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AWA378 - Did the Persians Really Use Cats at the Battle of Pelusium?

October 10, 2025·13 min·1 clip

Murray explores whether Persians really used cats against Egyptians at the Battle of Pelusium.

This episode explores the historical question of whether Persians used cats and other sacred animals against Egyptians at the Battle of Pelusium, based on Polyinus' account. Murray, the host, discusses the reliability of this story and its implications for understanding ancient military tactics and cultural beliefs.

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