History of the Second World War historyofthesecondworldwar.com en Copyright Wesley Livesay History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/21bf4060-5dd8-11ec-9e7b-cf638f607a7e/image/a0bffe858b2be3f366512de624384db7.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress History of the Second World War historyofthesecondworldwar.com no episodic History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war... Wesley Livesay History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath. History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath.

]]> Wesley Livesay historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com 255: Greece Pt. 7 - The Invasion Ends Just ten days after Germany launched Operation Marita, the decision was made to evacuate all British forces from Greece — and this episode covers the chaotic final weeks of the campaign as that decision unfolded. Greek military commander Papagos had largely given up hope by mid-April, the Greek government and royal family fled to Crete, and the 200,000-strong Greek force in Albania surrendered to the Germans on April 20th in a quiet deal that deliberately excluded the Italians. The RAF fought its last battles over Athens before withdrawing, and the Royal Navy scrambled to organize a night-only evacuation using destroyers and converted liners under constant Luftwaffe pressure that would ultimately destroy 26 ships and kill 2,000 men. Communication failures plagued the effort — at Kalamata alone, twice the expected number of troops arrived at the beaches, and half were left behind when the ships pulled away before dawn. In total roughly 50,000 men were brought out of Greece, but around 14,000 were left to be captured, all without their heavy equipment, and the entire expedition would be recorded as yet another British disaster — setting the stage for the fight to hold the island of Crete that would follow almost immediately. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 67 Wesley Livesay Just ten days after Germany launched Operation Marita, the decision was made to evacuate all British forces from Greece — and this episode covers the chaotic final weeks of the campaign as that decision unfolded. Greek military commander Papagos had largely given up hope by mid-April, the Greek government and royal family fled to Crete, and the 200,000-strong Greek force in Albania surrendered to the Germans on April 20th in a quiet deal that deliberately excluded the Italians. The RAF fought its last battles over Athens before withdrawing, and the Royal Navy scrambled to organize a night-only evacuation using destroyers and converted liners under constant Luftwaffe pressure that would ultimately destroy 26 ships and kill 2,000 men. Communication failures plagued the effort — at Kalamata alone, twice the expected number of troops arrived at the beaches, and half were left behind when the ships pulled away before dawn. In total roughly 50,000 men were brought out of Greece, but around 14,000 were left to be captured, all without their heavy equipment, and the entire expedition would be recorded as yet another British disaster — setting the stage for the fight to hold the island of Crete that would follow almost immediately. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just ten days after Germany launched Operation Marita, the decision was made to evacuate all British forces from Greece — and this episode covers the chaotic final weeks of the campaign as that decision unfolded. Greek military commander Papagos had largely given up hope by mid-April, the Greek government and royal family fled to Crete, and the 200,000-strong Greek force in Albania surrendered to the Germans on April 20th in a quiet deal that deliberately excluded the Italians. The RAF fought its last battles over Athens before withdrawing, and the Royal Navy scrambled to organize a night-only evacuation using destroyers and converted liners under constant Luftwaffe pressure that would ultimately destroy 26 ships and kill 2,000 men. Communication failures plagued the effort — at Kalamata alone, twice the expected number of troops arrived at the beaches, and half were left behind when the ships pulled away before dawn. In total roughly 50,000 men were brought out of Greece, but around 14,000 were left to be captured, all without their heavy equipment, and the entire expedition would be recorded as yet another British disaster — setting the stage for the fight to hold the island of Crete that would follow almost immediately.


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]]> 1414 no 254: Greece Pt. 6 - The Invasion Begins On April 6th, 1941, Germany launched Operation Marita, the invasion of Greece, with the 12th Army under General List striking primarily through the newly conquered territory of Yugoslavia to outflank the well-prepared Greek Metaxas Line. The opening days of the attack were harder than the Germans expected — the Greeks defended stubbornly along the Metaxas Line, particularly at the Rupel Pass, but flanking movements soon made those positions untenable, and the vital port of Salonika fell after just three days of fighting. Meanwhile, the British were dealt a serious blow when a Luftwaffe raid on the port of Piraeus set off an ammunition ship, closing the harbor for two critical days, while intelligence intercepts revealed German forces pushing through the Monastir Gap to envelop the British Aliakmon Line. What followed was a grinding fighting retreat southward by Allied forces through the Servia and Olympus passes toward the historic pass at Thermopylae, with ANZAC troops buying time against an advancing German army that was better supplied, better supported from the air, and ultimately impossible to stop — raising the alarming question of whether any evacuation from Greece could even be arranged. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 66 Wesley Livesay On April 6th, 1941, Germany launched Operation Marita, the invasion of Greece, with the 12th Army under General List striking primarily through the newly conquered territory of Yugoslavia to outflank the well-prepared Greek Metaxas Line. The opening days of the attack were harder than the Germans expected — the Greeks defended stubbornly along the Metaxas Line, particularly at the Rupel Pass, but flanking movements soon made those positions untenable, and the vital port of Salonika fell after just three days of fighting. Meanwhile, the British were dealt a serious blow when a Luftwaffe raid on the port of Piraeus set off an ammunition ship, closing the harbor for two critical days, while intelligence intercepts revealed German forces pushing through the Monastir Gap to envelop the British Aliakmon Line. What followed was a grinding fighting retreat southward by Allied forces through the Servia and Olympus passes toward the historic pass at Thermopylae, with ANZAC troops buying time against an advancing German army that was better supplied, better supported from the air, and ultimately impossible to stop — raising the alarming question of whether any evacuation from Greece could even be arranged. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On April 6th, 1941, Germany launched Operation Marita, the invasion of Greece, with the 12th Army under General List striking primarily through the newly conquered territory of Yugoslavia to outflank the well-prepared Greek Metaxas Line. The opening days of the attack were harder than the Germans expected — the Greeks defended stubbornly along the Metaxas Line, particularly at the Rupel Pass, but flanking movements soon made those positions untenable, and the vital port of Salonika fell after just three days of fighting. Meanwhile, the British were dealt a serious blow when a Luftwaffe raid on the port of Piraeus set off an ammunition ship, closing the harbor for two critical days, while intelligence intercepts revealed German forces pushing through the Monastir Gap to envelop the British Aliakmon Line. What followed was a grinding fighting retreat southward by Allied forces through the Servia and Olympus passes toward the historic pass at Thermopylae, with ANZAC troops buying time against an advancing German army that was better supplied, better supported from the air, and ultimately impossible to stop — raising the alarming question of whether any evacuation from Greece could even be arranged.


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]]> 1449 no Listener Questions Pt. 3 Spanish Civil War Guerillas, the impact of Yugoslavia's transportation infrastructure, and evaluating British generals across the world wars. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 65 Wesley Livesay Spanish Civil War Guerillas, the impact of Yugoslavia's transportation infrastructure, and evaluating British generals across the world wars. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Spanish Civil War Guerillas, the impact of Yugoslavia's transportation infrastructure, and evaluating British generals across the world wars.


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]]> 1385 no 253: Greece Pt. 5 - Cape Matapan While the land campaign in Greece was grinding forward, the Mediterranean was the scene of an equally consequential struggle at sea. This episode tells the story of the Battle of Cape Matapan, one of the most decisive British naval victories of the entire war. When the Italian fleet sortied to intercept a British convoy carrying New Zealand troops to Greece, the Royal Navy was waiting — thanks in no small part to the codebreakers at Bletchley Park, where a young woman named Mavis Lever had cracked the Italian Enigma by exploiting a careless operator's mistake. What followed was a night action in which British battleships, guided by radar that the Italians did not possess, caught two heavy cruisers at point-blank range and annihilated them in minutes, sinking three cruisers and two destroyers and killing over 2,300 Italian sailors while suffering almost no losses themselves — a stunning demonstration of how technology and intelligence were reshaping naval warfare. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0000 full 4 64 Wesley Livesay While the land campaign in Greece was grinding forward, the Mediterranean was the scene of an equally consequential struggle at sea. This episode tells the story of the Battle of Cape Matapan, one of the most decisive British naval victories of the entire war. When the Italian fleet sortied to intercept a British convoy carrying New Zealand troops to Greece, the Royal Navy was waiting — thanks in no small part to the codebreakers at Bletchley Park, where a young woman named Mavis Lever had cracked the Italian Enigma by exploiting a careless operator's mistake. What followed was a night action in which British battleships, guided by radar that the Italians did not possess, caught two heavy cruisers at point-blank range and annihilated them in minutes, sinking three cruisers and two destroyers and killing over 2,300 Italian sailors while suffering almost no losses themselves — a stunning demonstration of how technology and intelligence were reshaping naval warfare. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the land campaign in Greece was grinding forward, the Mediterranean was the scene of an equally consequential struggle at sea. This episode tells the story of the Battle of Cape Matapan, one of the most decisive British naval victories of the entire war. When the Italian fleet sortied to intercept a British convoy carrying New Zealand troops to Greece, the Royal Navy was waiting — thanks in no small part to the codebreakers at Bletchley Park, where a young woman named Mavis Lever had cracked the Italian Enigma by exploiting a careless operator's mistake. What followed was a night action in which British battleships, guided by radar that the Italians did not possess, caught two heavy cruisers at point-blank range and annihilated them in minutes, sinking three cruisers and two destroyers and killing over 2,300 Italian sailors while suffering almost no losses themselves — a stunning demonstration of how technology and intelligence were reshaping naval warfare.


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]]> 1386 no 252: Greece Pt. 4 - Spring 1941 As the spring of 1941 approaches, the war in Greece enters a critical new phase. The Italians launch a major offensive in Albania, staking everything on capturing the heavily defended Hill 731, only to suffer over 12,000 casualties and gain essentially nothing after weeks of futile assaults. Meanwhile, Bulgaria's decision to join the Tripartite Pact and allow German troops to cross its territory fundamentally changes the strategic picture, opening vast stretches of border to a potential German invasion. On the Allied side, the British and Greeks struggle to agree on where to make their stand, ultimately settling on the shorter Aliákmon Line over Greek objections, while tens of thousands of Australian and New Zealand troops begin arriving in Greece to man defenses that are far from complete — setting the stage for the looming German onslaught. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 63 Wesley Livesay As the spring of 1941 approaches, the war in Greece enters a critical new phase. The Italians launch a major offensive in Albania, staking everything on capturing the heavily defended Hill 731, only to suffer over 12,000 casualties and gain essentially nothing after weeks of futile assaults. Meanwhile, Bulgaria's decision to join the Tripartite Pact and allow German troops to cross its territory fundamentally changes the strategic picture, opening vast stretches of border to a potential German invasion. On the Allied side, the British and Greeks struggle to agree on where to make their stand, ultimately settling on the shorter Aliákmon Line over Greek objections, while tens of thousands of Australian and New Zealand troops begin arriving in Greece to man defenses that are far from complete — setting the stage for the looming German onslaught. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the spring of 1941 approaches, the war in Greece enters a critical new phase. The Italians launch a major offensive in Albania, staking everything on capturing the heavily defended Hill 731, only to suffer over 12,000 casualties and gain essentially nothing after weeks of futile assaults. Meanwhile, Bulgaria's decision to join the Tripartite Pact and allow German troops to cross its territory fundamentally changes the strategic picture, opening vast stretches of border to a potential German invasion. On the Allied side, the British and Greeks struggle to agree on where to make their stand, ultimately settling on the shorter Aliákmon Line over Greek objections, while tens of thousands of Australian and New Zealand troops begin arriving in Greece to man defenses that are far from complete — setting the stage for the looming German onslaught.


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]]> 1430 no 251: Greece Pt. 3 - The Path to Escalation The Italo-Greek War, which began as a purely regional conflict in October 1940, would transform into a broader European confrontation as both Germany and Britain made the fateful decision to intervene in Greece. For the Germans, concerns about protecting vital Romanian oil fields from potential British air attacks, combined with fears of Italian collapse, drove the planning of Operation Marita, an invasion designed to secure the Balkans before the launch of Barbarossa. Meanwhile, Churchill and the British leadership saw Greece as an opportunity to distract Axis forces, demonstrate support for smaller nations, and potentially build a Balkan alliance with Yugoslavia and Turkey. Greek leader Metaxas initially resisted British ground forces, fearing they would provoke German intervention, but his death in January 1941 led to a shift in policy under his successor. As German forces moved into Romania and Bulgaria throughout early 1941, and British RAF squadrons began arriving in Greece, both sides prepared for a confrontation that would expand the war far beyond the mountains of Albania where Italian and Greek forces had been locked in bitter combat. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 62 Wesley Livesay The Italo-Greek War, which began as a purely regional conflict in October 1940, would transform into a broader European confrontation as both Germany and Britain made the fateful decision to intervene in Greece. For the Germans, concerns about protecting vital Romanian oil fields from potential British air attacks, combined with fears of Italian collapse, drove the planning of Operation Marita, an invasion designed to secure the Balkans before the launch of Barbarossa. Meanwhile, Churchill and the British leadership saw Greece as an opportunity to distract Axis forces, demonstrate support for smaller nations, and potentially build a Balkan alliance with Yugoslavia and Turkey. Greek leader Metaxas initially resisted British ground forces, fearing they would provoke German intervention, but his death in January 1941 led to a shift in policy under his successor. As German forces moved into Romania and Bulgaria throughout early 1941, and British RAF squadrons began arriving in Greece, both sides prepared for a confrontation that would expand the war far beyond the mountains of Albania where Italian and Greek forces had been locked in bitter combat. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Italo-Greek War, which began as a purely regional conflict in October 1940, would transform into a broader European confrontation as both Germany and Britain made the fateful decision to intervene in Greece. For the Germans, concerns about protecting vital Romanian oil fields from potential British air attacks, combined with fears of Italian collapse, drove the planning of Operation Marita, an invasion designed to secure the Balkans before the launch of Barbarossa. Meanwhile, Churchill and the British leadership saw Greece as an opportunity to distract Axis forces, demonstrate support for smaller nations, and potentially build a Balkan alliance with Yugoslavia and Turkey. Greek leader Metaxas initially resisted British ground forces, fearing they would provoke German intervention, but his death in January 1941 led to a shift in policy under his successor. As German forces moved into Romania and Bulgaria throughout early 1941, and British RAF squadrons began arriving in Greece, both sides prepared for a confrontation that would expand the war far beyond the mountains of Albania where Italian and Greek forces had been locked in bitter combat.


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]]> 1554 no Interview 52: Why Barbarossa Failed with Timothy Manion For this interview I was joined by Timothy Manion to discuss his upcoming book Why Barbarossa Failed: Germany and Russia in the Second World War which released March 5, 2026. https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/why-barbarossa-failed-germany-and-russia-in-the-second-world-war.php Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 61 Wesley Livesay For this interview I was joined by Timothy Manion to discuss his upcoming book Why Barbarossa Failed: Germany and Russia in the Second World War which released March 5, 2026. https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/why-barbarossa-failed-germany-and-russia-in-the-second-world-war.php Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For this interview I was joined by Timothy Manion to discuss his upcoming book Why Barbarossa Failed: Germany and Russia in the Second World War which released March 5, 2026.

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]]> 2601 no Listener Questions Pt. 2 Because so many questions were sent in for the first Questions episode, I had to make another. If you have First or Second World War Questions send them to historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 60 Wesley Livesay Because so many questions were sent in for the first Questions episode, I had to make another. If you have First or Second World War Questions send them to historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Because so many questions were sent in for the first Questions episode, I had to make another.

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]]> 1440 no 250: Greece Pt. 2 - After the Failure This episode continues the story of the Italo-Greek War following the disastrous Italian invasion of Greece in late October 1940. After the Italian defeat at Kalpaki, the Greeks launched a counteroffensive that quickly pushed Italian forces back across the border and into Albania, capturing the city of Korce and taking over 10,000 prisoners. The episode examines the Italian leadership shake-ups that followed, with General Soddu replacing Prasca and Marshal Badoglio being publicly scapegoated before his replacement by Cavallero. As winter set in, both armies suffered terribly from frostbite and harsh conditions that made offensive operations nearly impossible. The RAF arrived in limited numbers but disappointed Greek hopes for major air support, while the Royal Hellenic Air Force performed the remarkable Engineers' Epic, moving aircraft 26 kilometers through blizzard conditions to preserve their fighting strength. The episode concludes with the death of Greek leader Metaxas in January 1941 and his replacement by Koryzis, whose willingness to accept British ground forces would set the stage for the war's expansion beyond a regional Greco-Italian conflict. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 59 Wesley Livesay This episode continues the story of the Italo-Greek War following the disastrous Italian invasion of Greece in late October 1940. After the Italian defeat at Kalpaki, the Greeks launched a counteroffensive that quickly pushed Italian forces back across the border and into Albania, capturing the city of Korce and taking over 10,000 prisoners. The episode examines the Italian leadership shake-ups that followed, with General Soddu replacing Prasca and Marshal Badoglio being publicly scapegoated before his replacement by Cavallero. As winter set in, both armies suffered terribly from frostbite and harsh conditions that made offensive operations nearly impossible. The RAF arrived in limited numbers but disappointed Greek hopes for major air support, while the Royal Hellenic Air Force performed the remarkable Engineers' Epic, moving aircraft 26 kilometers through blizzard conditions to preserve their fighting strength. The episode concludes with the death of Greek leader Metaxas in January 1941 and his replacement by Koryzis, whose willingness to accept British ground forces would set the stage for the war's expansion beyond a regional Greco-Italian conflict. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode continues the story of the Italo-Greek War following the disastrous Italian invasion of Greece in late October 1940. After the Italian defeat at Kalpaki, the Greeks launched a counteroffensive that quickly pushed Italian forces back across the border and into Albania, capturing the city of Korce and taking over 10,000 prisoners. The episode examines the Italian leadership shake-ups that followed, with General Soddu replacing Prasca and Marshal Badoglio being publicly scapegoated before his replacement by Cavallero. As winter set in, both armies suffered terribly from frostbite and harsh conditions that made offensive operations nearly impossible. The RAF arrived in limited numbers but disappointed Greek hopes for major air support, while the Royal Hellenic Air Force performed the remarkable Engineers' Epic, moving aircraft 26 kilometers through blizzard conditions to preserve their fighting strength. The episode concludes with the death of Greek leader Metaxas in January 1941 and his replacement by Koryzis, whose willingness to accept British ground forces would set the stage for the war's expansion beyond a regional Greco-Italian conflict.


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]]> 1627 no 249: Greece Pt. 1 - Plans and Preparations In October 1940, Mussolini launched an invasion of Greece from Albania, determined to secure Italian expansion in the Balkans before any peace could be negotiated. This episode examines the lead-up to the Italo-Greek War, beginning with Greece under the Metaxas dictatorship and its efforts to build up military strength despite limited industrial capacity. We explore Italy's decision to target Greece after delays in North Africa, the flawed assumptions Italian leaders held about Greek willingness to fight, and the fabricated provocations used to justify the invasion. When the Italian ultimatum was delivered at 3AM on October 28th, Metaxas famously rejected it, and Greece mobilized with unexpected unity as political divisions evaporated overnight. The episode follows the opening days of the invasion, hampered by torrential rains and mountainous terrain, culminating in the Battle of Kalpaki on November 2nd where Greek artillery devastated Italian tank attacks. By November 8th, the Italian offensive had completely stalled, forcing a major reorganization and change of command that set the stage for further failures to come. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 58 Wesley Livesay In October 1940, Mussolini launched an invasion of Greece from Albania, determined to secure Italian expansion in the Balkans before any peace could be negotiated. This episode examines the lead-up to the Italo-Greek War, beginning with Greece under the Metaxas dictatorship and its efforts to build up military strength despite limited industrial capacity. We explore Italy's decision to target Greece after delays in North Africa, the flawed assumptions Italian leaders held about Greek willingness to fight, and the fabricated provocations used to justify the invasion. When the Italian ultimatum was delivered at 3AM on October 28th, Metaxas famously rejected it, and Greece mobilized with unexpected unity as political divisions evaporated overnight. The episode follows the opening days of the invasion, hampered by torrential rains and mountainous terrain, culminating in the Battle of Kalpaki on November 2nd where Greek artillery devastated Italian tank attacks. By November 8th, the Italian offensive had completely stalled, forcing a major reorganization and change of command that set the stage for further failures to come. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠megaphone.f⁠m Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In October 1940, Mussolini launched an invasion of Greece from Albania, determined to secure Italian expansion in the Balkans before any peace could be negotiated. This episode examines the lead-up to the Italo-Greek War, beginning with Greece under the Metaxas dictatorship and its efforts to build up military strength despite limited industrial capacity. We explore Italy's decision to target Greece after delays in North Africa, the flawed assumptions Italian leaders held about Greek willingness to fight, and the fabricated provocations used to justify the invasion. When the Italian ultimatum was delivered at 3AM on October 28th, Metaxas famously rejected it, and Greece mobilized with unexpected unity as political divisions evaporated overnight. The episode follows the opening days of the invasion, hampered by torrential rains and mountainous terrain, culminating in the Battle of Kalpaki on November 2nd where Greek artillery devastated Italian tank attacks. By November 8th, the Italian offensive had completely stalled, forcing a major reorganization and change of command that set the stage for further failures to come.


