The first time in modern history an Asian power defeated a European empire. Episode 8 covers Admiral Togo's stunning naval victory at Tsushima, the brutal Battle of Mukden, and how the war shattered the myth of European invincibility — inspiring independence movements across Asia and triggering revolution in Russia.
Show notes
May 27, 1905. The Battle of Tsushima. In a single day, Russia loses 34 of 38 ships. Admiral Togo Heihachiro becomes the Nelson of the East. The myth of European invincibility shatters. Asia awakens. The 20th century pivots. Eight episodes. From the Gold Seal of 57 AD to global power.