Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Dambusters (2024)

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Episode 22 Bomber Command in Video Games, with Ethan Adato 49:15

1d ago49:15

49:15

In this episode of Nevermind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies discuss the intersection of video games and military history, particularly focusing on RAF Bomber Command. Joined by Ethan Adato, they explore how video games can serve as educational tools, the ethical implications of portraying historical events, and speci…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 22 - Bomber Command in Video Games, with Ethan Adato 49:15

5d ago49:15

49:15

Subscriber-only episode **Episode on general release on Wednesday 30th October In this episode of Nevermind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies discuss the intersection of video games and military history, particularly focusing on RAF Bomber Command. Joined by Ethan Adato, they explore how video games can serve as educati…

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Episode 21 - Bomber Command in the Battle of Britain Part 2 29:18

9d ago29:18

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Battle of Britain Part 2 This week Jane and James continue their discussion on the role of Bomber Command during the Battle of Britain. They discuss the 'Battle of the Barges', the heroic actions of Sergeant John Hanna VC, and the daring Dortmund-Ems Canal raid. The conversation also highlights Winston Churchill's recognition of bomber crews in his…

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Episode 20 - Bomber Command in the Battle of Britain Part 1 29:53

16d ago29:53

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At last! We finally got around to talking about Bomber Command's often overlooked role in the Battle of Britain. In the first of two episodes on this topic, we chat about the run up to the Battle, and highlight the significant contribution of Bomber Command, particularly in attacking Luftwaffe airfields and attacking the Kriegsmarine. The conversat…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 20 - Bomber Command in the Battle of Britain Part 1 29:53

20d ago29:53

29:53

Subscriber-only episode *** Episode on general release on Wednesday 16th October 2024. At last! We finally got around to talking about Bomber Command's often overlooked role in the Battle of Britain. In the first of two episodes on this topic, we chat about the run up to the Battle, and highlight the significant contribution of Bomber Command, part…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 21 - Bomber Command in the Battle of Britain Part 2 29:18

20d ago29:18

29:18

Subscriber-only episode ***This episode is on general release from 23 October 2024 Battle of Britain Part 2 This week Jane and James continue their discussion on the role of Bomber Command during the Battle of Britain. They discuss the 'Battle of the Barges', the heroic actions of Sergeant John Hanna VC, and the daring Dortmund-Ems Canal raid. The …

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Episode 19 - Boy Slade: Bomber Command's Youngest Pilot, with Graham Waterton 47:29

23d ago47:29

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This week we welcome Graham Waterton, author of 'The RAF's Youngest Bomber Pilot of World War II'. The conversation delves into the life of Flight Lieutenant Brian Slade DFC, Graham's uncle, who served as a Wellington and Lancaster pilot (and Pathfinder) . Brian Slade lied about his age to enlist (abetted by his father) and joined Bomber Command at…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 19 - Boy Slade: Bomber Command's Youngest Pilot, with Graham Waterton 47:29

27d ago47:29

47:29

Subscriber-only episode **Subscriber only episode - on general release Wednesday 9th October 2024. This week we welcome Graham Waterton, author of 'The RAF's Youngest Bomber Pilot of World War II'. The conversation delves into the life of Flight Lieutenant Brian Slade DFC, Graham's uncle, who served as a Wellington and Lancaster pilot (and Pathfind…

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Episode 18 - Random Chat & Your Questions! 38:40

30d ago38:40

38:40

We're delighted to have James back on the show and in good form... This week we're having a random chat about all sorts of stuff, from books and films to 'dream flight' scenarios. We answer listeners' questions, and debate whether the USAAF could've carried out Operation Chastise, and whether more targeted bombing could've ended the war sooner. On …

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 18 - Random Chat & Your Questions! 38:40

1M ago38:40

38:40

Subscriber-only episode ** This episode will be on general release on Wednesday 2nd October 2024. We're delighted to have James back on the show and in good form... This week we're having a random chat about all sorts of stuff, from books and films to 'dream flight' scenarios. We debate whether the USAAF could've carried out Operation Chastise, and…

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Episode 17 - Masters of the Air, with Abby Whitlock 41:47

1M ago41:47

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This week, host Jane Gulliford Lowes engages with American historian Abby Whitlock to explore the portrayal of the bombing campaigns during World War II in the series 'Masters of the Air'. They discuss Abby's personal journey into military aviation history, the cultural perceptions of RAF and USAAF crews, the representation of German civilians, and…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 17 - Masters of the Air, with Abby Whitlock 41:47

1M ago41:47

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Subscriber-only episode *This episode will be publicly available on Wednesday 25 September 2024 This week, host Jane Gulliford Lowes engages with American historian Abby Whitlock to explore the portrayal of the bombing campaigns during World War II in the series 'Masters of the Air'. They discuss Abby's personal journey into military aviation histo…

