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  • Ep346 – Invasion literature before WW1 – Tony Bolton

    Ep346 – Invasion literature before WW1 – Tony Bolton
    Dec 1 2024
    29 min
  • Ep345 – Legacy of shellshock after the GW – Dr Stefanie Linden

    Ep345 – Legacy of shellshock after the GW – Dr Stefanie Linden
    Nov 15 2024
    32 min
  • Ep344 – Comparing the Retreats, 1914 & 1940 – Prof. Gary Sheffield

    Ep344 – Comparing the Retreats, 1914 & 1940 – Prof. Gary Sheffield
    Nov 1 2024

    In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Gary Sheffield, President of the Western Front Association, to explore his latest research comparing the British retreats of 1914 and 1940. Drawing from his forthcoming book on the British Army in both World Wars, Professor Sheffield provides an in-depth analysis of these two critical moments in military history. He discusses the tactical, logistical and leadership challenges faced by the British Army in each retreat, offering a compelling comparison of the strategies and outcomes in these distinct periods.
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    1 h et 13 min
  • Ep343 – Unknown Soldier, Story of WW1 – David Preston

    Ep343 – Unknown Soldier, Story of WW1 – David Preston
    Oct 15 2024
    Author David L. Preston discusses his debut novel "Unknown Soldier: World War 1". Published by Azalea City Publishing LLC in June 2024, this historical fiction book that follows the story of James Reynolds, a young man from Thomasville, Alabama, who embarks on a journey of adventure and ends up fighting in the trenches of World War I as part of the Alabama 167th National Guard unit.
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    23 min
  • Ep342 – Defence of the Suez Canal, 1914-15 – Dr Adam Prime

    Ep342 – Defence of the Suez Canal, 1914-15 – Dr Adam Prime
    Oct 1 2024

    In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Adam Prime, an independent scholar, to discuss the defence of the Suez Canal during the pivotal years of 1914 and 1915. Dr. Prime offers fascinating insights into the strategic importance of the canal during World War I, delving into the challenges faced by Allied forces in protecting this vital waterway. Speaking from his home in the NorthWest, Dr. Prime sheds light on lesser-known details of the conflict, making for a captivating conversation on military history and geopolitics.
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    28 min
  • Ep341 – African American Signallers – Dr Brian Hall

    Ep341 – African American Signallers – Dr Brian Hall
    Sep 15 2024

    Academic Dr Brian Hall talks to me about his research into the overlooked experiences of the 325th Field Signal Battalion, the first Black signal unit in the U.S. Army during the First World War. His work highlights the battalion's contributions and the challenges they faced within a racially prejudiced military environment, arguing that their technical proficiency and combat service challenged racial stereotypes and contributed to the broader struggle for civil rights. Dr Hall is a historian based at the University of Salford.
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    37 min
  • Ep340 – John Nichol – The Unknown Warrior

    Ep340 – John Nichol – The Unknown Warrior
    Sep 1 2024

    Author and former RAF navigator John Nichol talks about his latest book and theatre tour, The Unknown Warrior. This book is an exploration of the poignant history and enduring significance of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey, uncovering stories of sacrifice, remembrance, and the personal and collective impact of war. It is published by Simon & Schuster UK. Further info is here: www.JohnNicholLive.com. If you’re listening to this after 7 November 2024, the tour has ended.
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    46 min
  • Ep339 – Liberty Cadillac US1257X – Marc Lasson

    Ep339 – Liberty Cadillac US1257X – Marc Lasson
    Aug 15 2024
    In this episode, we're joined by Marc Lassen, who shares the captivating story of The Liberty Car—Cadillac US1257X. Discovered in 2005, this Cadillac officer's car had its WWI military history lost to time until Marc's dedicated efforts to authenticate and preserve its legacy. Through collecting countless artifacts and meticulous research, Marc has brought to light the extraordinary service record of this unique vehicle. The Liberty Car was present in France throughout the entirety of the U.S. involvement in the Great War, from 1917 to 1919, making it a rare survivor with a verified record of service in WWI. It played a crucial role during the Second Battle of the Marne, providing support to French and American troops near the front line. Additionally, Eleanor Butler Roosevelt, wife of Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., utilized the Cadillac for two months while scouting locations for soldiers' rest and recuperation leave, as documented in her autobiography. Despite the passage of time, the Liberty Car has survived remarkably intact, retaining many original materials, components, and evidence of its wartime service. Recognizing its historical significance, the car was added to the Historic Vehicle Association's National Historic Vehicle Register and the U.S. Department of the Interior Historic American Engineering Record in 2014.
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    54 min