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10 Most Brutal and Cruellest Dynasties in History

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VOICE OVER: Peter DeGiglio WRITTEN BY: George Pacheco Power, bloodshed, and fear were the currencies of history's most notorious ruling families... Join us as we explore the ruthless dynasties that dominated their eras through terror and brutality! From beheadings and bloody massacres to torture chambers and genocide, these royal houses wrote their legacies in the blood of their enemies and sometimes their own families. Our countdown includes the House of Tudor, the Medicis, the Mongol Empire, the Ottoman Empire, the House of Habsburg and more! These dynasties ruled through intimidation, executed dissenters, and even committed genocide to maintain their grip on power. What do you think is the most interesting period in history for chaotic political dynasties? Let us know in the comments! read more...

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