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]]> 1655 no 248: Taranto Pt. 2 - The Attack On the night of November 11, 1940, the HMS Illustrious launched two waves of Swordfish torpedo bombers against the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. Despite losing formation in the clouds and facing intense anti-aircraft fire, the British pilots pressed home their attacks against the Italian battleships. When the smoke cleared, three battleships—the Littorio, Conti di Cavour, and Duilio—had been torpedoed and damaged, with the Cavour never returning to service. This episode covers the dramatic night attack, the damage inflicted on the Italian fleet, and the aftermath that shifted the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean while providing a glimpse of the future of carrier-based warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 57 Wesley Livesay On the night of November 11, 1940, the HMS Illustrious launched two waves of Swordfish torpedo bombers against the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. Despite losing formation in the clouds and facing intense anti-aircraft fire, the British pilots pressed home their attacks against the Italian battleships. When the smoke cleared, three battleships—the Littorio, Conti di Cavour, and Duilio—had been torpedoed and damaged, with the Cavour never returning to service. This episode covers the dramatic night attack, the damage inflicted on the Italian fleet, and the aftermath that shifted the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean while providing a glimpse of the future of carrier-based warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On the night of November 11, 1940, the HMS Illustrious launched two waves of Swordfish torpedo bombers against the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. Despite losing formation in the clouds and facing intense anti-aircraft fire, the British pilots pressed home their attacks against the Italian battleships. When the smoke cleared, three battleships—the Littorio, Conti di Cavour, and Duilio—had been torpedoed and damaged, with the Cavour never returning to service. This episode covers the dramatic night attack, the damage inflicted on the Italian fleet, and the aftermath that shifted the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean while providing a glimpse of the future of carrier-based warfare.


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]]> 1556 no 247: Taranto Pt. 1 - Plans and Preparations In November 1940, the Royal Navy launched one of the most audacious carrier operations of the Second World War—a nighttime air attack on the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. This episode explores the planning and preparations behind Operation Judgement, examining why Admiral Cunningham and his Mediterranean fleet turned to airpower when traditional fleet engagements proved elusive. From the capabilities of the seemingly obsolete Fairey Swordfish biplane and its torpedoes to the Italian defenses protecting their prized battleships, this episode sets the stage for an attack that would fundamentally shift the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean and foreshadow the future of carrier-based warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 56 Wesley Livesay In November 1940, the Royal Navy launched one of the most audacious carrier operations of the Second World War—a nighttime air attack on the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. This episode explores the planning and preparations behind Operation Judgement, examining why Admiral Cunningham and his Mediterranean fleet turned to airpower when traditional fleet engagements proved elusive. From the capabilities of the seemingly obsolete Fairey Swordfish biplane and its torpedoes to the Italian defenses protecting their prized battleships, this episode sets the stage for an attack that would fundamentally shift the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean and foreshadow the future of carrier-based warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In November 1940, the Royal Navy launched one of the most audacious carrier operations of the Second World War—a nighttime air attack on the Italian fleet anchored at Taranto. This episode explores the planning and preparations behind Operation Judgement, examining why Admiral Cunningham and his Mediterranean fleet turned to airpower when traditional fleet engagements proved elusive. From the capabilities of the seemingly obsolete Fairey Swordfish biplane and its torpedoes to the Italian defenses protecting their prized battleships, this episode sets the stage for an attack that would fundamentally shift the balance of naval power in the Mediterranean and foreshadow the future of carrier-based warfare.


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]]> 1519 no 246: Yugoslavia Pt. 2 - The Invasion In Episode 246 of History of the Second World War, titled “Yugoslavia Pt. 2 – The Invasion,” we explore how the short-lived Yugoslav state collapsed under German military pressure just weeks after its own internal coup. On April 6, 1941, Nazi forces invaded from multiple directions, swiftly overwhelming the disorganized and poorly equipped Yugoslav army — leading to surrender within eleven days. The country was then partitioned between Germany and Italy, setting the stage for fierce resistance movements that would emerge across occupied Yugoslavia. We also examine how the pre-war Yugoslav government-in-exile in London struggled to gain traction amid shifting wartime alliances, limited support from Britain and the U.S., and unresolved ethnic tensions within the nation — all while the world’s attention turned toward Greece as the next major theater of war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 55 Wesley Livesay In Episode 246 of History of the Second World War, titled “Yugoslavia Pt. 2 – The Invasion,” we explore how the short-lived Yugoslav state collapsed under German military pressure just weeks after its own internal coup. On April 6, 1941, Nazi forces invaded from multiple directions, swiftly overwhelming the disorganized and poorly equipped Yugoslav army — leading to surrender within eleven days. The country was then partitioned between Germany and Italy, setting the stage for fierce resistance movements that would emerge across occupied Yugoslavia. We also examine how the pre-war Yugoslav government-in-exile in London struggled to gain traction amid shifting wartime alliances, limited support from Britain and the U.S., and unresolved ethnic tensions within the nation — all while the world’s attention turned toward Greece as the next major theater of war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Episode 246 of History of the Second World War, titled “Yugoslavia Pt. 2 – The Invasion,” we explore how the short-lived Yugoslav state collapsed under German military pressure just weeks after its own internal coup. On April 6, 1941, Nazi forces invaded from multiple directions, swiftly overwhelming the disorganized and poorly equipped Yugoslav army — leading to surrender within eleven days. The country was then partitioned between Germany and Italy, setting the stage for fierce resistance movements that would emerge across occupied Yugoslavia. We also examine how the pre-war Yugoslav government-in-exile in London struggled to gain traction amid shifting wartime alliances, limited support from Britain and the U.S., and unresolved ethnic tensions within the nation — all while the world’s attention turned toward Greece as the next major theater of war.


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]]> 1510 no 245: Yugoslavia Pt. 1 - Belgrade's Impossible Position In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore Yugoslavia’s precarious position in the early years of WWII — a newly formed nation straddling ethnic diversity and geopolitical tension, created after WWI from the remnants of the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman empires. As Germany surged into Poland and Italy sought to expand its influence in the Balkans, Yugoslavia found itself caught between competing powers: diplomatically aligned with France but economically entangled with Nazi Germany through vital resource trade. When Italy’s ill-fated invasion of Greece forced it to seek transit routes through Yugoslav territory — a move the neutral country refused — tensions escalated rapidly. This episode sets the stage for how Yugoslavia, despite its best efforts at neutrality, would soon become a focal point in Hitler’s broader Balkan strategy, setting the stage for one of WWII’s most dramatic and consequential invasions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 54 Wesley Livesay In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore Yugoslavia’s precarious position in the early years of WWII — a newly formed nation straddling ethnic diversity and geopolitical tension, created after WWI from the remnants of the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman empires. As Germany surged into Poland and Italy sought to expand its influence in the Balkans, Yugoslavia found itself caught between competing powers: diplomatically aligned with France but economically entangled with Nazi Germany through vital resource trade. When Italy’s ill-fated invasion of Greece forced it to seek transit routes through Yugoslav territory — a move the neutral country refused — tensions escalated rapidly. This episode sets the stage for how Yugoslavia, despite its best efforts at neutrality, would soon become a focal point in Hitler’s broader Balkan strategy, setting the stage for one of WWII’s most dramatic and consequential invasions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore Yugoslavia’s precarious position in the early years of WWII — a newly formed nation straddling ethnic diversity and geopolitical tension, created after WWI from the remnants of the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman empires. As Germany surged into Poland and Italy sought to expand its influence in the Balkans, Yugoslavia found itself caught between competing powers: diplomatically aligned with France but economically entangled with Nazi Germany through vital resource trade. When Italy’s ill-fated invasion of Greece forced it to seek transit routes through Yugoslav territory — a move the neutral country refused — tensions escalated rapidly. This episode sets the stage for how Yugoslavia, despite its best efforts at neutrality, would soon become a focal point in Hitler’s broader Balkan strategy, setting the stage for one of WWII’s most dramatic and consequential invasions.


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]]> 1543 no Listener Questions Pt. 1 Late last year I asked for listener questions, this is the result! If you have First or Second World War Questions send them to historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 53 Wesley Livesay Late last year I asked for listener questions, this is the result! If you have First or Second World War Questions send them to historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Late last year I asked for listener questions, this is the result!

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]]> 1752 no 244 - East Africa In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore the often-overlooked but strategically significant campaign in East Africa during 1940–1941, where British and Italian forces clashed across rugged terrain. While the Western Desert dominated headlines, behind-the-scenes battles raged in Ethiopia and Somalia — fought not just by Britons and Italians, but by diverse colonial troops including Indian soldiers and African askaris serving under both empires. We’ll examine how logistical challenges, shifting alliances, and Churchill’s broader Balkan ambitions shaped British strategy in the region — even as General Wavell struggled to balance multiple fronts with limited resources. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 52 Wesley Livesay In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore the often-overlooked but strategically significant campaign in East Africa during 1940–1941, where British and Italian forces clashed across rugged terrain. While the Western Desert dominated headlines, behind-the-scenes battles raged in Ethiopia and Somalia — fought not just by Britons and Italians, but by diverse colonial troops including Indian soldiers and African askaris serving under both empires. We’ll examine how logistical challenges, shifting alliances, and Churchill’s broader Balkan ambitions shaped British strategy in the region — even as General Wavell struggled to balance multiple fronts with limited resources. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode of “History of the Second World War,” we explore the often-overlooked but strategically significant campaign in East Africa during 1940–1941, where British and Italian forces clashed across rugged terrain. While the Western Desert dominated headlines, behind-the-scenes battles raged in Ethiopia and Somalia — fought not just by Britons and Italians, but by diverse colonial troops including Indian soldiers and African askaris serving under both empires. We’ll examine how logistical challenges, shifting alliances, and Churchill’s broader Balkan ambitions shaped British strategy in the region — even as General Wavell struggled to balance multiple fronts with limited resources.


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]]> 1352 no 243: North Africa 1940 Pt. 7 - Beda Fomm In Episode 243 of History of the Second World War, we explore the pivotal Battle of Beda Fomm in North Africa during January 1941 — the decisive follow-up to the British victory at Bardia that shattered Italian morale and control in Libya. With the Italian 10th Army decimated and retreating, British forces swiftly capitalized on their momentum, capturing thousands of prisoners and securing key Mediterranean territory. But this battlefield triumph had far-reaching consequences: it triggered Hitler’s decision to intervene by sending German reinforcements — including future legend Erwin Rommel — to bolster Italy, setting the stage for a new phase in North Africa that would reshape the war’s trajectory. Perfect for listeners who want to understand how one battle could ignite a global shift in strategy and leadership. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 51 Wesley Livesay In Episode 243 of History of the Second World War, we explore the pivotal Battle of Beda Fomm in North Africa during January 1941 — the decisive follow-up to the British victory at Bardia that shattered Italian morale and control in Libya. With the Italian 10th Army decimated and retreating, British forces swiftly capitalized on their momentum, capturing thousands of prisoners and securing key Mediterranean territory. But this battlefield triumph had far-reaching consequences: it triggered Hitler’s decision to intervene by sending German reinforcements — including future legend Erwin Rommel — to bolster Italy, setting the stage for a new phase in North Africa that would reshape the war’s trajectory. Perfect for listeners who want to understand how one battle could ignite a global shift in strategy and leadership. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Episode 243 of History of the Second World War, we explore the pivotal Battle of Beda Fomm in North Africa during January 1941 — the decisive follow-up to the British victory at Bardia that shattered Italian morale and control in Libya. With the Italian 10th Army decimated and retreating, British forces swiftly capitalized on their momentum, capturing thousands of prisoners and securing key Mediterranean territory. But this battlefield triumph had far-reaching consequences: it triggered Hitler’s decision to intervene by sending German reinforcements — including future legend Erwin Rommel — to bolster Italy, setting the stage for a new phase in North Africa that would reshape the war’s trajectory. Perfect for listeners who want to understand how one battle could ignite a global shift in strategy and leadership.


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]]> 1661 no 242: North Africa 1940 Pt. 6 - Bardia In Episode 242 of History of the Second World War, we dive into Operation Compass, Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa in late 1940 — specifically focusing on the critical assault on Bardia, an Italian stronghold along the coast with formidable defenses. After initial successes capturing Sidi Barrani and forcing a chaotic Italian retreat, British forces now face the challenge of overcoming heavily fortified positions to continue their advance westward toward Tobruk and Benghazi. This episode explores how engineers, tanks like the Matilda, and coordinated infantry maneuvers broke through enemy lines — even as British planners gambled on outnumbered troops and unconventional tactics. You’ll also get a glimpse into the grim conditions inside Italian prisoner camps like Tobruk, where tens of thousands were crammed under brutal circumstances — setting the stage for what’s to come in the next episode: the final push to Beda Fomm. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 50 Wesley Livesay In Episode 242 of History of the Second World War, we dive into Operation Compass, Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa in late 1940 — specifically focusing on the critical assault on Bardia, an Italian stronghold along the coast with formidable defenses. After initial successes capturing Sidi Barrani and forcing a chaotic Italian retreat, British forces now face the challenge of overcoming heavily fortified positions to continue their advance westward toward Tobruk and Benghazi. This episode explores how engineers, tanks like the Matilda, and coordinated infantry maneuvers broke through enemy lines — even as British planners gambled on outnumbered troops and unconventional tactics. You’ll also get a glimpse into the grim conditions inside Italian prisoner camps like Tobruk, where tens of thousands were crammed under brutal circumstances — setting the stage for what’s to come in the next episode: the final push to Beda Fomm. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Episode 242 of History of the Second World War, we dive into Operation Compass, Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa in late 1940 — specifically focusing on the critical assault on Bardia, an Italian stronghold along the coast with formidable defenses. After initial successes capturing Sidi Barrani and forcing a chaotic Italian retreat, British forces now face the challenge of overcoming heavily fortified positions to continue their advance westward toward Tobruk and Benghazi. This episode explores how engineers, tanks like the Matilda, and coordinated infantry maneuvers broke through enemy lines — even as British planners gambled on outnumbered troops and unconventional tactics. You’ll also get a glimpse into the grim conditions inside Italian prisoner camps like Tobruk, where tens of thousands were crammed under brutal circumstances — setting the stage for what’s to come in the next episode: the final push to Beda Fomm.


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]]> 1463 no 241: North Africa 1940 Pt. 5 - Operation Compass In Episode 241 of “History of the Second World War,” dive into the explosive opening of Operation Compass — Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa during WWII, launched in December 1940 against Italian fortified camps. Witness how British forces, including the 7th Armored and 4th Indian Divisions with their iconic Matilda tanks and devastating artillery, overwhelmed Italian defenses through clever flanking maneuvers and overwhelming firepower — even catching Italians off-guard during breakfast! The episode captures the rapid, almost unstoppable success of the attack, which far exceeded initial objectives, while also hinting at looming logistical challenges that would test British momentum. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 49 Wesley Livesay In Episode 241 of “History of the Second World War,” dive into the explosive opening of Operation Compass — Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa during WWII, launched in December 1940 against Italian fortified camps. Witness how British forces, including the 7th Armored and 4th Indian Divisions with their iconic Matilda tanks and devastating artillery, overwhelmed Italian defenses through clever flanking maneuvers and overwhelming firepower — even catching Italians off-guard during breakfast! The episode captures the rapid, almost unstoppable success of the attack, which far exceeded initial objectives, while also hinting at looming logistical challenges that would test British momentum. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Episode 241 of “History of the Second World War,” dive into the explosive opening of Operation Compass — Britain’s first major offensive in North Africa during WWII, launched in December 1940 against Italian fortified camps. Witness how British forces, including the 7th Armored and 4th Indian Divisions with their iconic Matilda tanks and devastating artillery, overwhelmed Italian defenses through clever flanking maneuvers and overwhelming firepower — even catching Italians off-guard during breakfast! The episode captures the rapid, almost unstoppable success of the attack, which far exceeded initial objectives, while also hinting at looming logistical challenges that would test British momentum.


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]]> 1464 no Interview 51: Pearl Harbor with Mark Stille For this interview I was joined by Mark Stille to discuss his latest book, Pearl Harbor: Japan's Greatest Disaster. https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/pearl-harbor-9781472865311/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 48 Wesley Livesay For this interview I was joined by Mark Stille to discuss his latest book, Pearl Harbor: Japan's Greatest Disaster. https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/pearl-harbor-9781472865311/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For this interview I was joined by Mark Stille to discuss his latest book, Pearl Harbor: Japan's Greatest Disaster. https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/pearl-harbor-9781472865311/


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]]> 2494 no 240: North Africa 1940 Pt. 4 - British Build-Up As Italy advances into Egypt, Britain quietly prepares its first major offensive — Operation Compass — in this tense buildup episode. We explore the friction between Churchill’s impatient push for victory and General Wavell’s insistence on realistic desert readiness, while massive reinforcements arrive: Matilda tanks, armored regiments, artillery, and supplies all vital to a bold strike through the Enba Gap. You’ll also see how Italy’s disastrous invasion of Greece shifts British priorities — from Egypt to the Balkans — with far-reaching consequences. This is the quiet storm before Operation Compass, where logistics, terrain, and leadership clash in the desert — setting the stage for one of WWII’s most consequential early battles. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 47 Wesley Livesay As Italy advances into Egypt, Britain quietly prepares its first major offensive — Operation Compass — in this tense buildup episode. We explore the friction between Churchill’s impatient push for victory and General Wavell’s insistence on realistic desert readiness, while massive reinforcements arrive: Matilda tanks, armored regiments, artillery, and supplies all vital to a bold strike through the Enba Gap. You’ll also see how Italy’s disastrous invasion of Greece shifts British priorities — from Egypt to the Balkans — with far-reaching consequences. This is the quiet storm before Operation Compass, where logistics, terrain, and leadership clash in the desert — setting the stage for one of WWII’s most consequential early battles. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As Italy advances into Egypt, Britain quietly prepares its first major offensive — Operation Compass — in this tense buildup episode. We explore the friction between Churchill’s impatient push for victory and General Wavell’s insistence on realistic desert readiness, while massive reinforcements arrive: Matilda tanks, armored regiments, artillery, and supplies all vital to a bold strike through the Enba Gap. You’ll also see how Italy’s disastrous invasion of Greece shifts British priorities — from Egypt to the Balkans — with far-reaching consequences. This is the quiet storm before Operation Compass, where logistics, terrain, and leadership clash in the desert — setting the stage for one of WWII’s most consequential early battles.


