose lead minister was having issues internally and externally. I hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 82: Spain vs France: Italy</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 82: Spain vs France: Italy</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the side war of France vs Spain, which would continue after the Thirty Years War ended. Rivals by dynasty, the pair were fighting over Europe even as the French were involved in Germany. And this week we cover the fighting in Italy and the Pyrenees, which was just as destructive as the other war. I hope you like it and I'll see you guys next time!  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: http...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the side war of France vs Spain, which would continue after the Thirty Years War ended. Rivals by dynasty, the pair were fighting over Europe even as the French were involved in Germany. And this week we cover the fighting in Italy and the Pyrenees, which was just as destructive as the other war. I hope you like it and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the side war of France vs Spain, which would continue after the Thirty Years War ended. Rivals by dynasty, the pair were fighting over Europe even as the French were involved in Germany. And this week we cover the fighting in Italy and the Pyrenees, which was just as destructive as the other war. I hope you like it and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 81: The Battle of Tuttlingen</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 81: The Battle of Tuttlingen</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the campaigning of 1643 and the Battle of Tuttlingen between the French and Imperials. Can the allies pull off another successful year like previous, or will the imperials be able to hold them back? I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the campaigning of 1643 and the Battle of Tuttlingen between the French and Imperials. Can the allies pull off another successful year like previous, or will the imperials be able to hold them back? I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the campaigning of 1643 and the Battle of Tuttlingen between the French and Imperials. Can the allies pull off another successful year like previous, or will the imperials be able to hold them back? I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 80: The Second Battle of Breitenfeld</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 80: The Second Battle of Breitenfeld</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! New mic is here, so we are back in business! Today I cover the second battle of Breitenfeld, and the repercussions of the battle for the diplomacy for the war.  The Habsburgs were not in a good state, and this victory could secure them a better position against the resurgent Swedes. We'll see what happens, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! New mic is here, so we are back in business! Today I cover the second battle of Breitenfeld, and the repercussions of the battle for the diplomacy for the war.  The Habsburgs were not in a good state, and this victory could secure them a better position against the resurgent Swedes. We&apos;ll see what happens, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! New mic is here, so we are back in business! Today I cover the second battle of Breitenfeld, and the repercussions of the battle for the diplomacy for the war.  The Habsburgs were not in a good state, and this victory could secure them a better position against the resurgent Swedes. We&apos;ll see what happens, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 79: The Battle of Kempen</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 79: The Battle of Kempen</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the new year! And with a new year comes a new episode! This time I cover the Battle of Kempen and the Swedish campaign with their new commander, Torstennson. And sorry for the sudden finish. My mic is having real issues during re-recording, so I decided to just drop the last couple seconds of my usual exit. I have new stuff coming soon, so I'll be good for then! I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadeso...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the new year! And with a new year comes a new episode! This time I cover the Battle of Kempen and the Swedish campaign with their new commander, Torstennson. And sorry for the sudden finish. My mic is having real issues during re-recording, so I decided to just drop the last couple seconds of my usual exit. I have new stuff coming soon, so I&apos;ll be good for then! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the new year! And with a new year comes a new episode! This time I cover the Battle of Kempen and the Swedish campaign with their new commander, Torstennson. And sorry for the sudden finish. My mic is having real issues during re-recording, so I decided to just drop the last couple seconds of my usual exit. I have new stuff coming soon, so I&apos;ll be good for then! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 78: The Battle of Wolfenbuttel</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 78: The Battle of Wolfenbuttel</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back and Merry early Christmas! This week I cover the Battle of Wolfenbuttel and the political consequences of it. This never stayed the same in this war, and the end of 1641 was no different. There will be no episode this month, due to to said holidays. I hope you guys enjoyed the episode and I'll see you guys next year! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Merry early Christmas! This week I cover the Battle of Wolfenbuttel and the political consequences of it. This never stayed the same in this war, and the end of 1641 was no different. There will be no episode this month, due to to said holidays. I hope you guys enjoyed the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next year!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Merry early Christmas! This week I cover the Battle of Wolfenbuttel and the political consequences of it. This never stayed the same in this war, and the end of 1641 was no different. There will be no episode this month, due to to said holidays. I hope you guys enjoyed the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next year!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 77: The Second Mutiny</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 77: The Second Mutiny</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back and hope my American watchers had a good Thanksgiving! This is week we cover Baner's last campaign and the resulting mutiny, and the way that the imperials tried to take advantage of that. France and Sweden have to work on their political issues, which you'll see if they do. I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and hope my American watchers had a good Thanksgiving! This is week we cover Baner&apos;s last campaign and the resulting mutiny, and the way that the imperials tried to take advantage of that. France and Sweden have to work on their political issues, which you&apos;ll see if they do. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and hope my American watchers had a good Thanksgiving! This is week we cover Baner&apos;s last campaign and the resulting mutiny, and the way that the imperials tried to take advantage of that. France and Sweden have to work on their political issues, which you&apos;ll see if they do. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 76: The Regensburg Reichstag</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 76: The Regensburg Reichstag</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover more widespread changes among the politics of the war, particularly with the imperials. Also add on armies adapting to new conditions of the war, and we can see how everyone is having to flow with the dynamics of the over two decades of war. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover more widespread changes among the politics of the war, particularly with the imperials. Also add on armies adapting to new conditions of the war, and we can see how everyone is having to flow with the dynamics of the over two decades of war. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover more widespread changes among the politics of the war, particularly with the imperials. Also add on armies adapting to new conditions of the war, and we can see how everyone is having to flow with the dynamics of the over two decades of war. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 75: The Northern War</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 75: The Northern War</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! The war changes it's dynamic as we move into the 1640s, and the beginning of the end of the war. We still have eight years to go, but we still have twists and turns as both sides try to gain the advantage over the other. And both sides have to deal with the consequences of fighting for so many years. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecade...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! The war changes it&apos;s dynamic as we move into the 1640s, and the beginning of the end of the war. We still have eight years to go, but we still have twists and turns as both sides try to gain the advantage over the other. And both sides have to deal with the consequences of fighting for so many years. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! The war changes it&apos;s dynamic as we move into the 1640s, and the beginning of the end of the war. We still have eight years to go, but we still have twists and turns as both sides try to gain the advantage over the other. And both sides have to deal with the consequences of fighting for so many years. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>609</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 74: The Neutral Armies</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 74: The Neutral Armies</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover more diplomacy, this time fighting over the command and control over a few independent armies scattered across Germany. They were hotly contested by the two sides of the war, and we will see how this plays out. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover more diplomacy, this time fighting over the command and control over a few independent armies scattered across Germany. They were hotly contested by the two sides of the war, and we will see how this plays out. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover more diplomacy, this time fighting over the command and control over a few independent armies scattered across Germany. They were hotly contested by the two sides of the war, and we will see how this plays out. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>772</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 73: The Fall of Breisach</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 73: The Fall of Breisach</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the fall of Breisach, and the aftereffects of the fall of one of the toughest fortresses in Europe. And the rise of a third factions adds to the complication of the diplomacy of the war, frustrating Ferdinand and the Swedes alike. But that is to be heard in the episode. I hope you enjoy the episode, and please review and spread the word! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecades...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the fall of Breisach, and the aftereffects of the fall of one of the toughest fortresses in Europe. And the rise of a third factions adds to the complication of the diplomacy of the war, frustrating Ferdinand and the Swedes alike. But that is to be heard in the episode. I hope you enjoy the episode, and please review and spread the word!