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Episode 16 - The Memory Minefield: Veteran's Stories & Tall Tales, with Ally Campbell-Grieve 39:51

1M ago39:51

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Jane is joined by Ally Campbell-Grieve ( James isn't available this week) to debate the thorny topic of how we should deal with veteran's accounts as historical sources. They explore the challenges historians face when analysing accounts from veterans, particularly those from Bomber Command during WWII. The conversation delves into the background o…

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 16 - The Memory Minefield: Veteran's Stories & Tall Tales, with Ally Campbell-Grieve 39:51

2M ago39:51

39:51

Subscriber-only episode * Episode publicly available on Wednesday 18th September. Jane is joined by Ally Campbell-Grieve ( James isn't available this week) to debate the thorny topic of how we should deal with veteran's accounts as historical sources. They explore the challenges historians face when analysing accounts from veterans, particularly th…

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Episode 15- ARNHEM : Glider Pilots and Bomber Tugs, with Matt Yates. 55:13

2M ago55:13

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This week we discuss the role of RAF bomber aircraft as glider tugs in the Arnhem airlift and airborne operations. We're joined by Matt Yates, the Chief Operations Officer for the Vickers Machine Gun Collection and Research Association, and owner of the Chalk Glider Pilot Regiment Collection. Matt provides insight into the formation of the Glider P…

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🔒 (Premium) Episode 15 - ARNHEM: Glider Pilots and Bomber Tugs, with Matt Yates 55:13

2M ago55:13

55:13

Subscriber-only episode * PUBLIC RELEASE ON 11 SEPTEMBER 2024 This week we discuss the role of RAF bomber aircraft as glider tugs in the Arnhem airlift and airborne operations. We're joined by Matt Yates, the Chief Operations Officer for the Vickers Machine Gun Collection and Research Association, and owner of the Chalk Glider Pilot Regiment Collec…

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Episode 14 - Bomber Command in the Norwegian Campaign, 1940 24:02

2M ago24:02

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Jane is flying solo again this week so this is quite a short one! In this episode she discusses the Norwegian campaign from April to June 1940, which is often overlooked in the history of Bomber Command and World War II. Bomber Command's role in the campaign included bombing German air bases, attacking Kriegsmarine shipping, and mine laying. Howeve…

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🔒 (Premium) Episode 14 - Bomber Command in the Norwegian Campaign, 1940 24:02

2M ago24:02

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Subscriber-only episode Jane is flying solo again this week so this is quite a short one! In this episode she discusses the Norwegian campaign from April to June 1940, which is often overlooked in the history of Bomber Command and World War II. Bomber Command's role in the campaign included bombing German air bases, attacking Kriegsmarine shipping,…

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Episode 13 Combat Stress, Psychological Casualties, & 'Lack of Moral Fibre' - Dr Dan Ellin & Mary Brazier 50:13

2M ago50:13

50:13

‘Even heroes have a breakdown point. Honour and moral fibre are variables. Like pain, the threshold is different in each of us.’ - Phillip Gray, Bomber Pilot. This week, Jane discusses the issue of psychiatric casualties in Bomber Command, with Dr. Dan Ellin (University of Lincoln and International Bomber Command Centre) and Mary Brazier (mental he…

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(Premium) Episode 13 Combat Stress, Psychiatric Casualties, & 'Lack of Moral Fibre' - Dr Dan Ellin & Mary Brazier 50:13

2M ago50:13

50:13

**Episode on public release 28 August 2024 ‘Even heroes have a breakdown point. Honour and moral fibre are variables. Like pain, the threshold is different in each of us.’ - Phillip Gray, Bomber Pilot. This week, Jane discusses the issue of psychiatric casualties in Bomber Command, with Dr. Dan Ellin (University of Lincoln and International Bomber …

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Episode 12 Cultural Memory and Moral Debate, with Daniel Knowles 36:04

2M ago36:04

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Jane and James are joined by writer and historian Daniel Knowles to discuss the cultural memory and evolving opinions of RAF Bomber Command. They explore topics such as the role of Bomber Command in the defeat of Germany, the influence of the Dresden raids, and the moral debate surrounding area bombing. The historiography of Bomber Command is also …

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Episode 11 Your Bomber Command Questions Answered! 43:42

3M ago43:42

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In this episode, Jane and James have a good old chinwag about We Have Ways Fest and their own research projects. Jane chats about her upcoming book on the Lofoten Commando raids, while James reveals his exciting news of writing a book on the Augsburg Raid. In the second half of the show, the team answer listeners' questions about the fate of crews …