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]]> 1248 no Interview 50: Defenders of the Reich with Robert Forsyth This time I was joined by Robert Forsyth to discuss his new book Defenders of the Reich: The Luftwaffe's War Against America's Bombers which you can purchase from Osprey publishing here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/defenders-of-the-reich-9781472862860/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 46 Wesley Livesay This time I was joined by Robert Forsyth to discuss his new book Defenders of the Reich: The Luftwaffe's War Against America's Bombers which you can purchase from Osprey publishing here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/defenders-of-the-reich-9781472862860/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This time I was joined by Robert Forsyth to discuss his new book Defenders of the Reich: The Luftwaffe's War Against America's Bombers which you can purchase from Osprey publishing here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/defenders-of-the-reich-9781472862860/


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]]> 2892 no 239: North Africa 1940 Pt. 3 - Italy Attacks The first shots have been fired in the desert war! This episode covers the opening moves of the North African campaign in 1940. From small-scale raids and skirmishes to the first major Italian offensive, we'll see how both sides tested each other's strengths and weaknesses. While the Italians pushed into Egypt, their advance was hampered by logistical problems and a determined, if small, British resistance. The stage is set for a dramatic confrontation in the desert. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 45 Wesley Livesay The first shots have been fired in the desert war! This episode covers the opening moves of the North African campaign in 1940. From small-scale raids and skirmishes to the first major Italian offensive, we'll see how both sides tested each other's strengths and weaknesses. While the Italians pushed into Egypt, their advance was hampered by logistical problems and a determined, if small, British resistance. The stage is set for a dramatic confrontation in the desert. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The first shots have been fired in the desert war! This episode covers the opening moves of the North African campaign in 1940. From small-scale raids and skirmishes to the first major Italian offensive, we'll see how both sides tested each other's strengths and weaknesses. While the Italians pushed into Egypt, their advance was hampered by logistical problems and a determined, if small, British resistance. The stage is set for a dramatic confrontation in the desert.


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]]> 1849 no Interview 49: Rhineland: Hitlers Last Defence 1944-45 with Anthony Tucker-Jones This time I was joined by Anthony Tucker-Jones to discuss his new book Rhineland: Hitlers Last Defence 1944-45 which covers the Allied efforts in late 1944 and early 1945 to move their forces into western Germany. Buy the Book: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/rhineland-9781472859921/ Used code WorldWar20 to get 20% off and Free Shipping! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 44 Wesley Livesay This time I was joined by Anthony Tucker-Jones to discuss his new book Rhineland: Hitlers Last Defence 1944-45 which covers the Allied efforts in late 1944 and early 1945 to move their forces into western Germany. Buy the Book: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/rhineland-9781472859921/ Used code WorldWar20 to get 20% off and Free Shipping! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This time I was joined by Anthony Tucker-Jones to discuss his new book Rhineland: Hitlers Last Defence 1944-45 which covers the Allied efforts in late 1944 and early 1945 to move their forces into western Germany.

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]]> 3683 no 238: North Africa 1940 Pt. 2 - The Key to Empire While the Italians were preparing for war, what were the British doing? This episode dives into the British perspective on the North African campaign in 1940. We'll explore the strategic importance of the Suez Canal, the desperate attempts to keep Italy out of the war, and the state of the British army in Egypt. Led by the often-underestimated General Wavell, the British were about to embark on a campaign that would defy all expectations. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 4 43 Wesley Livesay While the Italians were preparing for war, what were the British doing? This episode dives into the British perspective on the North African campaign in 1940. We'll explore the strategic importance of the Suez Canal, the desperate attempts to keep Italy out of the war, and the state of the British army in Egypt. Led by the often-underestimated General Wavell, the British were about to embark on a campaign that would defy all expectations. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Italians were preparing for war, what were the British doing? This episode dives into the British perspective on the North African campaign in 1940. We'll explore the strategic importance of the Suez Canal, the desperate attempts to keep Italy out of the war, and the state of the British army in Egypt. Led by the often-underestimated General Wavell, the British were about to embark on a campaign that would defy all expectations.


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]]> 1427 no Interview 48: Flying with the 384th Bomb Group with Hans Smith In this interview I was joined by Hans Smith to talk about his book Bombs Away: A B-17b Pilot's 'Small' Part in a Big War which covers the experiences of his Great Uncle Herbert Small who flew with the 384th Bomb Group during the war. Bombs Away can be purchased here: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=mP2MsCJWp54htljFc6ecBoyyXdmJ2aZaV9857QcJ7WN Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 42 Wesley Livesay In this interview I was joined by Hans Smith to talk about his book Bombs Away: A B-17b Pilot's 'Small' Part in a Big War which covers the experiences of his Great Uncle Herbert Small who flew with the 384th Bomb Group during the war. Bombs Away can be purchased here: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=mP2MsCJWp54htljFc6ecBoyyXdmJ2aZaV9857QcJ7WN Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this interview I was joined by Hans Smith to talk about his book Bombs Away: A B-17b Pilot's 'Small' Part in a Big War which covers the experiences of his Great Uncle Herbert Small who flew with the 384th Bomb Group during the war.

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]]> 2203 no 237: North Africa 1940 Pt. 1 - Italian Aspirations In the summer of 1940, with the fall of France, the war in North Africa began in earnest. On one side, the Italian army in Libya, massive in number but beset by industrial and logistical problems. On the other, a small British force in Egypt, tasked with defending the Suez Canal. This episode explores the Italian war effort in the opening months of the North African campaign, from the strategic decisions made in Rome to the realities of the desert war. Was the Italian army a paper tiger, or a force to be reckoned with? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 41 Wesley Livesay In the summer of 1940, with the fall of France, the war in North Africa began in earnest. On one side, the Italian army in Libya, massive in number but beset by industrial and logistical problems. On the other, a small British force in Egypt, tasked with defending the Suez Canal. This episode explores the Italian war effort in the opening months of the North African campaign, from the strategic decisions made in Rome to the realities of the desert war. Was the Italian army a paper tiger, or a force to be reckoned with? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the summer of 1940, with the fall of France, the war in North Africa began in earnest. On one side, the Italian army in Libya, massive in number but beset by industrial and logistical problems. On the other, a small British force in Egypt, tasked with defending the Suez Canal. This episode explores the Italian war effort in the opening months of the North African campaign, from the strategic decisions made in Rome to the realities of the desert war. Was the Italian army a paper tiger, or a force to be reckoned with?


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]]> 1701 no Interview 47: Advance Britannia with Dr. Alan Allport This time I was joined by Dr. Alan Allport to discuss his new book: Advance Britannia: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1942-1945 You can order the book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/548833/advance-britannia-by-alan-allport/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 40 Wesley Livesay This time I was joined by Dr. Alan Allport to discuss his new book: Advance Britannia: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1942-1945 You can order the book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/548833/advance-britannia-by-alan-allport/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This time I was joined by Dr. Alan Allport to discuss his new book: Advance Britannia: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1942-1945


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]]> 3673 no Summary 7: The Spanish Civil War This summary episode explores the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), the devastating conflict that served as a bloody rehearsal for World War II where competing political ideologies clashed with deadly consequences. Born from the collapse of Spain's military dictatorship and the struggle of the Second Spanish Republic against economic depression and social upheaval, the war erupted when General Francisco Franco launched a military coup from Spanish Morocco in July 1936. What followed was a brutal three-year conflict that split Spain between Franco's Nationalists—backed by fascist Italy and Nazi Germany—and the Republican Popular Front, a fractured coalition of republicans, communists, and anarchists supported by the Soviet Union and international volunteers in the famous International Brigades. The episode traces key battles from the siege of Madrid to the terror bombing of Guernica, while examining how internal divisions among the Republicans, particularly the violent May 1937 clashes between communists and anarchists in Barcelona, fatally weakened their cause. Ultimately, Franco's victory came at the cost of 350,000 lives and left Spain devastated, leading to decades of dictatorship while providing the major European powers with military experience and technology testing that would shape the coming world war—though each nation would learn selective lessons that suited their existing beliefs rather than the full reality of modern warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 39 Wesley Livesay This summary episode explores the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), the devastating conflict that served as a bloody rehearsal for World War II where competing political ideologies clashed with deadly consequences. Born from the collapse of Spain's military dictatorship and the struggle of the Second Spanish Republic against economic depression and social upheaval, the war erupted when General Francisco Franco launched a military coup from Spanish Morocco in July 1936. What followed was a brutal three-year conflict that split Spain between Franco's Nationalists—backed by fascist Italy and Nazi Germany—and the Republican Popular Front, a fractured coalition of republicans, communists, and anarchists supported by the Soviet Union and international volunteers in the famous International Brigades. The episode traces key battles from the siege of Madrid to the terror bombing of Guernica, while examining how internal divisions among the Republicans, particularly the violent May 1937 clashes between communists and anarchists in Barcelona, fatally weakened their cause. Ultimately, Franco's victory came at the cost of 350,000 lives and left Spain devastated, leading to decades of dictatorship while providing the major European powers with military experience and technology testing that would shape the coming world war—though each nation would learn selective lessons that suited their existing beliefs rather than the full reality of modern warfare. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This summary episode explores the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), the devastating conflict that served as a bloody rehearsal for World War II where competing political ideologies clashed with deadly consequences. Born from the collapse of Spain's military dictatorship and the struggle of the Second Spanish Republic against economic depression and social upheaval, the war erupted when General Francisco Franco launched a military coup from Spanish Morocco in July 1936. What followed was a brutal three-year conflict that split Spain between Franco's Nationalists—backed by fascist Italy and Nazi Germany—and the Republican Popular Front, a fractured coalition of republicans, communists, and anarchists supported by the Soviet Union and international volunteers in the famous International Brigades. The episode traces key battles from the siege of Madrid to the terror bombing of Guernica, while examining how internal divisions among the Republicans, particularly the violent May 1937 clashes between communists and anarchists in Barcelona, fatally weakened their cause. Ultimately, Franco's victory came at the cost of 350,000 lives and left Spain devastated, leading to decades of dictatorship while providing the major European powers with military experience and technology testing that would shape the coming world war—though each nation would learn selective lessons that suited their existing beliefs rather than the full reality of modern warfare.


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]]> 1718 no Interview 46: Into the Reich with Prit Buttar Prit Buttar joins the podcast for the second time to discuss his recently released book for Osprey Publishing titled Into the Reich: The Red Army's Advance to the Oder in 1945. You can find out more about the book, and purchase your own copy here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/into-the-reich-9781472866998/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 38 Wesley Livesay Prit Buttar joins the podcast for the second time to discuss his recently released book for Osprey Publishing titled Into the Reich: The Red Army's Advance to the Oder in 1945. You can find out more about the book, and purchase your own copy here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/into-the-reich-9781472866998/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Prit Buttar joins the podcast for the second time to discuss his recently released book for Osprey Publishing titled Into the Reich: The Red Army's Advance to the Oder in 1945.

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]]> 2155 no Summary 6: The Rise of Mussolini This summary episode revisits the rise of Italian fascism and Benito Mussolini's path to power during the tumultuous early 1920s. Born from Italy's sense of betrayal after World War I—when promised territorial gains in the Mediterranean never materialized—the fascist movement gained momentum as a bulwark against the growing Communist threat. Led by military veterans discharged into a war-ravaged economy, fascist squads found support among industrialists and political elites who saw them as the only force capable of matching Communist passion and violence. Mussolini's dramatic March on Rome in October 1922 proved to be a strategic masterstroke that, despite being poorly organized, succeeded when King Victor Emmanuel III chose not to declare martial law, instead appointing Mussolini as Prime Minister of Europe's first fascist government. What followed was a gradual consolidation of power, marked by the rigged 1924 elections under the Acerbo Law and the pivotal Matteotti murder, after which Mussolini fully embraced fascist violence and began reshaping Italian society. The episode traces how Mussolini's expansionist ambitions led to costly adventures in Ethiopia and the Spanish Civil War, ultimately leaving Italy militarily weakened and economically strained just as it prepared to enter World War II as Germany's junior partner—setting the stage for an even greater disaster than the first world war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 37 Wesley Livesay This summary episode revisits the rise of Italian fascism and Benito Mussolini's path to power during the tumultuous early 1920s. Born from Italy's sense of betrayal after World War I—when promised territorial gains in the Mediterranean never materialized—the fascist movement gained momentum as a bulwark against the growing Communist threat. Led by military veterans discharged into a war-ravaged economy, fascist squads found support among industrialists and political elites who saw them as the only force capable of matching Communist passion and violence. Mussolini's dramatic March on Rome in October 1922 proved to be a strategic masterstroke that, despite being poorly organized, succeeded when King Victor Emmanuel III chose not to declare martial law, instead appointing Mussolini as Prime Minister of Europe's first fascist government. What followed was a gradual consolidation of power, marked by the rigged 1924 elections under the Acerbo Law and the pivotal Matteotti murder, after which Mussolini fully embraced fascist violence and began reshaping Italian society. The episode traces how Mussolini's expansionist ambitions led to costly adventures in Ethiopia and the Spanish Civil War, ultimately leaving Italy militarily weakened and economically strained just as it prepared to enter World War II as Germany's junior partner—setting the stage for an even greater disaster than the first world war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This summary episode revisits the rise of Italian fascism and Benito Mussolini's path to power during the tumultuous early 1920s. Born from Italy's sense of betrayal after World War I—when promised territorial gains in the Mediterranean never materialized—the fascist movement gained momentum as a bulwark against the growing Communist threat. Led by military veterans discharged into a war-ravaged economy, fascist squads found support among industrialists and political elites who saw them as the only force capable of matching Communist passion and violence. Mussolini's dramatic March on Rome in October 1922 proved to be a strategic masterstroke that, despite being poorly organized, succeeded when King Victor Emmanuel III chose not to declare martial law, instead appointing Mussolini as Prime Minister of Europe's first fascist government. What followed was a gradual consolidation of power, marked by the rigged 1924 elections under the Acerbo Law and the pivotal Matteotti murder, after which Mussolini fully embraced fascist violence and began reshaping Italian society. The episode traces how Mussolini's expansionist ambitions led to costly adventures in Ethiopia and the Spanish Civil War, ultimately leaving Italy militarily weakened and economically strained just as it prepared to enter World War II as Germany's junior partner—setting the stage for an even greater disaster than the first world war.


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]]> 1394 no Interview 45: Airpower Over Kursk '43 with William Hiestand For this interview I was joined by William Hiestand to discuss his upcoming book on the usage of airpower over the battlefield of Kursk in 1943. You can grab a copy here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/kursk-1943-9781472865168/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 36 Wesley Livesay For this interview I was joined by William Hiestand to discuss his upcoming book on the usage of airpower over the battlefield of Kursk in 1943. You can grab a copy here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/kursk-1943-9781472865168/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For this interview I was joined by William Hiestand to discuss his upcoming book on the usage of airpower over the battlefield of Kursk in 1943. You can grab a copy here: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/kursk-1943-9781472865168/


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]]> 2155 no 236: The Battle After Britain Pt. 4 - Conclusions and Continuations In this concluding episode of the Battle of Britain series, we examine the final outcomes and lasting impact of Germany's 1940 air campaign against Britain. While the Luftwaffe lost approximately 1,900 aircraft compared to the RAF's 1,600, the true failure lay in Germany's inability to achieve their strategic goal of neutralizing Fighter Command before the planned invasion. Despite inflated kill claims on both sides, Air Marshal Dowding's assessment reveals that German airfield attacks never came close to crippling RAF operations, with only two airfields rendered unfit for more than a few hours. The episode explores why the Luftwaffe's objectives were fundamentally beyond their capabilities, given the limited time window and insufficient understanding of what strategic bombing required. With Sea Lion postponed in September 1940, the focus shifts to how this victory - while preventing invasion - was far from ending the war, as Churchill's sobering October speech reminds us that "long, dark months of trials and tribulations" still lay ahead in the Mediterranean and beyond. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 35 Wesley Livesay In this concluding episode of the Battle of Britain series, we examine the final outcomes and lasting impact of Germany's 1940 air campaign against Britain. While the Luftwaffe lost approximately 1,900 aircraft compared to the RAF's 1,600, the true failure lay in Germany's inability to achieve their strategic goal of neutralizing Fighter Command before the planned invasion. Despite inflated kill claims on both sides, Air Marshal Dowding's assessment reveals that German airfield attacks never came close to crippling RAF operations, with only two airfields rendered unfit for more than a few hours. The episode explores why the Luftwaffe's objectives were fundamentally beyond their capabilities, given the limited time window and insufficient understanding of what strategic bombing required. With Sea Lion postponed in September 1940, the focus shifts to how this victory - while preventing invasion - was far from ending the war, as Churchill's sobering October speech reminds us that "long, dark months of trials and tribulations" still lay ahead in the Mediterranean and beyond. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this concluding episode of the Battle of Britain series, we examine the final outcomes and lasting impact of Germany's 1940 air campaign against Britain. While the Luftwaffe lost approximately 1,900 aircraft compared to the RAF's 1,600, the true failure lay in Germany's inability to achieve their strategic goal of neutralizing Fighter Command before the planned invasion. Despite inflated kill claims on both sides, Air Marshal Dowding's assessment reveals that German airfield attacks never came close to crippling RAF operations, with only two airfields rendered unfit for more than a few hours. The episode explores why the Luftwaffe's objectives were fundamentally beyond their capabilities, given the limited time window and insufficient understanding of what strategic bombing required. With Sea Lion postponed in September 1940, the focus shifts to how this victory - while preventing invasion - was far from ending the war, as Churchill's sobering October speech reminds us that "long, dark months of trials and tribulations" still lay ahead in the Mediterranean and beyond.


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]]> 1685 no Interview 44: Opening the Gates of Hell: Operation Barbarossa with Richard Hargreaves This time I am joined by Richard Hargreaves to discuss his new book Opening the Gates of Hell: Operation Barbarossa. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 34 Wesley Livesay This time I am joined by Richard Hargreaves to discuss his new book Opening the Gates of Hell: Operation Barbarossa. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This time I am joined by Richard Hargreaves to discuss his new book Opening the Gates of Hell: Operation Barbarossa.


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]]> 2475 no 235: The Battle After Britain Pt. 3 - The Blitz In this gripping episode, we explore the devastating German night bombing campaign known as the Blitz, which terrorized Britain from September 1940 to May 1941. While London bore the brunt of 57 consecutive nights of bombing that killed 40,000 people and destroyed over a million homes, many other British cities suffered similar devastation as the Luftwaffe attempted to break British morale and cripple the nation's war effort. Despite the widespread destruction, the RAF's Fighter Command was ill-prepared for night interceptions, lacking both aerial radar technology and adequate anti-aircraft defenses, leaving British civilians to endure the onslaught largely unprotected. From the famous use of London Tube stations as makeshift shelters to the remarkable grassroots organization of shelter committees, ordinary British citizens demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of nightly terror. Though the Luftwaffe dropped thousands of tons of bombs and caused immense suffering, their strategic goals remained unfulfilled – instead of breaking British spirit, the Blitz ultimately strengthened national resolve and became a defining symbol of wartime endurance that would echo through history. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 33 Wesley Livesay In this gripping episode, we explore the devastating German night bombing campaign known as the Blitz, which terrorized Britain from September 1940 to May 1941. While London bore the brunt of 57 consecutive nights of bombing that killed 40,000 people and destroyed over a million homes, many other British cities suffered similar devastation as the Luftwaffe attempted to break British morale and cripple the nation's war effort. Despite the widespread destruction, the RAF's Fighter Command was ill-prepared for night interceptions, lacking both aerial radar technology and adequate anti-aircraft defenses, leaving British civilians to endure the onslaught largely unprotected. From the famous use of London Tube stations as makeshift shelters to the remarkable grassroots organization of shelter committees, ordinary British citizens demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of nightly terror. Though the Luftwaffe dropped thousands of tons of bombs and caused immense suffering, their strategic goals remained unfulfilled – instead of breaking British spirit, the Blitz ultimately strengthened national resolve and became a defining symbol of wartime endurance that would echo through history. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this gripping episode, we explore the devastating German night bombing campaign known as the Blitz, which terrorized Britain from September 1940 to May 1941. While London bore the brunt of 57 consecutive nights of bombing that killed 40,000 people and destroyed over a million homes, many other British cities suffered similar devastation as the Luftwaffe attempted to break British morale and cripple the nation's war effort. Despite the widespread destruction, the RAF's Fighter Command was ill-prepared for night interceptions, lacking both aerial radar technology and adequate anti-aircraft defenses, leaving British civilians to endure the onslaught largely unprotected. From the famous use of London Tube stations as makeshift shelters to the remarkable grassroots organization of shelter committees, ordinary British citizens demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of nightly terror. Though the Luftwaffe dropped thousands of tons of bombs and caused immense suffering, their strategic goals remained unfulfilled – instead of breaking British spirit, the Blitz ultimately strengthened national resolve and became a defining symbol of wartime endurance that would echo through history.


