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The Amazons: wonder-women of the ancient world
David Braund explains why the Amazons of ancient legend were much more than just women who could fight
- Dr David Musgrove, FSA
Published: September 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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If you know anything about the Amazons of ancient legend, it's probably that they were fearsome female fighters, who bravely battled against male heroes of Greek legend. But, according to Professor David Braund, the Amazons were far more than just formidable warrior women – he explains why to David Musgrove.
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David Braund is the author of Amazons: The History Behind the Legend (Cambridge University Press, 2025).
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Authors
Dr David Musgrove, FSAContent director
David Musgrove is the content director at HistoryExtra
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