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Episode 10 Researching Your Bomber Command Ancestor 59:17

3M ago59:17

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We answer the question we get asked most frequently - "How do I go about researching someone who served with RAF Bomber Command?" In this episode, we discuss how to research ancestors or family members who served with RAF Bomber Command during World War II. We provide a guide to tackling this topic and share own own experiences. We'll cover topics …

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Episode 9 Behind the Scenes at the RAF Museum 48:51

4M ago48:51

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Jane and James discuss their upcoming talks at the We Have Ways of Making You Talk Second World War History Festival in July, and introduce their guests, Dr. Megan Kelleher and Rab Cooper, from the RAF Midlands Museum. Megan and Rab discuss the challenges of presenting the Air War to modern audiences, including the ethical questions surrounding str…

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Episode 8 - Arthur Harris and Area Bombing, with Professor Alan Allport 47:16

4M ago47:16

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In this conversation, Jane and James chat to historian and author Professor Alan Allport about the decision of the British cabinet to allow the RAF to start bombing Germany's Ruhr Valley. He explains that this decision, made in May 1940, was a watershed moment in the war and really marked the beginning of the bombing campaign 'proper'. Allport also…

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Episode 7 - The Avro Lancaster, with Dr Sarah-Louise Miller 33:18

4M ago33:18

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Jane and James interview Dr. Sarah Louise Miller about her new book on the Avro Lancaster, The Lancaster Story. They discuss the significance of the Lancaster in RAF Bomber Command during World War II and its cultural impact. They also explore the personal stories and experiences of those involved with the Lancaster, including ground crew and WAAFs…

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Episode 6 Bomber Command and D-Day (extended episode) 1:05:27

5M ago1:05:27

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In this episode, Jane and James discuss RAF Bomber Command's role in Operations Neptune and Overlord, initially focusing on the preparations for the invasion, particularly the mine-laying element known as MAPLE. They explore the complexities, challenges, and successes of the mine-laying operations, highlighting the inter-service cooperation and the…

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Episode 5 The Wuppertal Raid Pt 2 - Firestorm 36:27

5M ago36:27

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WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of war, death and injury which some listeners may find distressing. In this episode, Jane and James continue their discussion about the Wuppertal raid of May 1943, focusing on the experiences of two crews from 10 Squadron, Penny's Prangers and the Clarke crew, each taking part in their first opera…

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Episode 4 Planning a Bombing Operation: Wuppertal 1943 (Pt.1) 41:28

6M ago41:28

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In this episode, Jane and James discuss the planning of the raid on Wuppertal on 29/30 May 1943. They explore the reasons why Bomber Command targeted the Ruhr Valley and how targets were selected and operations were planned. They also focus on two rookie crews from 10 Squadron who took part in the raid, the Pennicott and Clarke crews. The episode h…

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Episode 3 Handley Page Halifax - A Flight Engineer's Story 38:13

6M ago38:13

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100 year old RAF veteran Tom Davidson shares his experiences of flying on a Halifax in 1944-1945. In this episode of Never Mind the Dam Busters, Jane and James discuss the Handley Page Halifax, an unsung hero of Bomber Command. They delve into the evolution of the Halifax, from the 'death-trap' early Marks to the magnificent Mk III, and its role in…

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Episode 2 - Erks, Chop Girls and Gremlins 46:51

7M ago46:51

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In this episode, the James and Jane are joined by Dr. Dan Ellin to discuss the role of ground crew, ground personnel (there's a difference!) and Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) during World War II. The conversation touches on the concept of the 'chop girl' and the superstitions surrounding dating aircrew. The hosts also explore the relationships…

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Episode 1 - Bomber Command Begins 44:22

7M ago44:22

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Welcome to the first episode of Never Mind The Dambusters! In this episode James and Jane discuss the origins of their mutual interest in RAF Bomber Command, and talk about the evolution of Strategic Bombing Theory from the Great War to the late 1930s. What did it take to build a strategic bomber force and why was it necessary? How do you build a b…

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Trailer 4:25

7M ago4:25

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Welcome to Never Mind The Dambusters, a brand new podcast dedicated to RAF Bomber Command's wartime history. The Dams raids were perhaps amongst the most famous and daring of the Second World War, but there's so much more to Bomber Command's history. Join historians Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies fortnightly for a deep dive into Bomber Co…

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3-4 The Battle of Argos 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

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The Battle of Argos took place in 272 BC between the forces of Pyrrhus, King of Epirus, and a coalition made up of the city-state of Argos, the army of Sparta under King Areus, and the army of Macedonia under King Antigonus Gonatas. Pyrrhus was one of the great generals of the Hellenistic Age and the Battle of Argos marks his final defeat and death…