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]]> 2109 no 234: The Battle After Britain Pt. 2 - Big Wings, Big Egos By the end of September 1940, the threat of German invasion had passed, but victory in the Battle of Britain sparked a bitter internal conflict within RAF Fighter Command. Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park of 11 Group, who had successfully defended southeastern England using small, quick-response fighter formations, found himself under attack from Air Vice-Marshal Leigh-Mallory of 12 Group, who advocated for "Big Wing" tactics—concentrating multiple squadrons into large formations. This strategic disagreement, fueled by inflated victory claims and personal ambitions, ultimately led to the removal of both Hugh Dowding, head of Fighter Command, and Park himself in late 1940. Despite their crucial roles in Britain's survival during the summer of 1940, these architects of victory were cast aside just as the threat they had defeated was transforming into the night bombing campaign of the Blitz. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 32 Wesley Livesay By the end of September 1940, the threat of German invasion had passed, but victory in the Battle of Britain sparked a bitter internal conflict within RAF Fighter Command. Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park of 11 Group, who had successfully defended southeastern England using small, quick-response fighter formations, found himself under attack from Air Vice-Marshal Leigh-Mallory of 12 Group, who advocated for "Big Wing" tactics—concentrating multiple squadrons into large formations. This strategic disagreement, fueled by inflated victory claims and personal ambitions, ultimately led to the removal of both Hugh Dowding, head of Fighter Command, and Park himself in late 1940. Despite their crucial roles in Britain's survival during the summer of 1940, these architects of victory were cast aside just as the threat they had defeated was transforming into the night bombing campaign of the Blitz. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices By the end of September 1940, the threat of German invasion had passed, but victory in the Battle of Britain sparked a bitter internal conflict within RAF Fighter Command. Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park of 11 Group, who had successfully defended southeastern England using small, quick-response fighter formations, found himself under attack from Air Vice-Marshal Leigh-Mallory of 12 Group, who advocated for "Big Wing" tactics—concentrating multiple squadrons into large formations. This strategic disagreement, fueled by inflated victory claims and personal ambitions, ultimately led to the removal of both Hugh Dowding, head of Fighter Command, and Park himself in late 1940. Despite their crucial roles in Britain's survival during the summer of 1940, these architects of victory were cast aside just as the threat they had defeated was transforming into the night bombing campaign of the Blitz.


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]]> 1532 no 233: The Battle After Britain Pt. 1 - Sleeping Sea Lion In the aftermath of Battle of Britain Day, both sides struggled to understand what had really changed in the aerial war over Britain. While the Luftwaffe leadership blamed their fighter pilots for the costly losses on September 15th, faulty intelligence drastically underestimated RAF strength at just 177 fighters when the actual number was 659—a miscalculation that would prove decisive. As the German high command faced the reality that their air campaign had failed to achieve air superiority, the logistical challenges of Operation Sea Lion became insurmountable, from RAF Bomber Command's devastating "Battle of the Barges" to the impossible timeline for moving armored divisions across the Channel. On September 17th, Hitler quietly postponed the invasion—not with fanfare, but with a bureaucratic whimper that effectively ended Germany's hopes of conquering Britain in 1940. The final daylight raids of September would see the Luftwaffe's grand campaign dissolve into desperate, costly attacks that only confirmed Fighter Command's continued strength, marking the end of one of history's most crucial air battles. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 31 Wesley Livesay In the aftermath of Battle of Britain Day, both sides struggled to understand what had really changed in the aerial war over Britain. While the Luftwaffe leadership blamed their fighter pilots for the costly losses on September 15th, faulty intelligence drastically underestimated RAF strength at just 177 fighters when the actual number was 659—a miscalculation that would prove decisive. As the German high command faced the reality that their air campaign had failed to achieve air superiority, the logistical challenges of Operation Sea Lion became insurmountable, from RAF Bomber Command's devastating "Battle of the Barges" to the impossible timeline for moving armored divisions across the Channel. On September 17th, Hitler quietly postponed the invasion—not with fanfare, but with a bureaucratic whimper that effectively ended Germany's hopes of conquering Britain in 1940. The final daylight raids of September would see the Luftwaffe's grand campaign dissolve into desperate, costly attacks that only confirmed Fighter Command's continued strength, marking the end of one of history's most crucial air battles. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the aftermath of Battle of Britain Day, both sides struggled to understand what had really changed in the aerial war over Britain. While the Luftwaffe leadership blamed their fighter pilots for the costly losses on September 15th, faulty intelligence drastically underestimated RAF strength at just 177 fighters when the actual number was 659—a miscalculation that would prove decisive. As the German high command faced the reality that their air campaign had failed to achieve air superiority, the logistical challenges of Operation Sea Lion became insurmountable, from RAF Bomber Command's devastating "Battle of the Barges" to the impossible timeline for moving armored divisions across the Channel. On September 17th, Hitler quietly postponed the invasion—not with fanfare, but with a bureaucratic whimper that effectively ended Germany's hopes of conquering Britain in 1940. The final daylight raids of September would see the Luftwaffe's grand campaign dissolve into desperate, costly attacks that only confirmed Fighter Command's continued strength, marking the end of one of history's most crucial air battles.


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]]> 1563 no 232: The Battle of Britain Pt. 7 - Battle of Britain Day On September 15, 1940—Battle of Britain Day—the Luftwaffe launched what would become the climactic daylight assault of their campaign against Britain. In a desperate final effort to enable Operation Sea Lion, the German invasion of Britain, over 500 bombers escorted by hundreds of fighters targeted London's railways and dockyards in two massive raids. However, RAF Fighter Command rose to meet them with unprecedented coordination, deploying every available squadron in a series of perfectly timed intercepts that turned the skies above London into absolute mayhem. Despite wildly exaggerated victory claims on both sides, the day's fighting proved that Fighter Command was far from the spent force the Germans had hoped, while the Luftwaffe's mounting losses and fuel limitations exposed the futility of their campaign. As weather closed in and Hitler postponed Sea Lion indefinitely, September 15th marked not just the end of the daytime Battle of Britain, but the beginning of a new phase—the Blitz. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 30 Wesley Livesay On September 15, 1940—Battle of Britain Day—the Luftwaffe launched what would become the climactic daylight assault of their campaign against Britain. In a desperate final effort to enable Operation Sea Lion, the German invasion of Britain, over 500 bombers escorted by hundreds of fighters targeted London's railways and dockyards in two massive raids. However, RAF Fighter Command rose to meet them with unprecedented coordination, deploying every available squadron in a series of perfectly timed intercepts that turned the skies above London into absolute mayhem. Despite wildly exaggerated victory claims on both sides, the day's fighting proved that Fighter Command was far from the spent force the Germans had hoped, while the Luftwaffe's mounting losses and fuel limitations exposed the futility of their campaign. As weather closed in and Hitler postponed Sea Lion indefinitely, September 15th marked not just the end of the daytime Battle of Britain, but the beginning of a new phase—the Blitz. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On September 15, 1940—Battle of Britain Day—the Luftwaffe launched what would become the climactic daylight assault of their campaign against Britain. In a desperate final effort to enable Operation Sea Lion, the German invasion of Britain, over 500 bombers escorted by hundreds of fighters targeted London's railways and dockyards in two massive raids. However, RAF Fighter Command rose to meet them with unprecedented coordination, deploying every available squadron in a series of perfectly timed intercepts that turned the skies above London into absolute mayhem. Despite wildly exaggerated victory claims on both sides, the day's fighting proved that Fighter Command was far from the spent force the Germans had hoped, while the Luftwaffe's mounting losses and fuel limitations exposed the futility of their campaign. As weather closed in and Hitler postponed Sea Lion indefinitely, September 15th marked not just the end of the daytime Battle of Britain, but the beginning of a new phase—the Blitz.


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]]> 1692 no 231: The Battle of Britain Pt. 6 - Stumbling to the End In this episode, we explore the critical second week of September 1940, when the Battle of Britain reached a pivotal turning point that would ultimately determine the fate of Operation Sea Lion—Germany's planned invasion of Britain. Following the devastating bombing raids on London that began September 7th, German invasion preparations were paradoxically at their peak readiness while simultaneously becoming increasingly uncertain. As the Luftwaffe shifted focus from targeting RAF airfields to bombing London's civilian and industrial targets, Hitler repeatedly delayed his invasion decision, pushing the operation dangerously late into the season. Meanwhile, Fighter Command adapted brilliantly to the new German tactics, concentrating their forces more effectively and introducing coordinated squadron attacks that would prove devastatingly effective. We'll examine how weather, tactical missteps, and the growing exhaustion of both German and British pilots set the stage for the climactic confrontation of September 15th—later known as Battle of Britain Day—while exploring the human cost of this aerial campaign on both military personnel and London's civilian population. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 29 Wesley Livesay In this episode, we explore the critical second week of September 1940, when the Battle of Britain reached a pivotal turning point that would ultimately determine the fate of Operation Sea Lion—Germany's planned invasion of Britain. Following the devastating bombing raids on London that began September 7th, German invasion preparations were paradoxically at their peak readiness while simultaneously becoming increasingly uncertain. As the Luftwaffe shifted focus from targeting RAF airfields to bombing London's civilian and industrial targets, Hitler repeatedly delayed his invasion decision, pushing the operation dangerously late into the season. Meanwhile, Fighter Command adapted brilliantly to the new German tactics, concentrating their forces more effectively and introducing coordinated squadron attacks that would prove devastatingly effective. We'll examine how weather, tactical missteps, and the growing exhaustion of both German and British pilots set the stage for the climactic confrontation of September 15th—later known as Battle of Britain Day—while exploring the human cost of this aerial campaign on both military personnel and London's civilian population. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, we explore the critical second week of September 1940, when the Battle of Britain reached a pivotal turning point that would ultimately determine the fate of Operation Sea Lion—Germany's planned invasion of Britain. Following the devastating bombing raids on London that began September 7th, German invasion preparations were paradoxically at their peak readiness while simultaneously becoming increasingly uncertain. As the Luftwaffe shifted focus from targeting RAF airfields to bombing London's civilian and industrial targets, Hitler repeatedly delayed his invasion decision, pushing the operation dangerously late into the season. Meanwhile, Fighter Command adapted brilliantly to the new German tactics, concentrating their forces more effectively and introducing coordinated squadron attacks that would prove devastatingly effective. We'll examine how weather, tactical missteps, and the growing exhaustion of both German and British pilots set the stage for the climactic confrontation of September 15th—later known as Battle of Britain Day—while exploring the human cost of this aerial campaign on both military personnel and London's civilian population.

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]]> 1543 no Interview 43: The Kwantung Army with Quin Cho This week I was joined by Quin Cho of Pacific Atrocities to talk about an upcoming book on the foundation and early actions of the Kwantung Army. Get the Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK5F787QPacific Atrocities Education: https://www.pacificatrocities.org/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 28 Wesley Livesay This week I was joined by Quin Cho of Pacific Atrocities to talk about an upcoming book on the foundation and early actions of the Kwantung Army. Get the Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK5F787QPacific Atrocities Education: https://www.pacificatrocities.org/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week I was joined by Quin Cho of Pacific Atrocities to talk about an upcoming book on the foundation and early actions of the Kwantung Army.

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]]> 2681 no 230: The Battle of Britain Pt. 5 - Shifting Focus In this pivotal episode of the Battle of Britain series, we explore the mounting pressures faced by both British and German forces as September 1940 unfolds. While the RAF continues its desperate defense against daily Luftwaffe raids, behind the scenes both nations are dealing with critical resource challenges and strategic dilemmas. The British struggle with pilot shortages and factory production disruptions caused by constant air raid warnings, leading to new policies that increase worker risk but maintain essential aircraft production. Meanwhile, German intelligence faces a mathematical crisis as their estimates of British fighter strength prove wildly inaccurate, with the RAF continuing to field strong resistance despite German claims of destroying over 1,100 fighters. As Hitler's September 10th deadline for Operation Sea Lion approaches, the Luftwaffe shifts focus from airfields to London itself, culminating in the massive September 7th bombing raid that marks the beginning of the London Blitz - a devastating new phase that would see the city bombed for 57 consecutive days and nights, forever changing the character of the Battle of Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 27 Wesley Livesay In this pivotal episode of the Battle of Britain series, we explore the mounting pressures faced by both British and German forces as September 1940 unfolds. While the RAF continues its desperate defense against daily Luftwaffe raids, behind the scenes both nations are dealing with critical resource challenges and strategic dilemmas. The British struggle with pilot shortages and factory production disruptions caused by constant air raid warnings, leading to new policies that increase worker risk but maintain essential aircraft production. Meanwhile, German intelligence faces a mathematical crisis as their estimates of British fighter strength prove wildly inaccurate, with the RAF continuing to field strong resistance despite German claims of destroying over 1,100 fighters. As Hitler's September 10th deadline for Operation Sea Lion approaches, the Luftwaffe shifts focus from airfields to London itself, culminating in the massive September 7th bombing raid that marks the beginning of the London Blitz - a devastating new phase that would see the city bombed for 57 consecutive days and nights, forever changing the character of the Battle of Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this pivotal episode of the Battle of Britain series, we explore the mounting pressures faced by both British and German forces as September 1940 unfolds. While the RAF continues its desperate defense against daily Luftwaffe raids, behind the scenes both nations are dealing with critical resource challenges and strategic dilemmas. The British struggle with pilot shortages and factory production disruptions caused by constant air raid warnings, leading to new policies that increase worker risk but maintain essential aircraft production. Meanwhile, German intelligence faces a mathematical crisis as their estimates of British fighter strength prove wildly inaccurate, with the RAF continuing to field strong resistance despite German claims of destroying over 1,100 fighters. As Hitler's September 10th deadline for Operation Sea Lion approaches, the Luftwaffe shifts focus from airfields to London itself, culminating in the massive September 7th bombing raid that marks the beginning of the London Blitz - a devastating new phase that would see the city bombed for 57 consecutive days and nights, forever changing the character of the Battle of Britain.


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]]> 1280 no 229: The Battle of Britain Pt. 4 - Familiar Failures In Episode 229 of _The Battle of Britain_, listeners dive into the intense, attritional final phase of the aerial campaign as the Luftwaffe shifts focus to dismantle RAF Fighter Command’s defenses with precision raids on key airfields. From the devastating bombing of Manston to the failed, costly attempt on Portsmouth, each raid reveals a clash of strategy and resilience—where German pilots claim massive victories but reality shows only half the damage. The episode uncovers how British squadrons fought back through clever tactics, early warning systems, and bold leadership, while highlighting the Luftwaffe’s growing losses despite their relentless attacks. Amid shifting targets, tactical adjustments, and a battle of attrition, one truth emerges: the air war was turning—and the tide was clearly beginning to turn against Germany. This is history at its most gripping—where courage, technology, and sheer willpower determine the fate of nations. Don’t miss this pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 26 Wesley Livesay In Episode 229 of _The Battle of Britain_, listeners dive into the intense, attritional final phase of the aerial campaign as the Luftwaffe shifts focus to dismantle RAF Fighter Command’s defenses with precision raids on key airfields. From the devastating bombing of Manston to the failed, costly attempt on Portsmouth, each raid reveals a clash of strategy and resilience—where German pilots claim massive victories but reality shows only half the damage. The episode uncovers how British squadrons fought back through clever tactics, early warning systems, and bold leadership, while highlighting the Luftwaffe’s growing losses despite their relentless attacks. Amid shifting targets, tactical adjustments, and a battle of attrition, one truth emerges: the air war was turning—and the tide was clearly beginning to turn against Germany. This is history at its most gripping—where courage, technology, and sheer willpower determine the fate of nations. Don’t miss this pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Episode 229 of _The Battle of Britain_, listeners dive into the intense, attritional final phase of the aerial campaign as the Luftwaffe shifts focus to dismantle RAF Fighter Command’s defenses with precision raids on key airfields. From the devastating bombing of Manston to the failed, costly attempt on Portsmouth, each raid reveals a clash of strategy and resilience—where German pilots claim massive victories but reality shows only half the damage. The episode uncovers how British squadrons fought back through clever tactics, early warning systems, and bold leadership, while highlighting the Luftwaffe’s growing losses despite their relentless attacks. Amid shifting targets, tactical adjustments, and a battle of attrition, one truth emerges: the air war was turning—and the tide was clearly beginning to turn against Germany. This is history at its most gripping—where courage, technology, and sheer willpower determine the fate of nations. Don’t miss this pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain.


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]]> 1705 no 228: The Battle of Britain Pt. 3 - New Plans This episode delves into the critical turning point of the Battle of Britain, exploring how the Luftwaffe's ambitious plans faced mounting challenges as weather disruptions and strategic miscalculations threatened their timetable . Discover the innovative German radio navigation system designed to guide bombers accurately, and the fierce aerial intelligence battle waged by British forces to counter it—a conflict that shaped the outcome of one of WWII's most pivotal campaigns. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking gripping insights into the technological and tactical clashes that defined the skies over Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 25 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the critical turning point of the Battle of Britain, exploring how the Luftwaffe's ambitious plans faced mounting challenges as weather disruptions and strategic miscalculations threatened their timetable . Discover the innovative German radio navigation system designed to guide bombers accurately, and the fierce aerial intelligence battle waged by British forces to counter it—a conflict that shaped the outcome of one of WWII's most pivotal campaigns. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking gripping insights into the technological and tactical clashes that defined the skies over Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the critical turning point of the Battle of Britain, exploring how the Luftwaffe's ambitious plans faced mounting challenges as weather disruptions and strategic miscalculations threatened their timetable . Discover the innovative German radio navigation system designed to guide bombers accurately, and the fierce aerial intelligence battle waged by British forces to counter it—a conflict that shaped the outcome of one of WWII's most pivotal campaigns. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking gripping insights into the technological and tactical clashes that defined the skies over Britain.


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]]> 1454 227: The Battle of Britain Pt. 2 - The Hardest Days This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the intense final days of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical days following Eagle Day, August 13th, when the Luftwaffe launched its decisive offensive . Despite initial setbacks like poor weather and delayed sorties, the German forces reported significant damage to RAF fighters, fueling confidence in their plan to cripple Fighter Command within days. The episode explores the high-stakes struggle as both sides adapt strategies, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped the outcome of the battle and the broader invasion preparations. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the gripping details of this turning point in WWII. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 24 Wesley Livesay This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the intense final days of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical days following Eagle Day, August 13th, when the Luftwaffe launched its decisive offensive . Despite initial setbacks like poor weather and delayed sorties, the German forces reported significant damage to RAF fighters, fueling confidence in their plan to cripple Fighter Command within days. The episode explores the high-stakes struggle as both sides adapt strategies, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped the outcome of the battle and the broader invasion preparations. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the gripping details of this turning point in WWII. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the intense final days of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical days following Eagle Day, August 13th, when the Luftwaffe launched its decisive offensive . Despite initial setbacks like poor weather and delayed sorties, the German forces reported significant damage to RAF fighters, fueling confidence in their plan to cripple Fighter Command within days. The episode explores the high-stakes struggle as both sides adapt strategies, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped the outcome of the battle and the broader invasion preparations. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the gripping details of this turning point in WWII.


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]]> 1710 no 226: The Battle of Britain Pt. 1 - Adlertag This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the Luftwaffe's final preparations and the critical operations of Adlertag (Eagle Day), the code name for the Luftwaffe's intensified campaign to neutralize RAF Fighter Command and secure Germany's invasion plans . As the conflict escalates, the podcast explores the high-stakes strategies, key decisions, and relentless aerial battles that defined this turning point in the war, offering listeners a gripping look at the chaos and courage of this historic clash. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 31 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 23 Wesley Livesay This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the Luftwaffe's final preparations and the critical operations of Adlertag (Eagle Day), the code name for the Luftwaffe's intensified campaign to neutralize RAF Fighter Command and secure Germany's invasion plans . As the conflict escalates, the podcast explores the high-stakes strategies, key decisions, and relentless aerial battles that defined this turning point in the war, offering listeners a gripping look at the chaos and courage of this historic clash. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the Luftwaffe's final preparations and the critical operations of Adlertag (Eagle Day), the code name for the Luftwaffe's intensified campaign to neutralize RAF Fighter Command and secure Germany's invasion plans . As the conflict escalates, the podcast explores the high-stakes strategies, key decisions, and relentless aerial battles that defined this turning point in the war, offering listeners a gripping look at the chaos and courage of this historic clash.


