Historical Battle of Carrhae 53 BCE

In this video documentary, we delve into the historical battle of Carrhae, one of the most epic and devastating military battles in Rome's history. Taking place in 53 BCE, the battle saw an army of the Roman Republic, led by the famous Marcus Licinius Crassus, clash with the Parthian Empire in modern-day Turkey.

Despite having a larger force and advanced military tactics, the Romans suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of the Parthians. The battle resulted in the death of Crassus, the loss of over 20,000 Roman soldiers, and the capture of many more. It was a turning point in Roman history and marked the beginning of the end of the Roman Republic.

In this video, we explore the background and events leading up to the battle, the strategies and tactics used by both sides, and the impact of this devastating defeat on Roman history. Join us as we uncover the secrets and mysteries of the battle of Carrhae, and discover why it remains one of the most fascinating and significant battles in history.

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Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Crassus marches into Parthian territory
02:04 Awesomeness
03:49 Surena advances to meet Crassus
04:32 Parthians attack the Romans
05:14 Crassus orders a charge
06:09 Romans change formation and advance
07:59 Crassus tries diplomacy
08:54 Crassus's son Publius attacks the Parthians
10:29 Publius is cornered
13:14 Crassus' assault against the Parthians
14:13 Surena encircles and crushes the remaining Romans
14:55 Crassus dies
15:19 Decisive Parthian victory and conclusion