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Dec 2013
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#5 - Xia 3: The Fall Of The House Of Xia

CHRIS STEWART
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This episode we cover our source materials, and then delve into the latter half of the Xia Dynasty post Shao Kang's restoration. It all ends with the corrupt and cruel Emperor Jie coming face to face with the Army of Shang bearing down on him, intent on ending his reign of terror once and for all.

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