The German Peasants' War

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In the early 16th century, tens of thousands of peasants across the German-speaking lands rose up against their lords. Fuelled by economic hardship, religious upheaval and radical new ideas about justice and freedom, the German Peasants’ War became the largest popular revolt in European history before the French Revolution. In this episode, we're joined by Professor Lyndal Roper to explore why the rebellion erupted, how it spiralled into brutal violence and how its failure reshaped Europe for centuries to come. Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Dougal Patmore. All music from Epidemic Sounds/All3Media. Dan Snow's History Hit is a History Hit podcast.