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the fall of Breisach, and the aftereffects of the fall of one of the toughest fortresses in Europe. And the rise of a third factions adds to the complication of the diplomacy of the war, frustrating Ferdinand and the Swedes alike. But that is to be heard in the episode. I hope you enjoy the episode, and please review and spread the word!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>772</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 72: The Battle of Wittenweier</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 72: The Battle of Wittenweier</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we continue the Rhine campaign led by Bernhard, who continued to advance and besiege Breisach. But the imperials wouldn't just let him do that, so both sides would fight again. Thank you for listening and I'll see you next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we continue the Rhine campaign led by Bernhard, who continued to advance and besiege Breisach. But the imperials wouldn&apos;t just let him do that, so both sides would fight again. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we continue the Rhine campaign led by Bernhard, who continued to advance and besiege Breisach. But the imperials wouldn&apos;t just let him do that, so both sides would fight again. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>629</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 71: The Battle of Rheinfelden</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 71: The Battle of Rheinfelden</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Rheinfelden, the first part of a campaign along the Rhine by Bernhard. It won't be easy for the general, but let's see what happens. I want to thank you all for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Rheinfelden, the first part of a campaign along the Rhine by Bernhard. It won&apos;t be easy for the general, but let&apos;s see what happens. I want to thank you all for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Rheinfelden, the first part of a campaign along the Rhine by Bernhard. It won&apos;t be easy for the general, but let&apos;s see what happens. I want to thank you all for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>667</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 70: The Eternal Back and Forth</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 70: The Eternal Back and Forth</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we take a look back at the situation of the Swedes and an imperial campaign to drive them back to the sea, along with the financial situation of the imperial army. Once again how the army gets paid reared its ugly head, and finances would show themselves the bane of everyone. I'll see you guys next time, and thanks for listening. Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we take a look back at the situation of the Swedes and an imperial campaign to drive them back to the sea, along with the financial situation of the imperial army. Once again how the army gets paid reared its ugly head, and finances would show themselves the bane of everyone. I&apos;ll see you guys next time, and thanks for listening.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we take a look back at the situation of the Swedes and an imperial campaign to drive them back to the sea, along with the financial situation of the imperial army. Once again how the army gets paid reared its ugly head, and finances would show themselves the bane of everyone. I&apos;ll see you guys next time, and thanks for listening.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>885</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:season>4</itunes:season>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 69: The Last Gasp of the Palatine</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 69: The Last Gasp of the Palatine</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover Hessen-kassel and the Palatine again, two minor fronts that were thorns in the side of the imperials. They each presented unique situations, and we see how it resolves. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover Hessen-kassel and the Palatine again, two minor fronts that were thorns in the side of the imperials. They each presented unique situations, and we see how it resolves. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover Hessen-kassel and the Palatine again, two minor fronts that were thorns in the side of the imperials. They each presented unique situations, and we see how it resolves. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 68: The New Emperor</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 68: The New Emperor</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we jump back into the war after Ferdinand III took over. We get a short biography of the man, before we get into the increasing boil of the war. Thank you for listening, and a I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we jump back into the war after Ferdinand III took over. We get a short biography of the man, before we get into the increasing boil of the war. Thank you for listening, and a I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we jump back into the war after Ferdinand III took over. We get a short biography of the man, before we get into the increasing boil of the war. Thank you for listening, and a I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>587</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 67: The Regensburg Electoral Congress</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 67: The Regensburg Electoral Congress</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover a potential peace negotiation, and the election of the new Emperor, which was the center of more negotiations and talks. Politics is never easy, and war makes complex politics. Thank you for listening, and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover a potential peace negotiation, and the election of the new Emperor, which was the center of more negotiations and talks. Politics is never easy, and war makes complex politics. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover a potential peace negotiation, and the election of the new Emperor, which was the center of more negotiations and talks. Politics is never easy, and war makes complex politics. Thank you for listening, and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>807</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:season>4</itunes:season>
    <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 66: The Battle of Wittstock</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 66: The Battle of Wittstock</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! I should be back on my regular schedule now. This week I cover the Battle of Wittstock and the failing of the Saxons. The battle coming out of the weakness of the Saxons in this area. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time!        Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I should be back on my regular schedule now. This week I cover the Battle of Wittstock and the failing of the Saxons. The battle coming out of the weakness of the Saxons in this area. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I should be back on my regular schedule now. This week I cover the Battle of Wittstock and the failing of the Saxons. The battle coming out of the weakness of the Saxons in this area. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 65: Mutiny!</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 65: Mutiny!</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry for the delay! But this week I cover a major mutiny, along with the propaganda war between the Swedes and Saxony, along with a wrench thrown in by the Polish. Also actual war as well. I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the delay! But this week I cover a major mutiny, along with the propaganda war between the Swedes and Saxony, along with a wrench thrown in by the Polish. Also actual war as well. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the delay! But this week I cover a major mutiny, along with the propaganda war between the Swedes and Saxony, along with a wrench thrown in by the Polish. Also actual war as well. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 10 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 64: The Peace of Prague Pt. 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 64: The Peace of Prague Pt. 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish with the Peace of Prague and the issues that came with it. This peace would set some ground rules, but it wouldn't be as simple as the emperor wanted. Ferdinand and the other princes were still in rough water, and Sweden wasn't out yet. I want to thank you all for listening and I'll see you guys next time!   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish with the Peace of Prague and the issues that came with it. This peace would set some ground rules, but it wouldn&apos;t be as simple as the emperor wanted. Ferdinand and the other princes were still in rough water, and Sweden wasn&apos;t out yet. I want to thank you all for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish with the Peace of Prague and the issues that came with it. This peace would set some ground rules, but it wouldn&apos;t be as simple as the emperor wanted. Ferdinand and the other princes were still in rough water, and Sweden wasn&apos;t out yet. I want to thank you all for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>836</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 63: The Peace of Prague Pt. 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 63: The Peace of Prague Pt. 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we do more coverage of some of the warfront and move onto the Peace of Prague, which is the negotiations between the crown and the German princes. It was a major shift, and it is a large topic, but it's important to understand it relating to future events. And it will conclude next week, so I hope I covered it well. I want to thank you all for listening, and please review and spread the word!   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we do more coverage of some of the warfront and move onto the Peace of Prague, which is the negotiations between the crown and the German princes. It was a major shift, and it is a large topic, but it&apos;s important to understand it relating to future events. And it will conclude next week, so I hope I covered it well. I want to thank you all for listening, and please review and spread the word!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we do more coverage of some of the warfront and move onto the Peace of Prague, which is the negotiations between the crown and the German princes. It was a major shift, and it is a large topic, but it&apos;s important to understand it relating to future events. And it will conclude next week, so I hope I covered it well. I want to thank you all for listening, and please review and spread the word!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 62: The Rhine Campaign</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 62: The Rhine Campaign</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the continuing war and the Rhine campaign that involved pretty much all the major players in some form. It won't be the last campaign on the Rhine, but this was the best way to define it. And when I mention the French ambassador in the episode, I meant 1636, not 1634. I noticed the error too late to stop it. Thank you for listening, and please review and spread the word. I'll see you guys next time!   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https:...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the continuing war and the Rhine campaign that involved pretty much all the major players in some form. It won&apos;t be the last campaign on the Rhine, but this was the best way to define it. And when I mention the French ambassador in the episode, I meant 1636, not 1634. I noticed the error too late to stop it. Thank you for listening, and please review and spread the word. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the continuing war and the Rhine campaign that involved pretty much all the major players in some form. It won&apos;t be the last campaign on the Rhine, but this was the best way to define it. And when I mention the French ambassador in the episode, I meant 1636, not 1634. I noticed the error too late to stop it. Thank you for listening, and please review and spread the word. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 61: The New Challenger</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover France's foreign policy and the escalating tension and conflict between France, the HRE and Spain. Adding another person to this war only made things even more complicated, if you can believe it. The war only gets more complicated, but by this point you guys are getting used to it. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecades...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover France&apos;s foreign policy and the escalating tension and conflict between France, the HRE and Spain. Adding another person to this war only made things even more complicated, if you can believe it. The war only gets more complicated, but by this point you guys are getting used to it. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover France&apos;s foreign policy and the escalating tension and conflict between France, the HRE and Spain. Adding another person to this war only made things even more complicated, if you can believe it. The war only gets more complicated, but by this point you guys are getting used to it. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 60: France</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to Season 4! We begin with an intro to France and the effective leader of France, Cardinal Richelieu. We have talked about France in other episodes, but now is the time to give them a full background. Sorry for the wait, but I hope you enjoy it! See you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 4! We begin with an intro to France and the effective leader of France, Cardinal Richelieu. We have talked about France in other episodes, but now is the time to give them a full background. Sorry for the wait, but I hope you enjoy it! See you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 4! We begin with an intro to France and the effective leader of France, Cardinal Richelieu. We have talked about France in other episodes, but now is the time to give them a full background. Sorry for the wait, but I hope you enjoy it! See you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 59: A New Player</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 59: A New Player</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish this season of the podcast as this phase of the war comes to a close. Its been a long few years and very destructive, but Sweden was no longer the only big player on the protestant side. I want to thank you all for listening, and there will be a longer break for my research and outlining, so expect the next episode in a month. Also below there will be a link to an articles about me on Global Comment, so please check it out!  https://globalcomment.com/podcast-...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish this season of the podcast as this phase of the war comes to a close. Its been a long few years and very destructive, but Sweden was no longer the only big player on the protestant side. I want to thank you all for listening, and there will be a longer break for my research and outlining, so expect the next episode in a month. Also below there will be a link to an articles about me on Global Comment, so please check it out!<br/><br/><a href='https://globalcomment.com/podcast-showcase-three-decades-of-tragedy-a-history-of-the-thirty-years-war/?fbclid=IwAR0F6gy67Bibx5N3S_xNXZ8-bP-9kvSQ4fhSYQUhveO6FrWz6ywhxIRjO3w'>https://globalcomment.com/podcast-showcase-three-decades.../</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish this season of the podcast as this phase of the war comes to a close. Its been a long few years and very destructive, but Sweden was no longer the only big player on the protestant side. I want to thank you all for listening, and there will be a longer break for my research and outlining, so expect the next episode in a month. Also below there will be a link to an articles about me on Global Comment, so please check it out!<br/><br/><a href='https://globalcomment.com/podcast-showcase-three-decades-of-tragedy-a-history-of-the-thirty-years-war/?fbclid=IwAR0F6gy67Bibx5N3S_xNXZ8-bP-9kvSQ4fhSYQUhveO6FrWz6ywhxIRjO3w'>https://globalcomment.com/podcast-showcase-three-decades.../</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 58: Battle of Nordlingen</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! I'm sorry about the audio quality, I had some issues with my mic. Trying to figure out why it's peaking so much. But for the episode, we get to the climactic Battle of Nordlingen, a turning point in the war. This phase of the war is coming to an end, but we still have over a decade to go! Thank you for listening in and please review! I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://three...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I&apos;m sorry about the audio quality, I had some issues with my mic. Trying to figure out why it&apos;s peaking so much. But for the episode, we get to the climactic Battle of Nordlingen, a turning point in the war. This phase of the war is coming to an end, but we still have over a decade to go! Thank you for listening in and please review! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I&apos;m sorry about the audio quality, I had some issues with my mic. Trying to figure out why it&apos;s peaking so much. But for the episode, we get to the climactic Battle of Nordlingen, a turning point in the war. This phase of the war is coming to an end, but we still have over a decade to go! Thank you for listening in and please review! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 57: The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 57: The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish Wallenstein's fall, the general taking his final bow before the curtain falls. After all of the setup for his fall and recent failings, he finally was no longer to be able to protect himself and suffers the consequences. I want to thank you all for watching and I'll see you guys next time!  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish Wallenstein&apos;s fall, the general taking his final bow before the curtain falls. After all of the setup for his fall and recent failings, he finally was no longer to be able to protect himself and suffers the consequences. I want to thank you all for watching and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish Wallenstein&apos;s fall, the general taking his final bow before the curtain falls. After all of the setup for his fall and recent failings, he finally was no longer to be able to protect himself and suffers the consequences. I want to thank you all for watching and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 56: The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 56: The Fall of Wallestein Pt. 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry about the holiday delay, but things should be back to normal. We get back to the war, with the fall of Wallenstein. The great commander has his time, but some great men attract worse enemies. Hope you guys enjoy it and I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry about the holiday delay, but things should be back to normal. We get back to the war, with the fall of Wallenstein. The great commander has his time, but some great men attract worse enemies. Hope you guys enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry about the holiday delay, but things should be back to normal. We get back to the war, with the fall of Wallenstein. The great commander has his time, but some great men attract worse enemies. Hope you guys enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 55: The People&#39;s Will</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 55: The People&#39;s Will</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the Siege of Konstanz, the realities of war and the people's reaction to having the war drag on for so long. Things are ebbing and flowing, but this war still has fifteen years to go, so anything can change. Thank you for listening and please review and spread the word! I'll see you guys next time! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the Siege of Konstanz, the realities of war and the people&apos;s reaction to having the war drag on for so long. Things are ebbing and flowing, but this war still has fifteen years to go, so anything can change. Thank you for listening and please review and spread the word! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the Siege of Konstanz, the realities of war and the people&apos;s reaction to having the war drag on for so long. Things are ebbing and flowing, but this war still has fifteen years to go, so anything can change. Thank you for listening and please review and spread the word! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 54: Wallenstein&#39;s Diplomacy</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 54: Wallenstein&#39;s Diplomacy</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the diplomatic side of the war as Wallenstein had his own plans for beating the enemy, which was not the most popular move of his. I also cover the potential introduction of the Spanish as allies. I want to thank you for listening in and please review and rate! I'll see you guys next time!  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the diplomatic side of the war as Wallenstein had his own plans for beating the enemy, which was not the most popular move of his. I also cover the potential introduction of the Spanish as allies. I want to thank you for listening in and please review and rate! I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the diplomatic side of the war as Wallenstein had his own plans for beating the enemy, which was not the most popular move of his. I also cover the potential introduction of the Spanish as allies. I want to thank you for listening in and please review and rate! I&apos;ll see you guys next time! </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 53: The Battle of Hessisch-Oldendorf </itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 53: The Battle of Hessisch-Oldendorf </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Hessisch-Oldendorf as the war continues. For a minor error I caught too late, the battle started at 7 AM, not PM. We also explore the exploits of the Hessians and the results of their actions. Thank you for listening in and I hope you enjoy! Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Hessisch-Oldendorf as the war continues. For a minor error I caught too late, the battle started at 7 AM, not PM. We also explore the exploits of the Hessians and the results of their actions. Thank you for listening in and I hope you enjoy!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Hessisch-Oldendorf as the war continues. For a minor error I caught too late, the battle started at 7 AM, not PM. We also explore the exploits of the Hessians and the results of their actions. Thank you for listening in and I hope you enjoy!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 52: Parallel Conflicts</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 52: Parallel Conflicts</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! After a long delay, I am finally up and running. Thank you all for the patience! The audio is a smidge different, but I am in a new apartment so I am figuring out the best place to record at the moment. But onto the the subject matter, this week I cover side conflicts that will eventually tie into the rest of the greater war as we near the end of this season. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time!   