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]]> 1932 no 225: The Battle About Britain Pt. 9 - The Senior Service This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives deep into the pivotal role of the Royal Navy during the Battle of Britain, exploring how its strength served as a critical counterbalance to the Luftwaffe's air campaign . As the podcast traces the evolving strategies of both sides, it highlights the tense interplay between Germany's aerial ambitions and Britain's maritime defenses, setting the stage for the dramatic air battles that would define the conflict. With insights into the strategic mind games and the looming threat of _Aldertag_ (Eagle Day), this episode offers a gripping look at the high-stakes clash that shaped the course of WWII. Don’t miss the untold stories behind the skies and seas! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 22 Wesley Livesay This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives deep into the pivotal role of the Royal Navy during the Battle of Britain, exploring how its strength served as a critical counterbalance to the Luftwaffe's air campaign . As the podcast traces the evolving strategies of both sides, it highlights the tense interplay between Germany's aerial ambitions and Britain's maritime defenses, setting the stage for the dramatic air battles that would define the conflict. With insights into the strategic mind games and the looming threat of _Aldertag_ (Eagle Day), this episode offers a gripping look at the high-stakes clash that shaped the course of WWII. Don’t miss the untold stories behind the skies and seas! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives deep into the pivotal role of the Royal Navy during the Battle of Britain, exploring how its strength served as a critical counterbalance to the Luftwaffe's air campaign . As the podcast traces the evolving strategies of both sides, it highlights the tense interplay between Germany's aerial ambitions and Britain's maritime defenses, setting the stage for the dramatic air battles that would define the conflict. With insights into the strategic mind games and the looming threat of _Aldertag_ (Eagle Day), this episode offers a gripping look at the high-stakes clash that shaped the course of WWII. Don’t miss the untold stories behind the skies and seas!


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]]> 1372 Interview 42: Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945 with Jack Bowsher This time I was joined by Jack Bowsher the author of Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945: The Greatest Combined Arms Manoeuvre Battle of WW2 which is available now! Come find out about what the fighting was like in Burma during 1945 and why it is a tremendous example of a combined arms Thunder Run. https://www.chiselbury.co.uk/pre-order/p/thunder-run-meiktila-1945-by-jack-bowsher Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 21 Wesley Livesay This time I was joined by Jack Bowsher the author of Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945: The Greatest Combined Arms Manoeuvre Battle of WW2 which is available now! Come find out about what the fighting was like in Burma during 1945 and why it is a tremendous example of a combined arms Thunder Run. https://www.chiselbury.co.uk/pre-order/p/thunder-run-meiktila-1945-by-jack-bowsher Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This time I was joined by Jack Bowsher the author of Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945: The Greatest Combined Arms Manoeuvre Battle of WW2 which is available now! Come find out about what the fighting was like in Burma during 1945 and why it is a tremendous example of a combined arms Thunder Run.

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]]> 3553 no 224: The Battle About Britain Pt. 8 - Home Guard and the Airborne Panic This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical preparations Britain undertook ahead of the potential German invasion during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the overlooked yet vital role of the Home Guard and the widespread panic surrounding airborne attacks. Discover how civilian volunteers were mobilized, the strategic fears that shaped wartime decisions, and the human stories behind the historical events. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the lesser-known tensions and resilience of Britain’s wartime efforts. Join the members’ community for ad-free episodes and exclusive content today! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 20 Wesley Livesay This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical preparations Britain undertook ahead of the potential German invasion during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the overlooked yet vital role of the Home Guard and the widespread panic surrounding airborne attacks. Discover how civilian volunteers were mobilized, the strategic fears that shaped wartime decisions, and the human stories behind the historical events. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the lesser-known tensions and resilience of Britain’s wartime efforts. Join the members’ community for ad-free episodes and exclusive content today! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical preparations Britain undertook ahead of the potential German invasion during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the overlooked yet vital role of the Home Guard and the widespread panic surrounding airborne attacks. Discover how civilian volunteers were mobilized, the strategic fears that shaped wartime decisions, and the human stories behind the historical events. Perfect for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the lesser-known tensions and resilience of Britain’s wartime efforts. Join the members’ community for ad-free episodes and exclusive content today!


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]]> 1480 no 223: The Battle About Britain Pt. 7 - Invasion Preparations This episode delves into the high-stakes preparations of Britain’s military and government as they braced for a potential German invasion during the summer of 1940, a pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain . From chaotic early responses fueled by panic to the gradual organization of defenses like the Home Guard, the narrative captures the tension and transformation of Britain’s resilience during this critical period. As the episode unfolds, it reveals how the nation’s efforts evolved into a structured defense system, setting the stage for the broader struggle against Nazi aggression. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 19 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the high-stakes preparations of Britain’s military and government as they braced for a potential German invasion during the summer of 1940, a pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain . From chaotic early responses fueled by panic to the gradual organization of defenses like the Home Guard, the narrative captures the tension and transformation of Britain’s resilience during this critical period. As the episode unfolds, it reveals how the nation’s efforts evolved into a structured defense system, setting the stage for the broader struggle against Nazi aggression. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the high-stakes preparations of Britain’s military and government as they braced for a potential German invasion during the summer of 1940, a pivotal moment in the Battle of Britain . From chaotic early responses fueled by panic to the gradual organization of defenses like the Home Guard, the narrative captures the tension and transformation of Britain’s resilience during this critical period. As the episode unfolds, it reveals how the nation’s efforts evolved into a structured defense system, setting the stage for the broader struggle against Nazi aggression.


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]]> 1635 no Interview 41: Motorization with Bruce Gudmundsson In this interview I was joined by Bruce Gudmundsson to discuss some of the benefits, challenges, and difficulties of motorization in the armies of the Second World War. Check out way more of Bruce's writing over on Substack: https://tacticalnotebook.substack.com/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 18 Wesley Livesay In this interview I was joined by Bruce Gudmundsson to discuss some of the benefits, challenges, and difficulties of motorization in the armies of the Second World War. Check out way more of Bruce's writing over on Substack: https://tacticalnotebook.substack.com/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this interview I was joined by Bruce Gudmundsson to discuss some of the benefits, challenges, and difficulties of motorization in the armies of the Second World War.

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]]> 2315 222: The Battle About Britain Pt. 6 - Wait, This is Going to be Complicated This episode delves into the high-stakes planning behind Operation Sea Lion, exploring how German military strategists grappled with the immense challenges of invading Britain in 1940. As the Luftwaffe battled for air superiority, the planners faced a critical dilemma: balancing the necessity of an invasion with the uncertain feasibility of achieving the required dominance over the Royal Air Force. Tensions mounted between the German Army and Navy staffs, who had to navigate logistical, tactical, and strategic uncertainties within a tight window of just a few months. With the fate of the invasion hinging on a single, precarious condition—air superiority—the episode reveals the complexity and risks of one of WWII’s most pivotal decisions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 17 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the high-stakes planning behind Operation Sea Lion, exploring how German military strategists grappled with the immense challenges of invading Britain in 1940. As the Luftwaffe battled for air superiority, the planners faced a critical dilemma: balancing the necessity of an invasion with the uncertain feasibility of achieving the required dominance over the Royal Air Force. Tensions mounted between the German Army and Navy staffs, who had to navigate logistical, tactical, and strategic uncertainties within a tight window of just a few months. With the fate of the invasion hinging on a single, precarious condition—air superiority—the episode reveals the complexity and risks of one of WWII’s most pivotal decisions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the high-stakes planning behind Operation Sea Lion, exploring how German military strategists grappled with the immense challenges of invading Britain in 1940. As the Luftwaffe battled for air superiority, the planners faced a critical dilemma: balancing the necessity of an invasion with the uncertain feasibility of achieving the required dominance over the Royal Air Force. Tensions mounted between the German Army and Navy staffs, who had to navigate logistical, tactical, and strategic uncertainties within a tight window of just a few months. With the fate of the invasion hinging on a single, precarious condition—air superiority—the episode reveals the complexity and risks of one of WWII’s most pivotal decisions.


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]]> 1519 no Interview 40: The German-Soviet War with Jeff Rutherford Buy The German Soviet War: Combat, Occupation, and Legacies Edited by Jeff Rutherford and Robert von Maier here: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501781070/the-german-soviet-war/#bookTabs=4 If you are reading this before June 27, 2025 use this coupon code for 50% off: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/unlock-a-world-of-knowledge-5-days-50-off-sale-june-2025/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 17 Wesley Livesay Buy The German Soviet War: Combat, Occupation, and Legacies Edited by Jeff Rutherford and Robert von Maier here: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501781070/the-german-soviet-war/#bookTabs=4 If you are reading this before June 27, 2025 use this coupon code for 50% off: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/unlock-a-world-of-knowledge-5-days-50-off-sale-june-2025/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Buy The German Soviet War: Combat, Occupation, and Legacies Edited by Jeff Rutherford and Robert von Maier here: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501781070/the-german-soviet-war/#bookTabs=4

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]]> 1665 no 221: The Battle About Britain Pt. 5 - A Simple River Crossing In this episode, we explore the pivotal moments leading up to Operation Sea Lion, examining Hitler's failed "Last Appeal to Reason" speech and the chaotic coordination struggles within the German military. Discover how conflicting priorities between the Wehrmacht branches delayed invasion planning, the critical role of radar in shaping the Battle of Britain, and the strategic miscalculations that shaped the course of the war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 16 Wesley Livesay In this episode, we explore the pivotal moments leading up to Operation Sea Lion, examining Hitler's failed "Last Appeal to Reason" speech and the chaotic coordination struggles within the German military. Discover how conflicting priorities between the Wehrmacht branches delayed invasion planning, the critical role of radar in shaping the Battle of Britain, and the strategic miscalculations that shaped the course of the war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, we explore the pivotal moments leading up to Operation Sea Lion, examining Hitler's failed "Last Appeal to Reason" speech and the chaotic coordination struggles within the German military. Discover how conflicting priorities between the Wehrmacht branches delayed invasion planning, the critical role of radar in shaping the Battle of Britain, and the strategic miscalculations that shaped the course of the war.


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]]> 1343 no 220: The Battle About Britain Pt. 4 - The Channel Battle This episode delves into the intense aerial battles of July 1940 during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the RAF and Luftwaffe's clash over the skies as Germany sought to dominate the English Channel and cripple British shipping and naval power. From fiery dogfights on July 10th to covert bombing raids that tested Nazi morale, the episode explores the strategic gambits, weather challenges, and human cost of this pivotal moment in WWII. With gripping accounts of high-stakes maneuvers and the looming threat of Operation Sea Lion, it’s a must-listen for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the drama that nearly changed the course of the war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:23:00 -0000 full 4 15 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the intense aerial battles of July 1940 during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the RAF and Luftwaffe's clash over the skies as Germany sought to dominate the English Channel and cripple British shipping and naval power. From fiery dogfights on July 10th to covert bombing raids that tested Nazi morale, the episode explores the strategic gambits, weather challenges, and human cost of this pivotal moment in WWII. With gripping accounts of high-stakes maneuvers and the looming threat of Operation Sea Lion, it’s a must-listen for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the drama that nearly changed the course of the war. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the intense aerial battles of July 1940 during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the RAF and Luftwaffe's clash over the skies as Germany sought to dominate the English Channel and cripple British shipping and naval power. From fiery dogfights on July 10th to covert bombing raids that tested Nazi morale, the episode explores the strategic gambits, weather challenges, and human cost of this pivotal moment in WWII. With gripping accounts of high-stakes maneuvers and the looming threat of Operation Sea Lion, it’s a must-listen for history enthusiasts eager to uncover the drama that nearly changed the course of the war.


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]]> 1709 219: The Battle About Britain Pt. 3 - The Three Speeches This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring Winston Churchill’s powerful speeches that galvanized Britain during the 1940 air campaign. From vivid historical comparisons to the heroic sacrifices of RAF pilots, the episode unpacks the tension, strategy, and resilience that defined this critical conflict. Listeners will hear excerpts of Churchill’s iconic rhetoric, including his reflections on the "Few" and the daring defense of British skies, all while uncovering the lesser-known details that shaped one of history’s most defining battle. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 14 Wesley Livesay This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring Winston Churchill’s powerful speeches that galvanized Britain during the 1940 air campaign. From vivid historical comparisons to the heroic sacrifices of RAF pilots, the episode unpacks the tension, strategy, and resilience that defined this critical conflict. Listeners will hear excerpts of Churchill’s iconic rhetoric, including his reflections on the "Few" and the daring defense of British skies, all while uncovering the lesser-known details that shaped one of history’s most defining battle. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring Winston Churchill’s powerful speeches that galvanized Britain during the 1940 air campaign. From vivid historical comparisons to the heroic sacrifices of RAF pilots, the episode unpacks the tension, strategy, and resilience that defined this critical conflict. Listeners will hear excerpts of Churchill’s iconic rhetoric, including his reflections on the "Few" and the daring defense of British skies, all while uncovering the lesser-known details that shaped one of history’s most defining battle.


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]]> 2244 no Interview 39: Sisterhood of Ravensbrück with Lynne Olson The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler's All-Female Concentration Camp By Lynne Olson The book is available starting June 3, 2025 published by Penguin Random House: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/749046/the-sisterhood-of-ravensbruck-by-lynne-olson/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 12 Wesley Livesay The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler's All-Female Concentration Camp By Lynne Olson The book is available starting June 3, 2025 published by Penguin Random House: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/749046/the-sisterhood-of-ravensbruck-by-lynne-olson/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler's All-Female Concentration Camp By Lynne Olson

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]]> 1639 no 218 - The Battle About Britain Pt. 2 - What Are We Doing Now? In this episode of *History of the Second World War*, delve into the pivotal moment during the Battle of Britain as Britain grapples with the decision to reject German negotiations, leaving its fate hanging in the balance. Explore the high-stakes strategies employed by the Royal Air Force, from cutting-edge communication systems to coded orders like "scramble" and "vector 180 angels 10," which shaped the course of the conflict. With gripping insights into leadership, resilience, and the fog of war, this episode reveals how Britain’s defiance became a turning point in the fight against Nazi Germany. Don’t miss the behind-the-scenes look at the chaos and courage that defined this historic battle! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 11 Wesley Livesay In this episode of *History of the Second World War*, delve into the pivotal moment during the Battle of Britain as Britain grapples with the decision to reject German negotiations, leaving its fate hanging in the balance. Explore the high-stakes strategies employed by the Royal Air Force, from cutting-edge communication systems to coded orders like "scramble" and "vector 180 angels 10," which shaped the course of the conflict. With gripping insights into leadership, resilience, and the fog of war, this episode reveals how Britain’s defiance became a turning point in the fight against Nazi Germany. Don’t miss the behind-the-scenes look at the chaos and courage that defined this historic battle! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode of *History of the Second World War*, delve into the pivotal moment during the Battle of Britain as Britain grapples with the decision to reject German negotiations, leaving its fate hanging in the balance. Explore the high-stakes strategies employed by the Royal Air Force, from cutting-edge communication systems to coded orders like "scramble" and "vector 180 angels 10," which shaped the course of the conflict. With gripping insights into leadership, resilience, and the fog of war, this episode reveals how Britain’s defiance became a turning point in the fight against Nazi Germany. Don’t miss the behind-the-scenes look at the chaos and courage that defined this historic battle!


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]]> 1479 no 217 - The Battle About Britain Pt. 1 - What Are We Doing Next? This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring the German plan for invasion—Operation Sealion—and its unrealistic ambitions to cross the English Channel. As the Luftwaffe struggled with unclear strategies and fragmented operations in the summer of 1940, the episode reveals how chaos and uncertainty shaped the conflict. Listeners will uncover the high-stakes clash between Nazi ambitions and Britain’s desperate preparations, offering a gripping look at the turning point that defined the war’s outcome Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 10 Wesley Livesay This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring the German plan for invasion—Operation Sealion—and its unrealistic ambitions to cross the English Channel. As the Luftwaffe struggled with unclear strategies and fragmented operations in the summer of 1940, the episode reveals how chaos and uncertainty shaped the conflict. Listeners will uncover the high-stakes clash between Nazi ambitions and Britain’s desperate preparations, offering a gripping look at the turning point that defined the war’s outcome Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of _History of the Second World War_ dives into the critical moments of the Battle of Britain, exploring the German plan for invasion—Operation Sealion—and its unrealistic ambitions to cross the English Channel. As the Luftwaffe struggled with unclear strategies and fragmented operations in the summer of 1940, the episode reveals how chaos and uncertainty shaped the conflict. Listeners will uncover the high-stakes clash between Nazi ambitions and Britain’s desperate preparations, offering a gripping look at the turning point that defined the war’s outcome


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]]> 1761 no 216: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 8 - Operation Catapult This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of Operation Catapult, the controversial British effort to seize French naval assets in 1940 as France surrendered to Germany. Explore the tensions between Churchill’s aggressive wartime strategies and the moral dilemmas of targeting a defeated enemy’s fleet, while uncovering how this decision shaped Britain’s path in the Battle of Britain. With insights from historians like Robert Forczyk, who calls the operation a "nadir of British strategy," this episode challenges listeners to rethink the complexities of leadership, sacrifice, and the fog of war during WWII. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 9 Wesley Livesay This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of Operation Catapult, the controversial British effort to seize French naval assets in 1940 as France surrendered to Germany. Explore the tensions between Churchill’s aggressive wartime strategies and the moral dilemmas of targeting a defeated enemy’s fleet, while uncovering how this decision shaped Britain’s path in the Battle of Britain. With insights from historians like Robert Forczyk, who calls the operation a "nadir of British strategy," this episode challenges listeners to rethink the complexities of leadership, sacrifice, and the fog of war during WWII. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of Operation Catapult, the controversial British effort to seize French naval assets in 1940 as France surrendered to Germany. Explore the tensions between Churchill’s aggressive wartime strategies and the moral dilemmas of targeting a defeated enemy’s fleet, while uncovering how this decision shaped Britain’s path in the Battle of Britain. With insights from historians like Robert Forczyk, who calls the operation a "nadir of British strategy," this episode challenges listeners to rethink the complexities of leadership, sacrifice, and the fog of war during WWII.


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]]> 1335 no 215: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 7 - Attrition Over France This episode delves into the intense strategic clashes during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical decisions made in late May and early June 1940 as Allied forces grappled with the deteriorating situation in France. It explores the tension between Air Chief Marshal Dowding’s warnings about keeping fighters in Britain and the urgent demands from French leaders and the BEF for more aircraft, highlighting the high stakes of resource allocation during a pivotal moment in the war. With insights into Churchill’s War Cabinet debates and the looming threat of invasion, the episode unpacks how these choices shaped the course of the conflict and the future of Britain’s defense. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 8 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the intense strategic clashes during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical decisions made in late May and early June 1940 as Allied forces grappled with the deteriorating situation in France. It explores the tension between Air Chief Marshal Dowding’s warnings about keeping fighters in Britain and the urgent demands from French leaders and the BEF for more aircraft, highlighting the high stakes of resource allocation during a pivotal moment in the war. With insights into Churchill’s War Cabinet debates and the looming threat of invasion, the episode unpacks how these choices shaped the course of the conflict and the future of Britain’s defense. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the intense strategic clashes during the Battle of Britain, focusing on the critical decisions made in late May and early June 1940 as Allied forces grappled with the deteriorating situation in France. It explores the tension between Air Chief Marshal Dowding’s warnings about keeping fighters in Britain and the urgent demands from French leaders and the BEF for more aircraft, highlighting the high stakes of resource allocation during a pivotal moment in the war. With insights into Churchill’s War Cabinet debates and the looming threat of invasion, the episode unpacks how these choices shaped the course of the conflict and the future of Britain’s defense.

