The European Country That Disappeared (Arles/Burgundy) - Featuring My Face!

In this episode of General Knowledge, we talk about the Kingdom of Arles. Throughout Medieval Europe we can find a number of countries that used to exist, but don't anymore. The Kingdom of Arles, also known as the Kingdom of Burgundy, is an example of this. A sovereign country that existed for a few decades in what is today Southern France, but came to be annexed - first by the Holy Roman Empire / Germany and then by France itself. Here I explain the Scandinavian origin of the people after whom the Kingdom was named, how it came to be independent at various times, and how it eventually failed its transition into a modern country. After that, I also explain difference between this Burgundian Kingdom and the Burgundian States further North, occupying part of modern France and Germany and also almost all of the Benelux region. If either had succeeded in surviving as a country, Europe's map today would look significantly different.

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[General.Knowledge]

*Thanks for all the kind comments, everyone! Excited to move forward with this format and connect more with all of you :)*

[TexanTurtle]

I’m shocked to find out that he wasn’t actually Napoleon.

[MateoQuixote]

Shocked to see how handsome he is, my goodness. He has a great voice, very calm and easy to listen to and good for sharing information, had no idea it was attached to such a good looking face

[Femeniafirearms]

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[davidreichert]

You don't look anything like I expected from you voice. Still, looking good! Appreciate all the great work you do on this channel!

[XelitexX]

General Knowledge face reveal, a surprise to be sure but a welcome one. Hope this new format is to your liking, keep up the good work. Cheers!

[jcrules]

Wow he's smart and hot? What a gem!

[ahfa]

After years of building my childhood in geography he’s finally revealed his face… and he’s majestic

[firefly]

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[LordZeus]

Some notes:
-Its nice to finally put a face to the name
-This new format feels more intimate, not quite like a one-one conversation intimate, but less of a lecture
-While I know the old format doesn't work for everyone, I really liked the graphics and the ever expanding "whiteboard" because I'm a visual learner
-This new format being a combination of visuals and graphics works well but I'm personally partial to the written style graphics and collage of information
-Your content is always so informative and well made
-Ultimately, this is your channel and I shouldn't dictate what you should do with it or how to make your content, I'm glad you're trying something new for whatever reason you decided to do it, you seem to do this because you love doing it so keep it up!

[Mintybutter]

I did not expect this today… I’m happy for you! 🇵🇹

[fra]

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[remalbaddawi]

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[rich]

HOW HAVE YOU NOT USED YOUR FACE UNTIL NOW?!

You are GORGEOUS! You are SO INCREDIBLY HANDSOME!

After years of viewing your content, I genuinely subscribed right now because I think you’re one of the most beautiful men I’ve ever seen. Wow. I always loved your voice, but your voice coupled with your face has sent me into overdrive.

You are the most handsome YouTuber I’ve ever seen. Keep showing your face. Please.

[christopherbolander]

Thirsty views are still views. Keep up the great work, handsome!

[cdanerz]

His face match perfectly with his voice 😂
He genuinely looks like a Portuguese guy

[sukhoiso]

watched your vids since when you had just 1k subs, love your work bro

[VeraDonna]

Came for the content, stayed for the eye candy 😍
(just kidding, mas és fofo de verdade).

I'm invested in this new format of a more in-depth view of one subject. Keep up the good work!

[jedward]

I like the new format a lot. Its great to have a deep dive into obscure places like Burgundy. Liked seeing your face, too.

[fbo]

Lovely to see ya, my fellow portuguese!

You sould get a second camera angle to spice up the narration part🤙