Assassination: When a Single Bullet Changes HistoryWhat do Julius Caesar, Abraham Lincoln, and JFK have in common? Their deaths weren’t random - they were assassinations. In this episode of English and Beyond, we explore how assassination has shaped history, from Ancient Rome to the modern day.We’ll look at iconic cases like:Julius Caesar and the fall of the Roman RepublicThomas Becket and the power of the Church in medieval EnglandAbraham Lincoln and the aftermath of the Civil WarArchduke Franz Ferdinand and the start of WWIJohn F. Kennedy and the rise of modern conspiracy cultureAnd we reflect on a shocking case from 2024: the killing of a powerful healthcare CEO - and what it says about power today.Whether you're interested in history, politics or just curious about how one act can change the world, this episode offers deeper insight - and intermediate-level English listening practice.📖 Want to improve your English even more? Read the full transcript & vocabulary flashcards → www.morethanalanguage.com Watch us on Youtube → @englishandbeyondpodcast Email your thoughts or questions → [email protected] 🎙 New episodes every week! Subscribe now to practise listening, expand your vocabulary, and learn English in a natural, fun way. And remember, if this podcast is a little too easy for you, we have "English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast" too!

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