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]]> 1285 no 214: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 6 - An Easy Way Out In this episode, we delve into the critical period leading up to the Battle of Britain, exploring the growing tensions between Britain, France, and Germany as Churchill and Halifax worked tirelessly to find a path forward. The discussion centers around the hesitant attempts at negotiations with Mussolini and the Italian government, alongside the strategic planning for a continued fight against Germany, ultimately leading to a pivotal decision that shaped the course of the war. Listen to discover the challenges and uncertainties faced by the British government as they prepared for the monumental battle ahead. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 7 Wesley Livesay In this episode, we delve into the critical period leading up to the Battle of Britain, exploring the growing tensions between Britain, France, and Germany as Churchill and Halifax worked tirelessly to find a path forward. The discussion centers around the hesitant attempts at negotiations with Mussolini and the Italian government, alongside the strategic planning for a continued fight against Germany, ultimately leading to a pivotal decision that shaped the course of the war. Listen to discover the challenges and uncertainties faced by the British government as they prepared for the monumental battle ahead. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, we delve into the critical period leading up to the Battle of Britain, exploring the growing tensions between Britain, France, and Germany as Churchill and Halifax worked tirelessly to find a path forward. The discussion centers around the hesitant attempts at negotiations with Mussolini and the Italian government, alongside the strategic planning for a continued fight against Germany, ultimately leading to a pivotal decision that shaped the course of the war. Listen to discover the challenges and uncertainties faced by the British government as they prepared for the monumental battle ahead.


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]]> 1496 no 213: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 5 - Churchill and the Few Join us as we delve into the critical role of pilot experience in the Battle of Britain! This episode explores how the skills and bravery of foreign pilots, particularly those hailing from across the British Empire, were vital to the RAF's success. From the pivotal dogfight scenarios between single-engine fighters to the impact of Winston Churchill’s leadership, we’ll uncover the stories behind the 'Few' and the extraordinary sacrifices made in the air during this crucial period of World War II. Listen now and discover why these pilots were so highly valued! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 6 Wesley Livesay Join us as we delve into the critical role of pilot experience in the Battle of Britain! This episode explores how the skills and bravery of foreign pilots, particularly those hailing from across the British Empire, were vital to the RAF's success. From the pivotal dogfight scenarios between single-engine fighters to the impact of Winston Churchill’s leadership, we’ll uncover the stories behind the 'Few' and the extraordinary sacrifices made in the air during this crucial period of World War II. Listen now and discover why these pilots were so highly valued! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join us as we delve into the critical role of pilot experience in the Battle of Britain! This episode explores how the skills and bravery of foreign pilots, particularly those hailing from across the British Empire, were vital to the RAF's success. From the pivotal dogfight scenarios between single-engine fighters to the impact of Winston Churchill’s leadership, we’ll uncover the stories behind the 'Few' and the extraordinary sacrifices made in the air during this crucial period of World War II. Listen now and discover why these pilots were so highly valued!


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]]> 1535 no 212: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 4 - Leaves Upon the Wind This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked details of the Battle of Britain, going beyond the famous aircraft to explore the technological and logistical factors that impacted the fighting. We examine the strengths and weaknesses of aircraft like the Defiant, the crucial role of high-octane fuel in providing a performance edge, and even how seemingly minor details could influence the outcome of aerial engagements. From the limitations of turret fighters to the impact of fuel quality on climb rates, this episode reveals the complex web of factors that shaped the air war over Britain, setting the stage for a future discussion of the pilots who fought it. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 5 Wesley Livesay This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked details of the Battle of Britain, going beyond the famous aircraft to explore the technological and logistical factors that impacted the fighting. We examine the strengths and weaknesses of aircraft like the Defiant, the crucial role of high-octane fuel in providing a performance edge, and even how seemingly minor details could influence the outcome of aerial engagements. From the limitations of turret fighters to the impact of fuel quality on climb rates, this episode reveals the complex web of factors that shaped the air war over Britain, setting the stage for a future discussion of the pilots who fought it. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked details of the Battle of Britain, going beyond the famous aircraft to explore the technological and logistical factors that impacted the fighting. We examine the strengths and weaknesses of aircraft like the Defiant, the crucial role of high-octane fuel in providing a performance edge, and even how seemingly minor details could influence the outcome of aerial engagements. From the limitations of turret fighters to the impact of fuel quality on climb rates, this episode reveals the complex web of factors that shaped the air war over Britain, setting the stage for a future discussion of the pilots who fought it.


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]]> 2086 no 211: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 3 - How to Build a Bombing Campaign This episode delves into the often-overlooked early years of Britain’s Bomber Command during 1940, revealing a story of ambitious plans, flawed assumptions, and determined aircrews. We explore how Bomber Command transitioned from pre-war theory to desperate anti-invasion efforts, laying mines and attacking German harbors as the threat of a Nazi landing loomed. Beyond the immediate crisis, we uncover the enduring belief – championed by Churchill – that strategic bombing held the key to victory, despite early failures and a fundamental misunderstanding of the challenges ahead, setting the stage for the massive campaigns to come. Join us as we uncover the realities of early war bombing and the unwavering faith in a strategy that would define much of the conflict. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 4 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the often-overlooked early years of Britain’s Bomber Command during 1940, revealing a story of ambitious plans, flawed assumptions, and determined aircrews. We explore how Bomber Command transitioned from pre-war theory to desperate anti-invasion efforts, laying mines and attacking German harbors as the threat of a Nazi landing loomed. Beyond the immediate crisis, we uncover the enduring belief – championed by Churchill – that strategic bombing held the key to victory, despite early failures and a fundamental misunderstanding of the challenges ahead, setting the stage for the massive campaigns to come. Join us as we uncover the realities of early war bombing and the unwavering faith in a strategy that would define much of the conflict. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the often-overlooked early years of Britain’s Bomber Command during 1940, revealing a story of ambitious plans, flawed assumptions, and determined aircrews. We explore how Bomber Command transitioned from pre-war theory to desperate anti-invasion efforts, laying mines and attacking German harbors as the threat of a Nazi landing loomed. Beyond the immediate crisis, we uncover the enduring belief – championed by Churchill – that strategic bombing held the key to victory, despite early failures and a fundamental misunderstanding of the challenges ahead, setting the stage for the massive campaigns to come. Join us as we uncover the realities of early war bombing and the unwavering faith in a strategy that would define much of the conflict.



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]]> 1352 no 210: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 2 - Flying Blind This episode delves into the fascinating, high-stakes cat-and-mouse game of radar and radio countermeasures during the Battle of Britain. Discover how British intelligence meticulously deciphered the German “Knickebein” and “X-Gerät” bombing guidance systems—starting with insights from captured soldiers and culminating in signal detection—and how they scrambled to develop countermeasures like the surprisingly simple “Aspirin” system. From strategically placed radio transmitters to deliberately set countryside fires, this episode reveals the ingenuity—and occasional rushed decisions—on both sides as they raced to disrupt enemy bombing raids, highlighting the crucial role of signal intelligence in the skies over Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 3 Wesley Livesay This episode delves into the fascinating, high-stakes cat-and-mouse game of radar and radio countermeasures during the Battle of Britain. Discover how British intelligence meticulously deciphered the German “Knickebein” and “X-Gerät” bombing guidance systems—starting with insights from captured soldiers and culminating in signal detection—and how they scrambled to develop countermeasures like the surprisingly simple “Aspirin” system. From strategically placed radio transmitters to deliberately set countryside fires, this episode reveals the ingenuity—and occasional rushed decisions—on both sides as they raced to disrupt enemy bombing raids, highlighting the crucial role of signal intelligence in the skies over Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode delves into the fascinating, high-stakes cat-and-mouse game of radar and radio countermeasures during the Battle of Britain. Discover how British intelligence meticulously deciphered the German “Knickebein” and “X-Gerät” bombing guidance systems—starting with insights from captured soldiers and culminating in signal detection—and how they scrambled to develop countermeasures like the surprisingly simple “Aspirin” system. From strategically placed radio transmitters to deliberately set countryside fires, this episode reveals the ingenuity—and occasional rushed decisions—on both sides as they raced to disrupt enemy bombing raids, highlighting the crucial role of signal intelligence in the skies over Britain.


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]]> 1647 no 209: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 1 - Electronic Tripwires In the years before the war the new technology of radar would begin to solve many of the problems of air defense, but it was not perfect. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 2 Wesley Livesay In the years before the war the new technology of radar would begin to solve many of the problems of air defense, but it was not perfect. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the years before the war the new technology of radar would begin to solve many of the problems of air defense, but it was not perfect.


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]]> 1572 208: If Necessary Alone - An Introduction The podcast is back, so it is time to talk about what you can look forward to in the near future. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 4 1 Wesley Livesay The podcast is back, so it is time to talk about what you can look forward to in the near future. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The podcast is back, so it is time to talk about what you can look forward to in the near future.


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]]> 764 Summary 4: Interwar Britain Those plucky Brits were doing Plucky Brit things, while also being stretched to the limit because when you have a world spanning empire your enemies can come from anywhere. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 96 Wesley Livesay Those plucky Brits were doing Plucky Brit things, while also being stretched to the limit because when you have a world spanning empire your enemies can come from anywhere. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Those plucky Brits were doing Plucky Brit things, while also being stretched to the limit because when you have a world spanning empire your enemies can come from anywhere.


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]]> 1644 no Summary 5: Interwar Airpower Back again with another Summary episode, this time to discuss the evolution of Airpower during the interwar years, and the preparedness of the various Air Forces around Europe before 1939. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 84 Wesley Livesay Back again with another Summary episode, this time to discuss the evolution of Airpower during the interwar years, and the preparedness of the various Air Forces around Europe before 1939. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Back again with another Summary episode, this time to discuss the evolution of Airpower during the interwar years, and the preparedness of the various Air Forces around Europe before 1939.


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]]> 1869 no Preview 18: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 6 - Preparing for War This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. War clouds on the horizon. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 83 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. War clouds on the horizon. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. War clouds on the horizon.


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]]> 1723 Preview 17: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 5 - Aviation This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Naval aviation was a major topic of conversation between the RAF and the Royal Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 82 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Naval aviation was a major topic of conversation between the RAF and the Royal Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Naval aviation was a major topic of conversation between the RAF and the Royal Navy.


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]]> 1521 Intelligent Speech 2025 Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/Coupon Code: SECOND Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:57:00 -0000 trailer Wesley Livesay Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/Coupon Code: SECOND Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/Coupon Code: SECOND

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]]> 187 Preview 16: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 4 - Building Better Battleships This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Time to build new ships, and they had to be good. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 81 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Time to build new ships, and they had to be good. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. Time to build new ships, and they had to be good.


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]]> 1382 Interview 38: The Forgotten War with Jack Bowsher This week I was joined by Jack Browsher to discuss a new World War 2 Podcast The Forgotten War, which covers the events in Burma during the war. Find out more about the Forgotten War here: https://shows.acast.com/the-forgotten-war-pod Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 80 Wesley Livesay This week I was joined by Jack Browsher to discuss a new World War 2 Podcast The Forgotten War, which covers the events in Burma during the war. Find out more about the Forgotten War here: https://shows.acast.com/the-forgotten-war-pod Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week I was joined by Jack Browsher to discuss a new World War 2 Podcast The Forgotten War, which covers the events in Burma during the war.


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]]> 2345 no Preview 15: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 3 - The End of the Naval Treaty This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The treaties that were so important to the course of naval warfare during the interwar years would expire, what next? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 79 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The treaties that were so important to the course of naval warfare during the interwar years would expire, what next? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The treaties that were so important to the course of naval warfare during the interwar years would expire, what next?


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]]> 1609 Preview 14: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 2 - The Early 30s This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. What were some of the events that impacted the Royal Navy during the early 1930s? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 78 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. What were some of the events that impacted the Royal Navy during the early 1930s? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. What were some of the events that impacted the Royal Navy during the early 1930s?


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]]> 2703 Preview 13: The Victorious Royal Navy Pt. 1 - Budgets This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The story of the interwar Royal Navy is one of trying to simply do too much with not enough resources. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 77 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The story of the interwar Royal Navy is one of trying to simply do too much with not enough resources. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. The story of the interwar Royal Navy is one of trying to simply do too much with not enough resources.


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]]> 2487 207: The Fall of France - Epilogue: Riom In early 1942 the new Vichy French government would bring charges against 6 men in the effort to determine the reasons for France's defeat in 1942. The resulting trial would not go as planned. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 76 Wesley Livesay In early 1942 the new Vichy French government would bring charges against 6 men in the effort to determine the reasons for France's defeat in 1942. The resulting trial would not go as planned. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In early 1942 the new Vichy French government would bring charges against 6 men in the effort to determine the reasons for France's defeat in 1942. The resulting trial would not go as planned.


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]]> 1975 no 206: The Fall of France - Defeat France was defeated. Why? Who? How? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 03 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 75 Wesley Livesay France was defeated. Why? Who? How? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices France was defeated. Why? Who? How?


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]]> 1642 no 205: The Fall of France - Surrender With the fall of the Reynaud government, Petain rapidly moved into armistice negotiations with Germany, although calling them negotiations might be inaccurate. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 74 Wesley Livesay With the fall of the Reynaud government, Petain rapidly moved into armistice negotiations with Germany, although calling them negotiations might be inaccurate. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With the fall of the Reynaud government, Petain rapidly moved into armistice negotiations with Germany, although calling them negotiations might be inaccurate.


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]]> 1477 no Interview 37: RAF Gardening Operations with Jane Guilliford Lowes While their other operations get most of the publicity, throughout the entire war the RAF was constantly sending bombers on missions to drop sea mines, operations code named Gardening operations. Nevermind The Dambusters: https://nevermindthedambusters.buzzsprout.com/ Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 73 Wesley Livesay While their other operations get most of the publicity, throughout the entire war the RAF was constantly sending bombers on missions to drop sea mines, operations code named Gardening operations. Nevermind The Dambusters: https://nevermindthedambusters.buzzsprout.com/ Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While their other operations get most of the publicity, throughout the entire war the RAF was constantly sending bombers on missions to drop sea mines, operations code named Gardening operations.

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]]> 2516 no 204: The Fall of France - About that Maginot Thing The French had this cool thing called the Maginot Line, what has been happening there? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 72 Wesley Livesay The French had this cool thing called the Maginot Line, what has been happening there? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The French had this cool thing called the Maginot Line, what has been happening there?

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]]> 1382 no Interview 36: General Stanisław Maczek with Jenny Grant Pick up a copy of The Price of Victory from Pen and Sword: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Price-of-Victory-Hardback/p/51599 Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 71 Wesley Livesay Pick up a copy of The Price of Victory from Pen and Sword: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Price-of-Victory-Hardback/p/51599 Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Pick up a copy of The Price of Victory from Pen and Sword: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Price-of-Victory-Hardback/p/51599


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]]> 2262 no 203: The Fall of France - Falling Apart After the fall of Paris things continued to just as poorly as they did before. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 70 Wesley Livesay After the fall of Paris things continued to just as poorly as they did before. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the fall of Paris things continued to just as poorly as they did before.

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]]> 1340 no 202: The Fall of France - "To Make a Corpse Feel" Paris Falls. General Brooke realizes that the British are no longer capable of helping the French. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 69 Wesley Livesay Paris Falls. General Brooke realizes that the British are no longer capable of helping the French. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Paris Falls. General Brooke realizes that the British are no longer capable of helping the French.

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]]> 1534 no 201: The Fall of France - "The Last Quarter of an Hour" After the beginning of Case Red, the overall situation for the French would quickly begin to fall apart completely. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 68 Wesley Livesay After the beginning of Case Red, the overall situation for the French would quickly begin to fall apart completely. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the beginning of Case Red, the overall situation for the French would quickly begin to fall apart completely.

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]]> 2014 no 200: The Fall of France - Case Red Stage one of the German invasion had went so well, so now it was time for stage two. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 67 Wesley Livesay Stage one of the German invasion had went so well, so now it was time for stage two. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Stage one of the German invasion had went so well, so now it was time for stage two.

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]]> 1809 no 199: The Fall of France - The Battle of Abbeville What were the Germans going to do to finally defeat France? What was going to happen to the critical Abbeville bridgehead? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 66 Wesley Livesay What were the Germans going to do to finally defeat France? What was going to happen to the critical Abbeville bridgehead? Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What were the Germans going to do to finally defeat France? What was going to happen to the critical Abbeville bridgehead?

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]]> 1983 no Interview 35: The Man Who Calculated Death with Suzanne Rico In this interview I was joined by Suzanne Rico who has released the new podcast The Man Who Calculated Death about her grandfather Robert Lusser, the man who led the team that built the V-1 bomb. Check out the podcast at https://www.themanwhocalculateddeath.com/ Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 65 Wesley Livesay In this interview I was joined by Suzanne Rico who has released the new podcast The Man Who Calculated Death about her grandfather Robert Lusser, the man who led the team that built the V-1 bomb. Check out the podcast at https://www.themanwhocalculateddeath.com/ Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this interview I was joined by Suzanne Rico who has released the new podcast The Man Who Calculated Death about her grandfather Robert Lusser, the man who led the team that built the V-1 bomb.

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]]> 2525 no 198: The Fall of France - Picking Up the Pieces The evacuation of Dunkirk was underway, but discussions had already started for what the British and French would do next. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 64 Wesley Livesay The evacuation of Dunkirk was underway, but discussions had already started for what the British and French would do next. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The evacuation of Dunkirk was underway, but discussions had already started for what the British and French would do next.


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]]> 1389 no 197: The Fall of France - Operation Dynamo Operation Dynamo would be wildly more successful than anybody would have predicted. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 63 Wesley Livesay Operation Dynamo would be wildly more successful than anybody would have predicted. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Operation Dynamo would be wildly more successful than anybody would have predicted.

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]]> 1693 no 196: The Fall of France - The Myths of Dunkirk Dunkirk, legends, myths, realities, all wrapped into one. But also, it sort of does not matter. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 62 Wesley Livesay Dunkirk, legends, myths, realities, all wrapped into one. But also, it sort of does not matter. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dunkirk, legends, myths, realities, all wrapped into one. But also, it sort of does not matter.

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]]> 1481 no 195: The Fall of France - The Collapsing Bag The situation in Belgium and Northern France was falling apart, and disaster was looming. The only question was how the disaster would be managed. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 61 Wesley Livesay The situation in Belgium and Northern France was falling apart, and disaster was looming. The only question was how the disaster would be managed. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The situation in Belgium and Northern France was falling apart, and disaster was looming. The only question was how the disaster would be managed.

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]]> 1754 no Interview 34: Battle of Britain: Canadian Airmen in their Finest Hour with Ted Barris Battle of Britain by Ted Barris: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/battle-of-britain/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 60 Wesley Livesay Battle of Britain by Ted Barris: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/battle-of-britain/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Battle of Britain by Ted Barris: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/battle-of-britain/


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]]> 3157 no Interview 33: Midway: The Pacific War’s Most Famous Battle with Mark Stille Midway: The Pacific War's Most Famous Battle https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/midway-9781472862037/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 59 Wesley Livesay Midway: The Pacific War's Most Famous Battle https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/midway-9781472862037/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Midway: The Pacific War's Most Famous Battle https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/midway-9781472862037/



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]]> 1888 no Interview 32: Hero City: Leningrad 1943-44 with Prit Buttar Hero City: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/hero-city-9781472856609/ More books by Prit Buttar: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/author/prit-buttar/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 58 Wesley Livesay Hero City: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/hero-city-9781472856609/ More books by Prit Buttar: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/author/prit-buttar/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hero City: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/us/hero-city-9781472856609/

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]]> 2240 no Interview 31: Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich with Richard Evans Check out Hitler's People here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/653631/hitlers-people-by-richard-j-evans/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 57 Wesley Livesay Check out Hitler's People here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/653631/hitlers-people-by-richard-j-evans/ Ensure your data is private online at incogni.com/SWW and then use code SWW to get 60% off an annual plan. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Check out Hitler's People here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/653631/hitlers-people-by-richard-j-evans/


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]]> 1442 no 194: The Fall of France - Boulogne, Calais, and The Halt Order The channel ports were critical for the BEF, and the Germans knew it. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 56 Wesley Livesay The channel ports were critical for the BEF, and the Germans knew it. Come check out my keynote speech on the topic of Deception in February 2025: https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The channel ports were critical for the BEF, and the Germans knew it.