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! After a long delay, I am finally up and running. Thank you all for the patience! The audio is a smidge different, but I am in a new apartment so I am figuring out the best place to record at the moment. But onto the the subject matter, this week I cover side conflicts that will eventually tie into the rest of the greater war as we near the end of this season. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! After a long delay, I am finally up and running. Thank you all for the patience! The audio is a smidge different, but I am in a new apartment so I am figuring out the best place to record at the moment. But onto the the subject matter, this week I cover side conflicts that will eventually tie into the rest of the greater war as we near the end of this season. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>612</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 51: Mutiny!</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 51: Mutiny!</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back!  The war drags on everyone and hits Sweden particularly hard.  This week we cover more politics and how a mutiny changed Swedish policy in Germany!  I hope you are enjoying the podcast and I will see you next time! Also heads up as I am moving next week so I will delay the next episode till I'm all set up, so sorry about that!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back!  The war drags on everyone and hits Sweden particularly hard.  This week we cover more politics and how a mutiny changed Swedish policy in Germany!  I hope you are enjoying the podcast and I will see you next time! Also heads up as I am moving next week so I will delay the next episode till I&apos;m all set up, so sorry about that!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back!  The war drags on everyone and hits Sweden particularly hard.  This week we cover more politics and how a mutiny changed Swedish policy in Germany!  I hope you are enjoying the podcast and I will see you next time! Also heads up as I am moving next week so I will delay the next episode till I&apos;m all set up, so sorry about that!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 50: The New Status Quo</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 50: The New Status Quo</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we deal with the aftermath of the King Gustavus's death and the change in the warfront, as well as the homefront in Sweden.  Also unrelated, but the name Oxenstierna will haunt me as a name I want to say wrong, if I'm not saying wrong already. But otherwise, I hope that you enjoy the episode. Please review and spread the word, and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecad...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we deal with the aftermath of the King Gustavus&apos;s death and the change in the warfront, as well as the homefront in Sweden.  Also unrelated, but the name Oxenstierna will haunt me as a name I want to say wrong, if I&apos;m not saying wrong already. But otherwise, I hope that you enjoy the episode. Please review and spread the word, and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we deal with the aftermath of the King Gustavus&apos;s death and the change in the warfront, as well as the homefront in Sweden.  Also unrelated, but the name Oxenstierna will haunt me as a name I want to say wrong, if I&apos;m not saying wrong already. But otherwise, I hope that you enjoy the episode. Please review and spread the word, and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 49: The Battle of Lutzen</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 49: The Battle of Lutzen</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Lutzen, the next major battle in the war. Also I am just getting over being sick, so if I sound weird, that's my excuse. I hope you all enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy....]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Lutzen, the next major battle in the war. Also I am just getting over being sick, so if I sound weird, that&apos;s my excuse. I hope you all enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Battle of Lutzen, the next major battle in the war. Also I am just getting over being sick, so if I sound weird, that&apos;s my excuse. I hope you all enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Epsiode 48: The Battles of Bamberg, Lechs, Steinau and Alte Veste</itunes:title>
    <title>Epsiode 48: The Battles of Bamberg, Lechs, Steinau and Alte Veste</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover a few smaller battles in the lead up to the next big one! You guys always seem to love these episodes. I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover a few smaller battles in the lead up to the next big one! You guys always seem to love these episodes. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover a few smaller battles in the lead up to the next big one! You guys always seem to love these episodes. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 47: The New Warfront</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 47: The New Warfront</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we get back to the war and the lead-up to the next series of battles as the Catholics strengthen their position. So we are getting back into the swing of things! I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website:...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we get back to the war and the lead-up to the next series of battles as the Catholics strengthen their position. So we are getting back into the swing of things! I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we get back to the war and the lead-up to the next series of battles as the Catholics strengthen their position. So we are getting back into the swing of things! I hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 46: Catholic Relations</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the Imperials and League forces desperately reaching out for aid in the face of the Swedes! I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you guys next time! Please review and spread the word!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Imperials and League forces desperately reaching out for aid in the face of the Swedes! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! Please review and spread the word!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Imperials and League forces desperately reaching out for aid in the face of the Swedes! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time! Please review and spread the word!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 45: The Catholic Reaction</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 45: The Catholic Reaction</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the Catholic perspective of the Swedish invasion, as well as Lorraine. I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the Catholic perspective of the Swedish invasion, as well as Lorraine. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the Catholic perspective of the Swedish invasion, as well as Lorraine. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 44: The Swedish Position Pt. 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 44: The Swedish Position Pt. 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish up on the Swedish strategy and additionally cover Gustavus's changing political role as he rose in prominence! I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up on the Swedish strategy and additionally cover Gustavus&apos;s changing political role as he rose in prominence! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up on the Swedish strategy and additionally cover Gustavus&apos;s changing political role as he rose in prominence! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 43: The Swedish Position Pt. 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 43: The Swedish Position Pt. 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we talk more about the Swedish position and strategy! Next week we finish up with this. Hope you enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we talk more about the Swedish position and strategy! Next week we finish up with this. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we talk more about the Swedish position and strategy! Next week we finish up with this. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 42: The Swedish Resurgence</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 42: The Swedish Resurgence</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the aftermath of the Battle of Breitenfeld and some of the bigger politics of the war with the military success the Swedes achieved. Hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com      Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the aftermath of the Battle of Breitenfeld and some of the bigger politics of the war with the military success the Swedes achieved. Hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the aftermath of the Battle of Breitenfeld and some of the bigger politics of the war with the military success the Swedes achieved. Hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 41: The Battle of Breitenfeld</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 41: The Battle of Breitenfeld</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we go over the aftermath of the Siege of Magdeburg and the famous Battle of Breitenfeld! This was an episode I was looking forward to, so I hope you guys are as well. I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecades...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over the aftermath of the Siege of Magdeburg and the famous Battle of Breitenfeld! This was an episode I was looking forward to, so I hope you guys are as well. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go over the aftermath of the Siege of Magdeburg and the famous Battle of Breitenfeld! This was an episode I was looking forward to, so I hope you guys are as well. I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 40: The Siege of Magdeburg  </itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 40: The Siege of Magdeburg  </title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! I am back and this week we cover some more politics and the siege of Magdeburg, one of the more famous events in the war! I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I am back and this week we cover some more politics and the siege of Magdeburg, one of the more famous events in the war! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I am back and this week we cover some more politics and the siege of Magdeburg, one of the more famous events in the war! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 39: The Swedes Arrive!</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 39: The Swedes Arrive!</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week, the Swedish make their landing and start the war between the empire and the Swedish! I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next month!   Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week, the Swedish make their landing and start the war between the empire and the Swedish! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next month!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week, the Swedish make their landing and start the war between the empire and the Swedish! I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next month!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 38: The Regensburg Electoral Congress</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 38: The Regensburg Electoral Congress</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish up with Imperial politics before getting to the Swedish intervention. Hope you enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up with Imperial politics before getting to the Swedish intervention. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up with Imperial politics before getting to the Swedish intervention. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 37: The Edict of Restitution pt. 2</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This episode we finish up the Edict of Restitution, covering the reaction and enforcement of it. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy it! I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesof...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This episode we finish up the Edict of Restitution, covering the reaction and enforcement of it. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy it! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This episode we finish up the Edict of Restitution, covering the reaction and enforcement of it. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy it! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 36: The Edict of Restitution pt. 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 36: The Edict of Restitution pt. 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! With the Mantuan issue finished, we move onto the Edict of Restitution! This religious policy is something that will create issues within the HRE and I will explain how. I'll see you guys next time for part 2!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! With the Mantuan issue finished, we move onto the Edict of Restitution! This religious policy is something that will create issues within the HRE and I will explain how. I&apos;ll see you guys next time for part 2!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! With the Mantuan issue finished, we move onto the Edict of Restitution! This religious policy is something that will create issues within the HRE and I will explain how. I&apos;ll see you guys next time for part 2!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 35: The Mantuan Inheritance pt. 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 35: The Mantuan Inheritance pt. 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish off the Mantuan issue and talk a bit about how it would effect the rest of the war. We are getting to the proper involvement of the Swedish into the war, so buckle up! I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decade...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish off the Mantuan issue and talk a bit about how it would effect the rest of the war. We are getting to the proper involvement of the Swedish into the war, so buckle up! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish off the Mantuan issue and talk a bit about how it would effect the rest of the war. We are getting to the proper involvement of the Swedish into the war, so buckle up! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 34: The Mantuan Inheritance pt. 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 34: The Mantuan Inheritance pt. 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry for the delay but here it is. This week we cover the first part of the Mantua inheritance issue, along with La Rochelle and the Huguenots. I hope you enjoy and we will finish this matter up next week!   Also at the beginning I say northern Europe instead of Northern Italy when I talk about Mantua. I caught it too late to re-record, so just know I mean Northern Italy.  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the delay but here it is. This week we cover the first part of the Mantua inheritance issue, along with La Rochelle and the Huguenots. I hope you enjoy and we will finish this matter up next week! <br/><br/>Also at the beginning I say northern Europe instead of Northern Italy when I talk about Mantua. I caught it too late to re-record, so just know I mean Northern Italy.<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry for the delay but here it is. This week we cover the first part of the Mantua inheritance issue, along with La Rochelle and the Huguenots. I hope you enjoy and we will finish this matter up next week! <br/><br/>Also at the beginning I say northern Europe instead of Northern Italy when I talk about Mantua. I caught it too late to re-record, so just know I mean Northern Italy.<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 33: Return to the Netherlands</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 33: Return to the Netherlands</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the podcast and 2022! Hope you had a good holiday season! With Sweden mostly covered, we move onto other conflicts that are linked to the Thirty Years War, starting with the Eighty Years War between Spain and the Netherlands. Hope you enjoy and I'll see you next week!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  Support the show  Email: 3decot...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the podcast and 2022! Hope you had a good holiday season! With Sweden mostly covered, we move onto other conflicts that are linked to the Thirty Years War, starting with the Eighty Years War between Spain and the Netherlands. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next week!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the podcast and 2022! Hope you had a good holiday season! With Sweden mostly covered, we move onto other conflicts that are linked to the Thirty Years War, starting with the Eighty Years War between Spain and the Netherlands. Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next week!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 32: The New Swedish Army</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 32: The New Swedish Army</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover the reformed Swedish army under Gustavus Adolphus. I am happy to basically present my own research, so enjoy! I'll see you guys next year! Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy W...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the reformed Swedish army under Gustavus Adolphus. I am happy to basically present my own research, so enjoy! I&apos;ll see you guys next year! Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover the reformed Swedish army under Gustavus Adolphus. I am happy to basically present my own research, so enjoy! I&apos;ll see you guys next year! Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 31: Gustavus Adolphus and the Polish-Swedish War</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 31: Gustavus Adolphus and the Polish-Swedish War</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I give a short biography of the king of Sweden, Gustavus Adolphus as well as the Polish-Swedish war that was fought before the Thirty Years War. One more episode about Sweden after this then we move on to the rest of Europe! Hope you enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     Support th...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I give a short biography of the king of Sweden, Gustavus Adolphus as well as the Polish-Swedish war that was fought before the Thirty Years War. One more episode about Sweden after this then we move on to the rest of Europe! Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I give a short biography of the king of Sweden, Gustavus Adolphus as well as the Polish-Swedish war that was fought before the Thirty Years War. One more episode about Sweden after this then we move on to the rest of Europe! Hope you enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 30: Sweden</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 30: Sweden</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast! I hope you guys are excited for more! This week I go over a very abridged history of Sweden in part 1 of their history. Enjoy and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast! I hope you guys are excited for more! This week I go over a very abridged history of Sweden in part 1 of their history. Enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast! I hope you guys are excited for more! This week I go over a very abridged history of Sweden in part 1 of their history. Enjoy and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 29: The Peace of Lubeck</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 29: The Peace of Lubeck</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Today we finish the Danish phase of the war and end season 2 of the podcast! But despite the end of this phase, we still have twenty or so years to go, so hold on! Thank you for continuing to listen and I hope to see you next episode!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www....]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we finish the Danish phase of the war and end season 2 of the podcast! But despite the end of this phase, we still have twenty or so years to go, so hold on! Thank you for continuing to listen and I hope to see you next episode!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today we finish the Danish phase of the war and end season 2 of the podcast! But despite the end of this phase, we still have twenty or so years to go, so hold on! Thank you for continuing to listen and I hope to see you next episode!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 28: The Campaign of 1627</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the 1627 campaign and the end of armed conflict with the Danish on a larger scale as well as the rewards for the Habsburg court. Thank you for listening and I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the 1627 campaign and the end of armed conflict with the Danish on a larger scale as well as the rewards for the Habsburg court. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the 1627 campaign and the end of armed conflict with the Danish on a larger scale as well as the rewards for the Habsburg court. Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 27: The Battle of Lutter</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Lutter and the last campaign of Mansfield! The war continues and we'll see how it goes for the protestants! Thank you for listening and I'll see you next time!  P.S. At one point I mention Mansfield had an army of 40,000. That is a mistake and I meant Wallenstein.  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   Su...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Lutter and the last campaign of Mansfield! The war continues and we&apos;ll see how it goes for the protestants! Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>P.S. At one point I mention Mansfield had an army of 40,000. That is a mistake and I meant Wallenstein.<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the battle of Lutter and the last campaign of Mansfield! The war continues and we&apos;ll see how it goes for the protestants! Thank you for listening and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>P.S. At one point I mention Mansfield had an army of 40,000. That is a mistake and I meant Wallenstein.<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 26: The Upper Austrian Rebellion</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 26: The Upper Austrian Rebellion</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover the Upper Austrian Rebellion and other military situations in the war. A revolt in the middle of a war can be costly, so let's see how they do! I hope you guys enjoy it and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decade...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Upper Austrian Rebellion and other military situations in the war. A revolt in the middle of a war can be costly, so let&apos;s see how they do! I hope you guys enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover the Upper Austrian Rebellion and other military situations in the war. A revolt in the middle of a war can be costly, so let&apos;s see how they do! I hope you guys enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 25: Rough First Steps</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week, the war begins on a bit of an awkward note and everyone is a little off center. Both sides have issues like any war will have, so it is certainly interesting. I hope you guys enjoy and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.fac...