Episode 8: The Albanian Flag: Skanderbeg’s Revenge

Invasion and rebellion. Conversion and conquest. This is the story of Albania’s double-eagle flag – and one nation’s centuries-old quest for independence.

The history of the Albanian flag is a story of invasion and rebellion, conversion and conquest. We also explore the extraordinary life of the flag's designer, Skanderbeg: the warlord who led the Albanians against the Ottoman Empire under the double-eagle flag of revolution.

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Music | In Order of Appearance

“Wide Eyes” by Chad Crouch

“Warm Up Suit” by Broke for Free

“Impact Moderato” by Kevin Macleod

“Black Lung” by Broke for Free

“Beauty Flow” by Kevin Macleod

“Night Owl” by Broke for Free

“War” by Shaolin Dub

“Luminous” by Broke for Free

“Drop of Water in the Ocean” by Broke for Free

Source: FreeMusicArchive.org

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