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]]> 1463 no 193: The Fall of France - Cut Off The British and French divisions that were cut off in Belgium had a real problem, and it was getting worse by the hour. https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 55 Wesley Livesay The British and French divisions that were cut off in Belgium had a real problem, and it was getting worse by the hour. https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Coupon Code: SECOND Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The British and French divisions that were cut off in Belgium had a real problem, and it was getting worse by the hour.

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]]> 1576 no Interview 30: Hell Let Loose with Matt White of Expression Games In this interview I was joined by Matt White, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Expression Games the developers of Hell Let Loose. Hell Let Loose is a grounded first person shooter which is based in the world of the Second World War. Hell Let Loose: https://www.hellletloose.com/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 54 Wesley Livesay In this interview I was joined by Matt White, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Expression Games the developers of Hell Let Loose. Hell Let Loose is a grounded first person shooter which is based in the world of the Second World War. Hell Let Loose: https://www.hellletloose.com/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this interview I was joined by Matt White, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Expression Games the developers of Hell Let Loose. Hell Let Loose is a grounded first person shooter which is based in the world of the Second World War.

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]]> 3369 no 192: The Fall of France - To The Coast! Things were going very badly for the French, but then the Germans gave them a bit of a breather. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 53 Wesley Livesay Things were going very badly for the French, but then the Germans gave them a bit of a breather. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Things were going very badly for the French, but then the Germans gave them a bit of a breather.


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]]> 1697 no 191: The Fall of France - Breakouts After the failure of the French counter attacks there was only one path forward, to the west. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 52 Wesley Livesay After the failure of the French counter attacks there was only one path forward, to the west. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the failure of the French counter attacks there was only one path forward, to the west.


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]]> 1673 no 190: The Fall of France - Stonne and Flavigny's Failure After the failures of the first counterattacks by forces available to Lafontaine, the French would have another opportunity, this time with 3 divisions under the command of General Flavigny. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 51 Wesley Livesay After the failures of the first counterattacks by forces available to Lafontaine, the French would have another opportunity, this time with 3 divisions under the command of General Flavigny. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the failures of the first counterattacks by forces available to Lafontaine, the French would have another opportunity, this time with 3 divisions under the command of General Flavigny.

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]]> 1700 no 189: The Fall of France - French Counterattacks of May 14 After the first failed counterattacks on the morning of May 14th, the French would attempt to launch another, far larger, effort in the afternoon. The key word in that sentence is "attempt". Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 50 Wesley Livesay After the first failed counterattacks on the morning of May 14th, the French would attempt to launch another, far larger, effort in the afternoon. The key word in that sentence is "attempt". Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the first failed counterattacks on the morning of May 14th, the French would attempt to launch another, far larger, effort in the afternoon. The key word in that sentence is "attempt".


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]]> 1505 no 188: The Fall of France - Reinhardt and Rommel Have you heard of this Rommel guy? He seems to always be doing things. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 49 Wesley Livesay Have you heard of this Rommel guy? He seems to always be doing things. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you heard of this Rommel guy? He seems to always be doing things.

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]]> 1523 no 187: The Fall of France - Crossing the Meuse Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 48 Wesley Livesay Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1585 no 186: The Fall of France - To the Meuse! A critical part of the German plan for the invasion of France was to reach the Meuse as quickly as possible. 10 Years of Podcasting Update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/10-years-of-107050529 Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 47 Wesley Livesay A critical part of the German plan for the invasion of France was to reach the Meuse as quickly as possible. 10 Years of Podcasting Update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/10-years-of-107050529 Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A critical part of the German plan for the invasion of France was to reach the Meuse as quickly as possible.


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]]> 1696 no 185: The Fall of France - Through the Ardennes While fighting was occurring to the north, it was through the Ardennes that the decisive German forces were moving. 10 Years of Podcasting Update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/10-years-of-107050529 Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 46 Wesley Livesay While fighting was occurring to the north, it was through the Ardennes that the decisive German forces were moving. 10 Years of Podcasting Update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/10-years-of-107050529 Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While fighting was occurring to the north, it was through the Ardennes that the decisive German forces were moving.

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]]> 1800 no 184: The Fall of France - Hannut and Gembloux As the Germans moved across central Belgium the exact kind of battle that the French Army had been anticipating for years occurred, and they did very well. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 45 Wesley Livesay As the Germans moved across central Belgium the exact kind of battle that the French Army had been anticipating for years occurred, and they did very well. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the Germans moved across central Belgium the exact kind of battle that the French Army had been anticipating for years occurred, and they did very well.

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]]> 1453 no 183: The Fall of France - The Invasion of Belgium The German invasion of Belgium would begin on the morning of May 10th. The Belgian army had one goal: to buy time until reinforcements could arrive. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 44 Wesley Livesay The German invasion of Belgium would begin on the morning of May 10th. The Belgian army had one goal: to buy time until reinforcements could arrive. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The German invasion of Belgium would begin on the morning of May 10th. The Belgian army had one goal: to buy time until reinforcements could arrive.

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]]> 1578 no 182: The Fall of France - The Invasion of the Netherlands On May 10th, 1940 there would be multiple countries invaded by the German military, the one that the podcast will cover first is The Netherlands. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 43 Wesley Livesay On May 10th, 1940 there would be multiple countries invaded by the German military, the one that the podcast will cover first is The Netherlands. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On May 10th, 1940 there would be multiple countries invaded by the German military, the one that the podcast will cover first is The Netherlands.


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]]> 1456 no 181: The Fall of France - Fall Gelb The original German plan for the invasion of France was safe, conservative, and downright boring. But then another plan appeared that was far more interesting. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 42 Wesley Livesay The original German plan for the invasion of France was safe, conservative, and downright boring. But then another plan appeared that was far more interesting. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The original German plan for the invasion of France was safe, conservative, and downright boring. But then another plan appeared that was far more interesting.

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]]> 1737 no 180: The Fall of France - French War Plans The French had been preparing for this moment since 1919, so what did they come up with? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 41 Wesley Livesay The French had been preparing for this moment since 1919, so what did they come up with? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The French had been preparing for this moment since 1919, so what did they come up with?

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]]> 1884 no 179: The Fall of France - Can We Fight Somewhere Else? Join British and French leaders as they spend roughly 8 months trying desperately to fight a war anywhere but eastern France. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 48 Wesley Livesay Join British and French leaders as they spend roughly 8 months trying desperately to fight a war anywhere but eastern France. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join British and French leaders as they spend roughly 8 months trying desperately to fight a war anywhere but eastern France.


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]]> 1672 no 178: The Fall of France - Preparations for War During the period of the Phoney War the French and British would frantically prepare for the war that they were already in. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 47 Wesley Livesay During the period of the Phoney War the French and British would frantically prepare for the war that they were already in. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the period of the Phoney War the French and British would frantically prepare for the war that they were already in.


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]]> 1432 no 177: The Fall of France - Playing the Long Game When they entered the war the British and French had a plan, they would fight a long war against Germany. This would allow them to take advantage of their worldwide empire and their control of the seas. Then after years of rearmament and preparations they would launch their attack. All they had to do was hold off the Germans for a few years while the German economy imploded, it was such an easy plan. It would fail. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 49 Wesley Livesay When they entered the war the British and French had a plan, they would fight a long war against Germany. This would allow them to take advantage of their worldwide empire and their control of the seas. Then after years of rearmament and preparations they would launch their attack. All they had to do was hold off the Germans for a few years while the German economy imploded, it was such an easy plan. It would fail. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When they entered the war the British and French had a plan, they would fight a long war against Germany. This would allow them to take advantage of their worldwide empire and their control of the seas. Then after years of rearmament and preparations they would launch their attack. All they had to do was hold off the Germans for a few years while the German economy imploded, it was such an easy plan. It would fail.


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]]> 1402 no Summary 3: The September Campaign This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the September Campaign series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 51 Wesley Livesay This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the September Campaign series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the September Campaign series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important.

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]]> 1562 no Summary 2: Germany Prepares for War This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Germany Prepares for War series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 50 Wesley Livesay This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Germany Prepares for War series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Germany Prepares for War series. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important.

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]]> 1915 no Summary 1: The Third Republic This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Third Republic series, and condense the entire series down into one roughly 25 minute episode. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:45:54 -0000 full 3 49 Wesley Livesay This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Third Republic series, and condense the entire series down into one roughly 25 minute episode. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a new series of episodes that are designed to solve one problem, this podcast is going to take a long time. One side effect of the amount of content the podcast needs to cover is that there are times when there is information from previous episodes or series that originally released years in the past which is now important background information for episodes that are about to release. This is where the summaries come in. Moving forward I will drop in a few summaries at appropriate times which will take a old series of episodes, in the case of today's episode the Third Republic series, and condense the entire series down into one roughly 25 minute episode. Obviously this will not have the detail level of the earlier episodes, but it will allow for the key facts and themes of the earlier episodes to be brought back into everybody's memories right before it is most important.

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]]> 1469 no 176: The Invasion of Norway - The End and Beginning of Norwegian Resistance The campaign was almost over, but for the people of Norway the war was just beginning. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 48 Wesley Livesay The campaign was almost over, but for the people of Norway the war was just beginning. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The campaign was almost over, but for the people of Norway the war was just beginning.


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]]> 1596 no 175: The Invasion of Norway - The Recapture of Narvik Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 47 Wesley Livesay Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1607 no 174: The Invasion of Norway - The Snows of Narvik In the areas around Narvik the fate of northern Norway would be decided. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 46 Wesley Livesay In the areas around Narvik the fate of northern Norway would be decided. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the areas around Narvik the fate of northern Norway would be decided.

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]]> 1360 no 173: The Invasion of Norway - "Your troops haven't been defeated!" While the Norwegians were trying to hold back the German attacks, they believed that help was on its way. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 45 Wesley Livesay While the Norwegians were trying to hold back the German attacks, they believed that help was on its way. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Norwegians were trying to hold back the German attacks, they believed that help was on its way.

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]]> 1633 no 172: The Invasion of Norway - Allied Reactions As the Germans invaded Norway, in Paris and London decisions had to be made about how to respond. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 44 Wesley Livesay As the Germans invaded Norway, in Paris and London decisions had to be made about how to respond. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the Germans invaded Norway, in Paris and London decisions had to be made about how to respond.

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]]> 1575 no 171: The Invasion of Norway - The Naval Battles of Narvik After the German assault on Narvik it was only a matter of time until the Royal Navy responded. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 43 Wesley Livesay After the German assault on Narvik it was only a matter of time until the Royal Navy responded. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the German assault on Narvik it was only a matter of time until the Royal Navy responded.

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]]> 1444 no 170: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 8 - Narvik While the German invasion was occurring in central and southern Norway, the northernmost German forces were going ashore at Narvik. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 42 Wesley Livesay While the German invasion was occurring in central and southern Norway, the northernmost German forces were going ashore at Narvik. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the German invasion was occurring in central and southern Norway, the northernmost German forces were going ashore at Narvik.


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]]> 1587 no 169: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 7 - Fight We Shall As news of the German invasion spread, the Norwegian government tried to determine what was happening and what they should do about it. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 41 Wesley Livesay As news of the German invasion spread, the Norwegian government tried to determine what was happening and what they should do about it. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As news of the German invasion spread, the Norwegian government tried to determine what was happening and what they should do about it.

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]]> 1583 no American History Tellers: The Underground Railroad Wondery’s podcast American History Tellers takes you to the events, times and people that shaped America and Americans — our values, our struggles and our dreams. In the early 1800s, slavery rapidly expanded across the American South. But each year, thousands of courageous enslaved men, women, and children fled their owners in search of freedom. And in Philadelphia, secret allies came to their aid. Quaker abolitionists collaborated with free Black people to bring the freedom seekers to safety. It was the start of the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network of activists, safe houses, and escape routes that would help tens of thousands of enslaved people flee bondage in the decades before the Civil War and challenge the very roots of American slavery. This is just a preview of American History Tellers. You can listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, or at Wondery.fm/AHTURHoSWW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Wondery’s podcast American History Tellers takes you to the events, times and people that shaped America and Americans — our values, our struggles and our dreams. In the early 1800s, slavery rapidly expanded across the American South. But each year, thousands of courageous enslaved men, women, and children fled their owners in search of freedom. And in Philadelphia, secret allies came to their aid. Quaker abolitionists collaborated with free Black people to bring the freedom seekers to safety. It was the start of the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network of activists, safe houses, and escape routes that would help tens of thousands of enslaved people flee bondage in the decades before the Civil War and challenge the very roots of American slavery. This is just a preview of American History Tellers. You can listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, or at Wondery.fm/AHTURHoSWW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wondery’s podcast American History Tellers takes you to the events, times and people that shaped America and Americans — our values, our struggles and our dreams.

In the early 1800s, slavery rapidly expanded across the American South. But each year, thousands of courageous enslaved men, women, and children fled their owners in search of freedom. And in Philadelphia, secret allies came to their aid. Quaker abolitionists collaborated with free Black people to bring the freedom seekers to safety.


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]]> 306 no 168: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 6 - The Battle for Oslofjord The German ships on their way to Oslo were in for a nasty surprise, courtesy of the Norwegian defenders of the fortress at Oscarsborg. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 40 Wesley Livesay The German ships on their way to Oslo were in for a nasty surprise, courtesy of the Norwegian defenders of the fortress at Oscarsborg. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The German ships on their way to Oslo were in for a nasty surprise, courtesy of the Norwegian defenders of the fortress at Oscarsborg.

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]]> 1663 no 167: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 5 - Denmark, Kristiansand, Sola, and Trondheim The German invasion would begin with disconnected attacks which forced individual units in several areas to make critical decisions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 39 Wesley Livesay The German invasion would begin with disconnected attacks which forced individual units in several areas to make critical decisions. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The German invasion would begin with disconnected attacks which forced individual units in several areas to make critical decisions.

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]]> 1462 no 166: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 4 - The Gallant Glowworm With British and German ships both sailing off the coast of Norway, at some point they were going to run into one another. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 38 Wesley Livesay With British and German ships both sailing off the coast of Norway, at some point they were going to run into one another. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With British and German ships both sailing off the coast of Norway, at some point they were going to run into one another.

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]]> 1377 no 165: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 3 - Operation Weserübung The Germans would quickly put together a plan to invade Norway after realizing that the British might get there first. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 37 Wesley Livesay The Germans would quickly put together a plan to invade Norway after realizing that the British might get there first. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Germans would quickly put together a plan to invade Norway after realizing that the British might get there first.

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]]> 1808 no 164: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 2 - British and French Invasion Plans The German military would invade Norway in April 1940, but not before the British and French came very close to beating them. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 36 Wesley Livesay The German military would invade Norway in April 1940, but not before the British and French came very close to beating them. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The German military would invade Norway in April 1940, but not before the British and French came very close to beating them.


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]]> 1476 no 163: The Invasion of Norway Pt. 1 - The Altmark Incident Before the German invasion of Norway, the Altmark reenters the podcast as the centerpiece of an international incident. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 35 Wesley Livesay Before the German invasion of Norway, the Altmark reenters the podcast as the centerpiece of an international incident. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Before the German invasion of Norway, the Altmark reenters the podcast as the centerpiece of an international incident.

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]]> 1525 no 162: The Early War at Sea Pt. 12 - The 1940 Sea Change In June 1940 the war at sea was about to change. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 38 Wesley Livesay In June 1940 the war at sea was about to change. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In June 1940 the war at sea was about to change.


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]]> 1407 no 161: The Early War at Sea Pt. 11 - Never Enough Boats U-boats in Scapa Flow! Wolfpacks on the prowl! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 37 Wesley Livesay U-boats in Scapa Flow! Wolfpacks on the prowl! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices U-boats in Scapa Flow! Wolfpacks on the prowl!


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]]> 1378 no 160: The Early War at Sea Pt. 10 - Opening U-Boat Moves When the war started the German U-boats were already prepared to play their part. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 36 Wesley Livesay When the war started the German U-boats were already prepared to play their part. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When the war started the German U-boats were already prepared to play their part.

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]]> 1702 no 159: The Early War at Sea Pt. 9 - Finding U-Boats The threat that the U-Boats posed was well known after the First World War, so how did the British plan to protect their trade from them? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 35 Wesley Livesay The threat that the U-Boats posed was well known after the First World War, so how did the British plan to protect their trade from them? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The threat that the U-Boats posed was well known after the First World War, so how did the British plan to protect their trade from them?

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]]> 1852 158: The Early War at Sea Pt. 8 - The End of the Admiral Graf Spee After being sighted by the British cruisers under Captain Harwood, it was only a matter of time before the story of the Admiral Graf Spee came to an end. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 34 Wesley Livesay After being sighted by the British cruisers under Captain Harwood, it was only a matter of time before the story of the Admiral Graf Spee came to an end. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After being sighted by the British cruisers under Captain Harwood, it was only a matter of time before the story of the Admiral Graf Spee came to an end.

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]]> 1974 157: The Early War at Sea Pt. 7 - Admiral Graf Spee on a Rampage For a few weeks the Admiral Graf Spee would be on a rampage in the South Atlantic. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 33 Wesley Livesay For a few weeks the Admiral Graf Spee would be on a rampage in the South Atlantic. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For a few weeks the Admiral Graf Spee would be on a rampage in the South Atlantic.

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]]> 1389 no 156: The Early War at Sea Pt. 6 - Panzerschiffe The Germans would have their surface raiders in position even before the war started. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 32 Wesley Livesay The Germans would have their surface raiders in position even before the war started. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Germans would have their surface raiders in position even before the war started.

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]]> 1587 no 155: The Early War at Sea Pt. 5 - Danger Above and Below From above soared the bombers from below floated the mines. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 3 31 Wesley Livesay From above soared the bombers from below floated the mines. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices From above soared the bombers from below floated the mines.

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]]> 1418 no 154: The Early War at Sea Pt. 4 - Opening Moves When the war started in Poland, so did the war at sea. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 30 Wesley Livesay When the war started in Poland, so did the war at sea. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When the war started in Poland, so did the war at sea.

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]]> 1510 no Introducing AUSA’s Army Matters podcast AUSA’s Army Matters podcast amplifies the voices of the Total Army – one story at a time. Join hosts LTG (Ret.) Les Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey every other Wednesday as they interview the modern chroniclers of the Army experience to discuss inspiring leadership stories, current issues faced by Soldiers and our military families’ journeys. Start listening now wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:05:00 -0000 Introducing AUSA’s Army Matters podcast full Wesley Livesay AUSA’s Army Matters podcast amplifies the voices of the Total Army – one story at a time. Join hosts LTG (Ret.) Les Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey every other Wednesday as they interview the modern chroniclers of the Army experience to discuss inspiring leadership stories, current issues faced by Soldiers and our military families’ journeys. Start listening now wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices AUSA’s Army Matters podcast amplifies the voices of the Total Army – one story at a time.


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]]> 104 153: The Early War at Sea Pt. 3 - The Kriegsmarine The leaders of the Kriegsmarine did not want to repeat the mistakes of the last war, so what did they want to do? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 29 Wesley Livesay The leaders of the Kriegsmarine did not want to repeat the mistakes of the last war, so what did they want to do? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The leaders of the Kriegsmarine did not want to repeat the mistakes of the last war, so what did they want to do?


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]]> 1697 no 152: The Early War at Sea Pt. 2 - Building Big British Battleships This week the narrative takes a bit of a detour into conversations of the British shipbuilding industry during the interwar years. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 28 Wesley Livesay This week the narrative takes a bit of a detour into conversations of the British shipbuilding industry during the interwar years. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week the narrative takes a bit of a detour into conversations of the British shipbuilding industry during the interwar years.

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]]> 1898 no 151: The Early War at Sea Pt. 1 - All Around the World We start the discussions about the naval war with the largest navy in the world: The Royal Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 27 Wesley Livesay We start the discussions about the naval war with the largest navy in the world: The Royal Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We start the discussions about the naval war with the largest navy in the world: The Royal Navy.