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week, the war begins on a bit of an awkward note and everyone is a little off center. Both sides have issues like any war will have, so it is certainly interesting. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week, the war begins on a bit of an awkward note and everyone is a little off center. Both sides have issues like any war will have, so it is certainly interesting. I hope you guys enjoy and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 24: Armies and Money</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 24: Armies and Money</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! It's been a year since I started, which I never expected to be as successful. So thank you guys for continuing to listen in! Today's episode covers army logistics and home front policies in relation to the military. I hope you guys are interested in that! Thank you for listening in and I hope for a just as successful year by next August!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! It&apos;s been a year since I started, which I never expected to be as successful. So thank you guys for continuing to listen in! Today&apos;s episode covers army logistics and home front policies in relation to the military. I hope you guys are interested in that! Thank you for listening in and I hope for a just as successful year by next August!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! It&apos;s been a year since I started, which I never expected to be as successful. So thank you guys for continuing to listen in! Today&apos;s episode covers army logistics and home front policies in relation to the military. I hope you guys are interested in that! Thank you for listening in and I hope for a just as successful year by next August!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 23: Wallenstein&#39;s New Army</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Sorry about the delay on uploading! This week we cover the rise of Wallenstein as a general and his effect on the Catholic military. This is important ground to cover as Wallenstein will have a big role in this war. I hope you enjoy it and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/      Support the show  Email...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry about the delay on uploading! This week we cover the rise of Wallenstein as a general and his effect on the Catholic military. This is important ground to cover as Wallenstein will have a big role in this war. I hope you enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Sorry about the delay on uploading! This week we cover the rise of Wallenstein as a general and his effect on the Catholic military. This is important ground to cover as Wallenstein will have a big role in this war. I hope you enjoy it and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 23: Enter the Danish</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 23: Enter the Danish</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I go over the initial political moves of the Danish into the war. I hope the last episode gave you enough context for this week. See you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecades...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I go over the initial political moves of the Danish into the war. I hope the last episode gave you enough context for this week. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I go over the initial political moves of the Danish into the war. I hope the last episode gave you enough context for this week. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 22: Denmark</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 22: Denmark</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! Today I cover a very shortened history of Denmark, so people have a background on the next player in the Thirty Years War. If I missed any information or any cool facts, please contact me. I'm always up to learn more. Also remember to check out The Life and Time of Frederick the Great! See you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.c...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today I cover a very shortened history of Denmark, so people have a background on the next player in the Thirty Years War. If I missed any information or any cool facts, please contact me. I&apos;m always up to learn more. Also remember to check out The Life and Time of Frederick the Great! See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   <br/><br/>Frederick the Great podcast: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B08K54Z3CM (also on other platforms mentioned in episode)</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! Today I cover a very shortened history of Denmark, so people have a background on the next player in the Thirty Years War. If I missed any information or any cool facts, please contact me. I&apos;m always up to learn more. Also remember to check out The Life and Time of Frederick the Great! See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   <br/><br/>Frederick the Great podcast: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B08K54Z3CM (also on other platforms mentioned in episode)</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 21: Re-Catholization </itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish up the coverage of Ferdinand's new policies within the HRE. Buckle up for some talk about religion! I'll see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up the coverage of Ferdinand&apos;s new policies within the HRE. Buckle up for some talk about religion! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish up the coverage of Ferdinand&apos;s new policies within the HRE. Buckle up for some talk about religion! I&apos;ll see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 20: Ferdinand&#39;s New Politics</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 20: Ferdinand&#39;s New Politics</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we go into detail about some of the changes Ferdinand implemented in the aftermath of the defeat of the paladins. We will be done with active fighting for awhile, but don't worry, we'll get back to it soon enough. Hope you guys enjoy the episode and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     Support the sh...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go into detail about some of the changes Ferdinand implemented in the aftermath of the defeat of the paladins. We will be done with active fighting for awhile, but don&apos;t worry, we&apos;ll get back to it soon enough. Hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ <br/><br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we go into detail about some of the changes Ferdinand implemented in the aftermath of the defeat of the paladins. We will be done with active fighting for awhile, but don&apos;t worry, we&apos;ll get back to it soon enough. Hope you guys enjoy the episode and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ <br/><br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 19: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 7: Victory at Last</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 19: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 7: Victory at Last</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we finish off this little arc with the final defeat of the Paladins and the consolidation of power by the Habsburgs in the HRE. Thank you for sticking around and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy We...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish off this little arc with the final defeat of the Paladins and the consolidation of power by the Habsburgs in the HRE. Thank you for sticking around and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we finish off this little arc with the final defeat of the Paladins and the consolidation of power by the Habsburgs in the HRE. Thank you for sticking around and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 18: The Habsburg Victory March pt.6: The Battle of Stadtlohn</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 18: The Habsburg Victory March pt.6: The Battle of Stadtlohn</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week we cover two battles and the future of the paladin cause. We are nearing the end of this arc, but still have a while to go till Denmark. I'm sorry this is taking so long, but it's a necessary evil. See you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.fac...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover two battles and the future of the paladin cause. We are nearing the end of this arc, but still have a while to go till Denmark. I&apos;m sorry this is taking so long, but it&apos;s a necessary evil. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week we cover two battles and the future of the paladin cause. We are nearing the end of this arc, but still have a while to go till Denmark. I&apos;m sorry this is taking so long, but it&apos;s a necessary evil. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 17: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 5: The Battle of Wimpfen</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 17: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 5: The Battle of Wimpfen</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! I managed to get this out after a week instead of the normal two, so I am happy. The topic of this battle is the start of the campaign against the Protestant Paladins and the Battle of Wimpfen, with more to come in future episodes. Thank you for listening in and I'll see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     &...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I managed to get this out after a week instead of the normal two, so I am happy. The topic of this battle is the start of the campaign against the Protestant Paladins and the Battle of Wimpfen, with more to come in future episodes. Thank you for listening in and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! I managed to get this out after a week instead of the normal two, so I am happy. The topic of this battle is the start of the campaign against the Protestant Paladins and the Battle of Wimpfen, with more to come in future episodes. Thank you for listening in and I&apos;ll see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 16: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 4: The Protestant Paladins</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 16: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 4: The Protestant Paladins</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back! This week I cover a few important figures that will be important in the next couple of episodes as well as the state of the Protestant cause after a few allies have been lost. We will be picking up on the war part of the Thirty Years war next time, so look forward to that. Social media will be posted below, like usual. See you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Websit...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover a few important figures that will be important in the next couple of episodes as well as the state of the Protestant cause after a few allies have been lost. We will be picking up on the war part of the Thirty Years war next time, so look forward to that. Social media will be posted below, like usual. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     <br/><br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back! This week I cover a few important figures that will be important in the next couple of episodes as well as the state of the Protestant cause after a few allies have been lost. We will be picking up on the war part of the Thirty Years war next time, so look forward to that. Social media will be posted below, like usual. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     <br/><br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 15: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 3: Continued Resistance</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 15: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 3: Continued Resistance</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! Sorry that this one is a little short this week, but next time will definitely be longer. This week we cover two people still fighting the Habsburgs and the result of that. Hope you guys enjoy it and see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/     Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! Sorry that this one is a little short this week, but next time will definitely be longer. This week we cover two people still fighting the Habsburgs and the result of that. Hope you guys enjoy it and see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! Sorry that this one is a little short this week, but next time will definitely be longer. This week we cover two people still fighting the Habsburgs and the result of that. Hope you guys enjoy it and see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Nick Lewis</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 14: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 2: Spain and the Netherlands</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 14: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 2: Spain and the Netherlands</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the podcast! This week we go over the Spanish and the Dutch and the potential re ignition of the Eighty Years Wars  as well as a few other protestant kings. Also happy birthday to me! See you guys next time!   Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the podcast! This week we go over the Spanish and the Dutch and the potential re ignition of the Eighty Years Wars  as well as a few other protestant kings. Also happy birthday to me! See you guys next time! <br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the podcast! This week we go over the Spanish and the Dutch and the potential re ignition of the Eighty Years Wars  as well as a few other protestant kings. Also happy birthday to me! See you guys next time! <br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/   </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 13: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 1: The Aftermath</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 13: The Habsburg Victory March pt. 1: The Aftermath</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome everyone to season 2 of Three Decades of Tragedy! We begin with the aftermath of the loss of the rebellion.  We will get to the involvement of Denmark as we progress, but for now they are not involved. Hope you guys enjoy and see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/    Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: ht...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome everyone to season 2 of Three Decades of Tragedy! We begin with the aftermath of the loss of the rebellion.  We will get to the involvement of Denmark as we progress, but for now they are not involved. Hope you guys enjoy and see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ <br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome everyone to season 2 of Three Decades of Tragedy! We begin with the aftermath of the loss of the rebellion.  We will get to the involvement of Denmark as we progress, but for now they are not involved. Hope you guys enjoy and see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ <br/><br/></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Special Discussion 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Special Discussion 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello there and welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! After a bit of real life delays, the special discussion episode is ready! We discuss the question of "were the protestants justified in their rebellion?" and "what was the biggest failing of the rebellion?" on top of a few sub ideas. Links related the the guests will be below and please contact me if you want to see me do more of these! See you guys next week with our proper episode!   Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello there and welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! After a bit of real life delays, the special discussion episode is ready! We discuss the question of &quot;were the protestants justified in their rebellion?&quot; and &quot;what was the biggest failing of the rebellion?&quot; on top of a few sub ideas. Links related the the guests will be below and please contact me if you want to see me do more of these! See you guys next week with our proper episode!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  <br/>Chezz: https://twitter.com/DaemDark<br/>Ben: https://www.rachelunraveled.com/<br/> https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rachelravel/sisters-a-new-comedy-series/description</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello there and welcome back to Three Decades of Tragedy! After a bit of real life delays, the special discussion episode is ready! We discuss the question of &quot;were the protestants justified in their rebellion?&quot; and &quot;what was the biggest failing of the rebellion?&quot; on top of a few sub ideas. Links related the the guests will be below and please contact me if you want to see me do more of these! See you guys next week with our proper episode!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  <br/>Chezz: https://twitter.com/DaemDark<br/>Ben: https://www.rachelunraveled.com/<br/> https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rachelravel/sisters-a-new-comedy-series/description</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 12: The Aftermath of White Mountain</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 12: The Aftermath of White Mountain</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to the season finale! Today we finish up with this part of the war and head into the next part of the war starting next season/part of this podcast. I hope you guys are enjoying this podcast and I hope you guys are excited for the next part! Next episode should be a discussion among a few of  my friends about a topic or two related to the war, so you can look forward to that. Hope to see you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decade...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the season finale! Today we finish up with this part of the war and head into the next part of the war starting next season/part of this podcast. I hope you guys are enjoying this podcast and I hope you guys are excited for the next part! Next episode should be a discussion among a few of  my friends about a topic or two related to the war, so you can look forward to that. Hope to see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the season finale! Today we finish up with this part of the war and head into the next part of the war starting next season/part of this podcast. I hope you guys are enjoying this podcast and I hope you guys are excited for the next part! Next episode should be a discussion among a few of  my friends about a topic or two related to the war, so you can look forward to that. Hope to see you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 11: The Battle of White Mountain pt 2</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 11: The Battle of White Mountain pt 2</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[So we reach the penultimate of this season of the podcast! We finally cover the Battle of White Mountain and its aftermath. Thank you people for sticking with me all these months and hope you are excited for upcoming content. Once again social media links and patreon will be posted below and I hope you have a good rest of your day!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesof...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>So we reach the penultimate of this season of the podcast! We finally cover the Battle of White Mountain and its aftermath. Thank you people for sticking with me all these months and hope you are excited for upcoming content. Once again social media links and patreon will be posted below and I hope you have a good rest of your day!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So we reach the penultimate of this season of the podcast! We finally cover the Battle of White Mountain and its aftermath. Thank you people for sticking with me all these months and hope you are excited for upcoming content. Once again social media links and patreon will be posted below and I hope you have a good rest of your day!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/  </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 10: The Battle of White Mountain Pt 1</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 10: The Battle of White Mountain Pt 1</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope you had a good 2021 so far. This week we discuss the leadup to the Battle of White Mountain, the climactic battle of this rebellion. Who will win and decide the fate of Bohemia? Images of the movement of the armies and other images will be on my website and please check out patreon if you wish to support me along with other social media below! See you next time in part 2 of the Battle of White Mountain!   Email: 3decot@gmail.com Facebook: https://w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope you had a good 2021 so far. This week we discuss the leadup to the Battle of White Mountain, the climactic battle of this rebellion. Who will win and decide the fate of Bohemia? Images of the movement of the armies and other images will be on my website and please check out patreon if you wish to support me along with other social media below! See you next time in part 2 of the Battle of White Mountain!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope you had a good 2021 so far. This week we discuss the leadup to the Battle of White Mountain, the climactic battle of this rebellion. Who will win and decide the fate of Bohemia? Images of the movement of the armies and other images will be on my website and please check out patreon if you wish to support me along with other social media below! See you next time in part 2 of the Battle of White Mountain!<br/><br/> Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 22:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 9: The Habsburg Homefront</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back and Merry Christmas to you all! This week I talk about the Habsburg effort to gather resources and allies to fight against the rebellion. Lets see how successful they are compared to the Protestant rebellion. Relevant images will be posted on the website and I hope to see you next year!  Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Email: 3decot@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true  ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Merry Christmas to you all! This week I talk about the Habsburg effort to gather resources and allies to fight against the rebellion. Lets see how successful they are compared to the Protestant rebellion. Relevant images will be posted on the website and I hope to see you next year!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back and Merry Christmas to you all! This week I talk about the Habsburg effort to gather resources and allies to fight against the rebellion. Lets see how successful they are compared to the Protestant rebellion. Relevant images will be posted on the website and I hope to see you next year!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 8: The Hungarians and the Outside World</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Back on time this week! This week we discuss the separation of the Hungarian crown and the Polish and Ottoman involvement in the rebellion.  