Maya Warfare: Star Wars, Captives, and the Ritual Battle
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In Episode 70 of our Maya series, Lucas and Luna explore the complex world of Maya warfare—far more than simple conquest. They delve into the 'Star War' rituals, the use of atlatl spears and obsidian blades, and the political motives behind famous conflicts like Tikal versus Calakmul. Learn about the 'ajaw' warrior lords, the captive-taking that legitimized rulers, and the role of fortifications like the walls of Tulum. Discover how warfare intertwined with astronomy, as battles were timed to Venus's cycles. Lucas explains the difference between elite combat and mass mobilization, and how the Late Classic period saw an escalation in violence that contributed to the collapse. This episode sheds light on the martial side of Maya civilization, based on archaeological evidence and deciphered glyphs from sites like Bonampak and Yaxchilan.
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