The Energy of Empire 1. The Black Iron Prison

Why do imperial structures arise? What forces play into them? Are they internally harmonious, or do they contain different factions fighting against each other? And do we still live in the age of empires now, or have we evolved beyond that primitive way of operating?

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Music:
Command & Conquer Red Alert: Hell March