Attila The Hun - What do we actually know?

He called himself a king, Rome called him a nightmare, and history remembers him as Attila the Hun.In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin “The Woodman” Woods take on Attila the Hun, the brutal fifth-century warlord who threatened the Roman Empire, tore through Europe, and earned his chilling nickname: the Scourge of God.What you’ll hear in this episode:🐎 The rise of Attila the Hun – how a warrior from the Hun ruling family became one of the most feared leaders in ancient history🏛️ Attila vs the Roman Empire – his invasions, ruthless diplomacy, and the devastation he left behind💍 The wedding that started a war – the strange royal scandal that helped spark Attila’s march into Gaul and Italy🪦Death, burial and legend – from his mysterious final night to the secret grave that fuelled his myth for centuriesIf you love history podcasts, ancient warfare, and unbelievable true stories, this episode of Bloomin’ Legends is for you.Got a legend you want us to cover?📩 Send it to: bloominlegends@global.com📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloominlegendsListen to all episodes on Global Player, download the app, or visit www.globalplayer.comBloomin’ Legends is a Global productionProduced by Ben FaircloughNew Episodes are released every Wednesday & Sunday. Subscribe to never miss an episode!