We are coming close to the end of this season, so I hope you guys are ready! Once again please check out the social media links below and take a gander at my patreon. See you guys next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301 Website: https://threedecadesoftra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Back on time this week! This week we discuss the separation of the Hungarian crown and the Polish and Ottoman involvement in the rebellion.  We are coming close to the end of this season, so I hope you guys are ready! Once again please check out the social media links below and take a gander at my patreon. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Back on time this week! This week we discuss the separation of the Hungarian crown and the Polish and Ottoman involvement in the rebellion.  We are coming close to the end of this season, so I hope you guys are ready! Once again please check out the social media links below and take a gander at my patreon. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 7: The Bohemian Crown</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the regular schedule! Sorry about getting this out late. Had family obligations. But this week we cover the crowning of a Bohemian king and the fallout of that. Maybe it will be a boon to the rebellion, maybe not. Either way this was an important part of the early history of this war. I'll see you next week when we cover the Hungarian crown and other foreign involvement.  Also a small correction. When I am talking about "a golden age" I meant to say Frederick, not Ferdina...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the regular schedule! Sorry about getting this out late. Had family obligations. But this week we cover the crowning of a Bohemian king and the fallout of that. Maybe it will be a boon to the rebellion, maybe not. Either way this was an important part of the early history of this war. I&apos;ll see you next week when we cover the Hungarian crown and other foreign involvement. <br/>Also a small correction. When I am talking about &quot;a golden age&quot; I meant to say Frederick, not Ferdinand<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the regular schedule! Sorry about getting this out late. Had family obligations. But this week we cover the crowning of a Bohemian king and the fallout of that. Maybe it will be a boon to the rebellion, maybe not. Either way this was an important part of the early history of this war. I&apos;ll see you next week when we cover the Hungarian crown and other foreign involvement. <br/>Also a small correction. When I am talking about &quot;a golden age&quot; I meant to say Frederick, not Ferdinand<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello again and welcome back! This week I cover the initial military campaigning of the Thirty Years War. If any of you are confused about military terms, I can gladly do a segment next time covering general military terms to this time period. Also for those of you interested, my patreon is up and running! If you feel generous enough to support me, I would appreciate it! I will post relevant images on my website and I will see you next time!  Email: 3decot@gmail.com Website: https://www.three...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello again and welcome back! This week I cover the initial military campaigning of the Thirty Years War. If any of you are confused about military terms, I can gladly do a segment next time covering general military terms to this time period. Also for those of you interested, my patreon is up and running! If you feel generous enough to support me, I would appreciate it! I will post relevant images on my website and I will see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Website: https://www.threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello again and welcome back! This week I cover the initial military campaigning of the Thirty Years War. If any of you are confused about military terms, I can gladly do a segment next time covering general military terms to this time period. Also for those of you interested, my patreon is up and running! If you feel generous enough to support me, I would appreciate it! I will post relevant images on my website and I will see you next time!<br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com<br/>Website: https://www.threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301&amp;fan_landing=true</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello ladies and gentlemen! We have finally reached the start of the war. While it starts as a spark, it will create an explosion that will consume Europe. I will cover the direct lead up to the event as well as the event in question. Thank you to those of you have stuck with me to this point! Hope you enjoy! Images will be posted on the website for those of you interested. See you guys next time!  Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello ladies and gentlemen! We have finally reached the start of the war. While it starts as a spark, it will create an explosion that will consume Europe. I will cover the direct lead up to the event as well as the event in question. Thank you to those of you have stuck with me to this point! Hope you enjoy! Images will be posted on the website for those of you interested. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello ladies and gentlemen! We have finally reached the start of the war. While it starts as a spark, it will create an explosion that will consume Europe. I will cover the direct lead up to the event as well as the event in question. Thank you to those of you have stuck with me to this point! Hope you enjoy! Images will be posted on the website for those of you interested. See you guys next time!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello again folks! Sorry about the delay. Today I cover the last of the backstory of the war, the general military paradigm of 17th century Europe. To understand the early part of the war, one must understand how the kingdoms and countries of Europe fought each other. Next time, we get to the main event! See you then!  Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Email: 3decot@gmail.com Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: htt...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Hello again folks! Sorry about the delay. Today I cover the last of the backstory of the war, the general military paradigm of 17th century Europe. To understand the early part of the war, one must understand how the kingdoms and countries of Europe fought each other.<br/>Next time, we get to the main event! See you then!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello again folks! Sorry about the delay. Today I cover the last of the backstory of the war, the general military paradigm of 17th century Europe. To understand the early part of the war, one must understand how the kingdoms and countries of Europe fought each other.<br/>Next time, we get to the main event! See you then!<br/><br/>Website: http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back all! This week I summarize the history of the Habsburg dynasty leading up to the Thirty Year War. Also Habsburg jaws aplenty! Only one more episode left before the defenestration, so I hope you are as excited as I am. Links to social media will be posted as usual. See you guys in two weeks!   Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy  Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook:...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back all! This week I summarize the history of the Habsburg dynasty leading up to the Thirty Year War. Also Habsburg jaws aplenty! Only one more episode left before the defenestration, so I hope you are as excited as I am. Links to social media will be posted as usual. See you guys in two weeks! <br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back all! This week I summarize the history of the Habsburg dynasty leading up to the Thirty Year War. Also Habsburg jaws aplenty! Only one more episode left before the defenestration, so I hope you are as excited as I am. Links to social media will be posted as usual. See you guys in two weeks! <br/><br/>Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy <br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com/</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back folks! This week we go over religion in the HRE and how it affected the Thirty Years War in a broad sense. I hope you people have you pope hats ready! Related Images will be posted on my website and I hope you have a good rest of the day. See you in two weeks!  Website: www.threedecadesoftragedy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back folks! This week we go over religion in the HRE and how it affected the Thirty Years War in a broad sense. I hope you people have you pope hats ready! Related Images will be posted on my website and I hope you have a good rest of the day. See you in two weeks!<br/><br/>Website: www.threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back folks! This week we go over religion in the HRE and how it affected the Thirty Years War in a broad sense. I hope you people have you pope hats ready! Related Images will be posted on my website and I hope you have a good rest of the day. See you in two weeks!<br/><br/>Website: www.threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 1: Before the Defenestration, Part 1: The Holy Roman Empire</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this weeks episode, we go over the basic structure of the Holy Roman Empire, the battleground of the Thirty Years war. We will be getting to the start of the war after a few setup episodes. All pictures mentioned will be found on my website for those that are interested. See you guys in two weeks and please leave reviews, ratings and check out the website! Special thanks to my sister for doing sound mixing for me!  Website: threedecadesoftragedy.com Facbook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decad...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this weeks episode, we go over the basic structure of the Holy Roman Empire, the battleground of the Thirty Years war. We will be getting to the start of the war after a few setup episodes. All pictures mentioned will be found on my website for those that are interested. See you guys in two weeks and please leave reviews, ratings and check out the website! Special thanks to my sister for doing sound mixing for me!<br/><br/>Website: threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facbook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this weeks episode, we go over the basic structure of the Holy Roman Empire, the battleground of the Thirty Years war. We will be getting to the start of the war after a few setup episodes. All pictures mentioned will be found on my website for those that are interested. See you guys in two weeks and please leave reviews, ratings and check out the website! Special thanks to my sister for doing sound mixing for me!<br/><br/>Website: threedecadesoftragedy.com<br/>Facbook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to the first episode of Three Decades of Tragedy! We will get to more details next week, so enjoy this short treat.  Links for people http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/ https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Support the show  Email: 3decot@gmail.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first episode of Three Decades of Tragedy! We will get to more details next week, so enjoy this short treat.<br/><br/>Links for people<br/>http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first episode of Three Decades of Tragedy! We will get to more details next week, so enjoy this short treat.<br/><br/>Links for people<br/>http://threedecadesoftragedy.com/<br/>https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/user?u=8984301">Support the show</a></p><p> Email: 3decot@gmail.com <br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3Decadesoftragedy<br/>Website: https://threedecadesoftragedy.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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