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3-3 The Battle of Bannockburn 22:32

1+ y ago22:32

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The Battle of Bannockburn took place June 23-24, 1314, with the army of Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, fighting the army of King Edward II of England. It is one of Scotland's most celebrated victories.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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3-2 Operation Chastise - The Dambusters Raid 29:38

1+ y ago29:38

29:38

Operation Chastise, which is better known as the Dambusters Raid, took place on the night of May 16, 1943 during World War II. It was a daring RAF attack on German dams in the Ruhr Valley using some rather unique bombs.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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3-1 The Battles of Frenchtown & the River Raisin Massacre 21:46

1+ y ago21:46

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The Battles of Frenchtown and the subsequent River Raisin Massacre took place January 18-23, 1813 around the Frenchtown settlement in what is present-day Monroe, Michigan. It happens to be the deadliest fight to ever take place on Michigan soil, and had the highest loss of American lives for any battle during the War of 1812.…

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2-23 The Battle of Fort Necessity 19:00

2y ago19:00

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A little known event in the life of a well-known historical figure. The Battle of Fort Necessity took place on July 3, 1754, and marks the first military action seen by a young colonial officer named George Washington. It's also the battle that is credited with starting the French and Indian War.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-22 The Battle of Bosworth Field 15:00

2y ago15:00

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Today's episode talks about the famous clash that brought about an end to the Wars of the Roses and ushered in the Tudor dynasty - the Battle of Bosworth Field, which took place on August 22, 1485.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-21 The Battle of Valmy (1792) 14:48

2y ago14:48

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The Battle of Valmy took place on September 20, 1792. It is one of the early battles of the French Revolution . Though not as well-known as some later battles, it has heroics, a questionable military decision, and is highly significant to the further development of the revolution.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-20 The Great Molasses Flood 17:07

2+ y ago17:07

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On January 15, 1919, a tank holding around 2.3 million gallons of molasses collapsed in Boston's North End neighborhood flooding the streets. Although it sounds like an amusing historical anecdote, it was actually a large disaster that killed and injured many.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-19 The Battle of Lake Tanganyika 25:19

2+ y ago25:19

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In this episode, Hanchuk talks about World War I and the Battle of Lake Tanganyika, which was actually a series of naval engagements between December 1915 and July 1916. Apart from being significant to the war's central African theater, it also served as the inspiration for a novella and classic motion picture.…

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2-18 Gunfight at the O.K. Corral 43:28

2+ y ago43:28

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In this lengthy episode, Hanchuk talks about what is, perhaps, the most famous shootout of the American old west - the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-17 Operation Dragoon 37:16

2+ y ago37:16

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During World War II, the Allies staged Operation Overlord, the amphibious invasion of the Normandy area of France. What few people realize is that a second amphibious invasion, this time in the south of France, took place a few months later. This was Operation Dragoon, and this episode talks about that forgotten event.…

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2-16 Truman Removes MacArthur 35:25

2+ y ago35:25

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During the Korean War, the commander of the United Nations forces was General Douglas MacArthur - at least until April of 1951 when President Harry Truman decided to fire him. In this episode, Hanchuk talks about the circumstances that led to MacArthur's removal.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-15 The Third Servile War - "I'm Spartacus!" 20:07

2+ y ago20:07

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The Third Servile War was a slave revolt from 73-71 BC in the time of the Roman Republic. Few people know it by name, but most have heard of one of its leaders - Spartacus.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-14 Old Glory - A Brief History of the U.S. Flag 18:55

2+ y ago18:55

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The United States flag is perhaps one of the most recognizable national flags in the world. In this episode, Hanchuk takes a brief look at how this well-known symbol of America came to be.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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2-13 The Aleutian Islands Campaign 17:03

2+ y ago17:03

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The Aleutian Islands stretch across the northern Pacific and are part of Alaska. One of the forgotten battles of World War II is when Japan invaded and occupied two of them. The United States, of course, responded by taking those islands back. In this episode, Hanchuk takes the listener through the planning, attack, and outcome of the campaign.…

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2-12 The Terrible Treaty: Versailles, 1919 32:16

2+ y ago32:16

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The 1919 Treaty of Versailles was the formal peace treaty ending World War I between the Allies and Germany. To be blunt, it was a poor treaty, but not for the reasons most people think. In this episode, Hanchuk debunks some common notions about the treaty and argues the real reasons that it resulted in a flawed peace.…

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2-11 Gutenberg and the Printing Press 16:17

2+ y ago16:17

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In the 1430s, Johannes Gutenberg perfected the process of moveable type printing. This led to a printing revolution that had a profound effect on society from that point forward. In this episode, Hanchuk talks about how it all happened.Autor: Tim Hanchuk

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