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]]> 1529 no Preview 12: Treaty Cruisers This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses one of the lasting legacies of the of the Washington Naval Treaties, the class of ships that would come to be known as Treaty Cruisers. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 26 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses one of the lasting legacies of the of the Washington Naval Treaties, the class of ships that would come to be known as Treaty Cruisers. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses one of the lasting legacies of the of the Washington Naval Treaties, the class of ships that would come to be known as Treaty Cruisers.

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]]> 1712 no Preview 11: The Washington Naval Treaty This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the Washington Naval Treaty, why it was signed, and some of the impacts it had on navies around the world. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 25 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the Washington Naval Treaty, why it was signed, and some of the impacts it had on navies around the world. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the Washington Naval Treaty, why it was signed, and some of the impacts it had on navies around the world.

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]]> 1966 no Interview 29: Leyte Gulf: A New History of the World's Largest Sea Battle with Mark Stille You can find more information about Mark's book here: https://ospreypublishing.com/us/leyte-gulf-9781472851727/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 3 24 Wesley Livesay You can find more information about Mark's book here: https://ospreypublishing.com/us/leyte-gulf-9781472851727/ Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices You can find more information about Mark's book here: https://ospreypublishing.com/us/leyte-gulf-9781472851727/

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]]> 2477 no Preview 10: The Imperial Japanese Navy This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Imperial Japanese Navy after the First World War and the views of Japanese naval leaders. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 23 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Imperial Japanese Navy after the First World War and the views of Japanese naval leaders. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Imperial Japanese Navy after the First World War and the views of Japanese naval leaders.

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]]> 1362 no Preview 9: The Victorious Royal Navy This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Royal Navy after the end of the First World War to set up discussions around the creation of the Washington Naval Treaty. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 22 Wesley Livesay This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Royal Navy after the end of the First World War to set up discussions around the creation of the Washington Naval Treaty. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode sees another previously member only episode released on the main feed. This episode discusses the state of the Royal Navy after the end of the First World War to set up discussions around the creation of the Washington Naval Treaty.

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]]> 1621 no 150: The Winter War Pt. 8 - The End As February turned into March, the desire of the Finns to find a way out of the war would finally succeed. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 21 Wesley Livesay As February turned into March, the desire of the Finns to find a way out of the war would finally succeed. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As February turned into March, the desire of the Finns to find a way out of the war would finally succeed.

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]]> 1728 no 149: The Winter War Pt. 7 - The Isthmus Grind In early 1940 Timoshenko and Zhukov would arrive, it was time for the Red Army to get serious. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 20 Wesley Livesay In early 1940 Timoshenko and Zhukov would arrive, it was time for the Red Army to get serious. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In early 1940 Timoshenko and Zhukov would arrive, it was time for the Red Army to get serious.

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]]> 1476 no 148: The Winter War Pt. 6 - The War in the North During the December 1939 and January 1940 there was fighting occurring all over Finland north of Lake Ladoga. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 19 Wesley Livesay During the December 1939 and January 1940 there was fighting occurring all over Finland north of Lake Ladoga. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the December 1939 and January 1940 there was fighting occurring all over Finland north of Lake Ladoga.

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]]> 1547 no 147: The Winter War Pt. 5 - Suomussalmi One of the most famous battles of the entire war would be fought in northern Finland in late December. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 18 Wesley Livesay One of the most famous battles of the entire war would be fought in northern Finland in late December. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices One of the most famous battles of the entire war would be fought in northern Finland in late December.


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]]> 1728 no 146: The Winter War Pt. 4 - Tolvajärvi North of Lake Ladoga, near Tolvajärvi the first successful Finnish counter attack would be launched. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 17 Wesley Livesay North of Lake Ladoga, near Tolvajärvi the first successful Finnish counter attack would be launched. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices North of Lake Ladoga, near Tolvajärvi the first successful Finnish counter attack would be launched.


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]]> 1569 no Member Preview 8: Shattered Sword In a break from the Winter War series, here is an episode from the Member Archives, discussing what is one my top Second World War reading recommendations. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 16 Wesley Livesay In a break from the Winter War series, here is an episode from the Member Archives, discussing what is one my top Second World War reading recommendations. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In a break from the Winter War series, here is an episode from the Member Archives, discussing what is one my top Second World War reading recommendations.

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]]> 1436 145: The Winter War Pt. 3 - The Attack Begins On November 30th, 1939 the first bombers would appear over Helsinki. The Winter War had started. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 15 Wesley Livesay On November 30th, 1939 the first bombers would appear over Helsinki. The Winter War had started. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On November 30th, 1939 the first bombers would appear over Helsinki. The Winter War had started.

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]]> 1791 no 144: The Winter War Pt. 2 - Plans The Winter War was starting, how did both sides plan to fight the war? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 14 Wesley Livesay The Winter War was starting, how did both sides plan to fight the war? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Winter War was starting, how did both sides plan to fight the war?


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]]> 1606 no 143: The Winter War Pt. 1 - Nordic Defiance After the negotiations with the Baltic nations, the Soviet Union turned its eye northward with the hope of another easy diplomatic victory. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jul 2023 11:48:00 -0000 full 3 99 Wesley Livesay After the negotiations with the Baltic nations, the Soviet Union turned its eye northward with the hope of another easy diplomatic victory. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the negotiations with the Baltic nations, the Soviet Union turned its eye northward with the hope of another easy diplomatic victory.

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]]> 1506 no 142: The Baltic Takeover While the Second World War was ongoing elsewhere in Europe, the Soviet leaders would use the distraction to achieve a few of their longstanding goals in the Baltic. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 12 Wesley Livesay While the Second World War was ongoing elsewhere in Europe, the Soviet leaders would use the distraction to achieve a few of their longstanding goals in the Baltic. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Second World War was ongoing elsewhere in Europe, the Soviet leaders would use the distraction to achieve a few of their longstanding goals in the Baltic.

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]]> 1272 no 141: The Soviet Union Pt. 11 - By Air and By Sea The Five Year Plans were important to the Red Army, they would also be very important to the Soviet Air Force and Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 11 Wesley Livesay The Five Year Plans were important to the Red Army, they would also be very important to the Soviet Air Force and Navy. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Five Year Plans were important to the Red Army, they would also be very important to the Soviet Air Force and Navy.

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]]> 1632 no 140: The Soviet Union Pt. 10 - The Red Army How was the Red Army preparing for war? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Jun 2023 21:36:48 -0000 full 3 10 Wesley Livesay How was the Red Army preparing for war? Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices How was the Red Army preparing for war?

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]]> 1599 no 139: The Soviet Union Pt. 9 - The Military Purges The military would not escape the purges. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 9 Wesley Livesay The military would not escape the purges. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The military would not escape the purges.


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]]> 1382 no 138: The Soviet Union Pt. 8 - The Great Purges It was time to clean house. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 8 Wesley Livesay It was time to clean house. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It was time to clean house.


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]]> 1301 no 137: The Soviet Union Pt. 7 - The Other Five Year Plans After the first Five Year Plan, there were two more! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 7 Wesley Livesay After the first Five Year Plan, there were two more! Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the first Five Year Plan, there were two more!

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]]> 1586 no 136: The Soviet Union Pt. 6 - Holodomor Eventually the agricultural areas of the Soviet Union would hit a breaking point, people were dying from starvation and something had to change. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 6 Wesley Livesay Eventually the agricultural areas of the Soviet Union would hit a breaking point, people were dying from starvation and something had to change. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Eventually the agricultural areas of the Soviet Union would hit a breaking point, people were dying from starvation and something had to change.

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]]> 1620 no 135: The Soviet Union Pt. 5 - Collectivization in Action This episode will dive into what collectivization looked like in practice and the impact it had on those in the countryside. United24: https://u24.gov.ua/ Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 5 Wesley Livesay This episode will dive into what collectivization looked like in practice and the impact it had on those in the countryside. United24: https://u24.gov.ua/ Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode will dive into what collectivization looked like in practice and the impact it had on those in the countryside.

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]]> 1497 no 134: The Soviet Union Pt. 4 - Collectivization Collectivization was the path forward for Soviet agriculture, regardless of whether not the people actually wanted it. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 4 Wesley Livesay Collectivization was the path forward for Soviet agriculture, regardless of whether not the people actually wanted it. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Collectivization was the path forward for Soviet agriculture, regardless of whether not the people actually wanted it.

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]]> 1636 no 133: The Soviet Union Pt. 3 - The First Five Year Plan Massive economic changes are hard, but that would not prevent the Soviet Union from trying. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:42:17 -0000 full 3 3 Wesley Livesay Massive economic changes are hard, but that would not prevent the Soviet Union from trying. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Massive economic changes are hard, but that would not prevent the Soviet Union from trying.

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]]> 1560 no 132: The Soviet Union Pt. 2 - Stalin Comes to Power Stalin rises to complete power in the Soviet Union, and the Red Army goes through major changes during the 1920s. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:37:00 -0000 full 3 2 Wesley Livesay Stalin rises to complete power in the Soviet Union, and the Red Army goes through major changes during the 1920s. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Stalin rises to complete power in the Soviet Union, and the Red Army goes through major changes during the 1920s.

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]]> 1561 no 131: The Soviet Union Pt. 1 - The Man from Saqartvelo Season 3 begins with the story of a young man from Georgia, Joseph Stalin. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 3 1 Wesley Livesay Season 3 begins with the story of a young man from Georgia, Joseph Stalin. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Season 3 begins with the story of a young man from Georgia, Joseph Stalin.

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]]> 1675 no Member Preview 7: Reichswehr Pt. 3 https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 2 76 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1633 no Member Preview 6: Reichswehr Pt. 2 https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 01 Apr 2023 13:52:46 -0000 full 2 75 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1421 no Member Preview 5: Reichswehr Pt. 1 https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 2 74 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1629 no Member Preview 4: Polish-German Documents https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 2 73 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1524 Member Preview 3: German-Soviet Relations https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:34:28 -0000 full 2 72 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1499 no Member Preview 2: The British Blue Book https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 71 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/

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]]> 1559 no Member Preview 1: The French Yellow Book https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 70 Wesley Livesay https://www.historyoftheworldwars.com/the-podcast-in-2023/ https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1745 no 130: The September Campaign Pt. 22 - The Long War Ahead Even though the September Campaign was over, for the people of Poland the war had just begun. https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 69 Wesley Livesay Even though the September Campaign was over, for the people of Poland the war had just begun. https://surveymonkey.com/r/airwave Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Even though the September Campaign was over, for the people of Poland the war had just begun.

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]]> 1517 no 129: The September Campaign Pt. 21 - The End The September Campaign was over, this episode evaluates the performance of some of its participants. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 68 Wesley Livesay The September Campaign was over, this episode evaluates the performance of some of its participants. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The September Campaign was over, this episode evaluates the performance of some of its participants.

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]]> 1637 no 128: The September Campaign Pt. 20 - The Last Surrenders In the last days of September and early October the final organized resistance in Poland ended. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 67 Wesley Livesay In the last days of September and early October the final organized resistance in Poland ended. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the last days of September and early October the final organized resistance in Poland ended.

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]]> 1425 no 127: The September Campaign Pt. 19 - The Fall of Warsaw In the final days of September the Capital of Poland would finally surrender to German troops. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 66 Wesley Livesay In the final days of September the Capital of Poland would finally surrender to German troops. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the final days of September the Capital of Poland would finally surrender to German troops.

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]]> 1404 no 126: The September Campaign Pt. 18 - Mopping Up After the invasion by the Soviet Union, for the remaining pockets of resistance all over Poland it was only a matter of time. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:57:35 -0000 full 2 65 Wesley Livesay After the invasion by the Soviet Union, for the remaining pockets of resistance all over Poland it was only a matter of time. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the invasion by the Soviet Union, for the remaining pockets of resistance all over Poland it was only a matter of time.

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]]> 1471 no 125: The September Campaign Pt. 17 - A War on Two Fronts Just when it looked like things could not get worse for Poland the Soviets would invade. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 64 Wesley Livesay Just when it looked like things could not get worse for Poland the Soviets would invade. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just when it looked like things could not get worse for Poland the Soviets would invade.


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]]> 1650 no 124: The September Campaign Pt. 16 - The Advance on Warsaw By the end of the second week of the invasion the Germans were closing in on Warsaw. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 63 Wesley Livesay By the end of the second week of the invasion the Germans were closing in on Warsaw. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices By the end of the second week of the invasion the Germans were closing in on Warsaw.


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]]> 1446 no 123: The September Campaign Pt. 15 - Battle of the Bzura With the Polish defense collapsing throughout Poland, on September 9th the remnants of Army Poznan and Pomorze would launch Poland's largest counterattack of the campaign. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jan 2023 03:56:02 -0000 full 2 62 Wesley Livesay With the Polish defense collapsing throughout Poland, on September 9th the remnants of Army Poznan and Pomorze would launch Poland's largest counterattack of the campaign. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With the Polish defense collapsing throughout Poland, on September 9th the remnants of Army Poznan and Pomorze would launch Poland's largest counterattack of the campaign. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1306 no 122: The September Campaign Pt. 14 - Collapse While they now had allies in the war against Germany, things were not going well in Poland. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 61 Wesley Livesay While they now had allies in the war against Germany, things were not going well in Poland. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While they now had allies in the war against Germany, things were not going well in Poland.


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]]> 1658 no 121: The September Campaign Pt. 13 - A Disappointing Start With the British and French now in the war they could come to the rescue of the Poles....maybe? British Cabinet Papers: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/cabinetpapers/cabinet-gov/cab65-second-world-war-conclusions.htm Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 60 Wesley Livesay With the British and French now in the war they could come to the rescue of the Poles....maybe? British Cabinet Papers: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/cabinetpapers/cabinet-gov/cab65-second-world-war-conclusions.htm Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With the British and French now in the war they could come to the rescue of the Poles....maybe?

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]]> 1522 no 120: The September Campaign Pt. 12 - Poland's Allies After the start of the German invasion, Poland would place their faith in their allies of Western Europe who would not immediately enter the war. Discussion of the change in the Membership Program: https://www.patreon.com/posts/time-for-change-74730428 Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 59 Wesley Livesay After the start of the German invasion, Poland would place their faith in their allies of Western Europe who would not immediately enter the war. Discussion of the change in the Membership Program: https://www.patreon.com/posts/time-for-change-74730428 Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the start of the German invasion, Poland would place their faith in their allies of Western Europe who would not immediately enter the war.


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]]> 2113 no 119: The September Campaign Pt. 11 - The Southern Front In Southern Poland the most important target of the German invasion was Krakow. Discussion of the change in the Membership Program: https://www.patreon.com/posts/time-for-change-74730428 Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 58 Wesley Livesay In Southern Poland the most important target of the German invasion was Krakow. Discussion of the change in the Membership Program: https://www.patreon.com/posts/time-for-change-74730428 Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Southern Poland the most important target of the German invasion was Krakow.


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]]> 1496 no 118: The September Campaign Pt. 10 - The Central Front The primary point of German focus would be an attack by Army Group South targeting the area between Army Poznan and Army Lodz. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 57 Wesley Livesay The primary point of German focus would be an attack by Army Group South targeting the area between Army Poznan and Army Lodz. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The primary point of German focus would be an attack by Army Group South targeting the area between Army Poznan and Army Lodz.

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]]> 1623 no 117: The September Campaign Pt. 9 - Army Pomorze In the Polish Corridor Army Pomorze had the unenviable task of defending not just an attack by one, but two, German armies. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 56 Wesley Livesay In the Polish Corridor Army Pomorze had the unenviable task of defending not just an attack by one, but two, German armies. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the Polish Corridor Army Pomorze had the unenviable task of defending not just an attack by one, but two, German armies.

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]]> 1484 no 116: The September Campaign Pt. 8 - Danzig and Army Modlin We begin our story of the defense of Poland by starting in the north with the hopeless defense of Danzig and the Baltic sea coast before moving further east to Army Modlin north of Warsaw. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:35:46 -0000 full 2 55 Wesley Livesay We begin our story of the defense of Poland by starting in the north with the hopeless defense of Danzig and the Baltic sea coast before moving further east to Army Modlin north of Warsaw. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We begin our story of the defense of Poland by starting in the north with the hopeless defense of Danzig and the Baltic sea coast before moving further east to Army Modlin north of Warsaw.


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]]> 1799 no 115: The September Campaign Pt. 7 - September 1, 1939 September 1, 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 54 Wesley Livesay September 1, 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices September 1, 1939.

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]]> 1599 no 114: The September Campaign Pt. 6 - The Last Days of Peace On August 31st Europe was just hours away from the Second German Invasion of Poland. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 53 Wesley Livesay On August 31st Europe was just hours away from the Second German Invasion of Poland. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On August 31st Europe was just hours away from the Second German Invasion of Poland.


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]]> 1555 no 113: The September Campaign Pt. 5 - Panzers A brief look at some of the equipment and organization of the German Army that would move into Poland in September 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 52 Wesley Livesay A brief look at some of the equipment and organization of the German Army that would move into Poland in September 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief look at some of the equipment and organization of the German Army that would move into Poland in September 1939.


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]]> 1814 no 112: The September Campaign Pt. 4 - Fall Weiss We have talked quite a bit about Poland the last few episodes, time to check in on the Germans. Sources mentioned in the last few minutes of the episode: Unsigned Memorandum: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/200/mode/2up 170th Day of Trial of German Major War Criminals: http://nizkor.com/hweb/imt/tgmwc/tgmwc-18/tgmwc-18-170-03.shtml Colonel General Halder Notes: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/556/mode/2up?view=theater Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 51 Wesley Livesay We have talked quite a bit about Poland the last few episodes, time to check in on the Germans. Sources mentioned in the last few minutes of the episode: Unsigned Memorandum: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/200/mode/2up 170th Day of Trial of German Major War Criminals: http://nizkor.com/hweb/imt/tgmwc/tgmwc-18/tgmwc-18-170-03.shtml Colonel General Halder Notes: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/556/mode/2up?view=theater Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We have talked quite a bit about Poland the last few episodes, time to check in on the Germans.


Sources mentioned in the last few minutes of the episode:

Unsigned Memorandum: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/200/mode/2up

170th Day of Trial of German Major War Criminals: http://nizkor.com/hweb/imt/tgmwc/tgmwc-18/tgmwc-18-170-03.shtml

Colonel General Halder Notes: https://archive.org/details/documentsongerma0007unse/page/556/mode/2up?view=theater


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]]> 1568 no 111: The September Campaign Pt. 3 - Justifiable Bad Choices Due to the reality of Poland's position in 1939, there were no great options, and the actions of others would force them into an even worse position. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 50 Wesley Livesay Due to the reality of Poland's position in 1939, there were no great options, and the actions of others would force them into an even worse position. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Due to the reality of Poland's position in 1939, there were no great options, and the actions of others would force them into an even worse position.


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]]> 1435 no 110: The September Campaign Pt. 2 - Polish Rearmament Throughout the 1930s Poland would prepare for war. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:31:36 -0000 full 2 49 Wesley Livesay Throughout the 1930s Poland would prepare for war. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Throughout the 1930s Poland would prepare for war.


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]]> 1543 no 109: The September Campaign Pt. 1 - Poland On September 1, 1939 the German Wehrmacht would begin their invasion of Poland. But before we get there, we need to look at Interwar Poland. During this episode we will look at developments in Polish internal politics and foreign relations. Sources:  - Case White: The Invasion of Poland 1939 by Rober Forczyk - Poland 1939: The Outbreak of World War II by Roger Moorhouse - Appeasement: Chamberlain, Hitler, Churchill and the Road to War by Tim Bouverie - The Origins of the Second World War: An International Perspective Edited by Frank McDonough - The Polish Campaign 1939 by Steven Zaloga and Victor Madej - The Foreign Policy of Jozef Pilsudski and Jozef Beck, 1926-1939: Misconceptions and Interpretations by Anna M. Cienciala - The French Government and the Danzig Crisis: The Italian Dimension by P.R. Stafford - Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner - Macht Arbeit Frei? Chapter: The War against Poland and the Beginning of German Economic Policy in the Occupied Territory by Witold Wojciech Medykowski - Poland Between the Wars, 1918-1939 Edited by Peter D. Stachura - Poland's Preparation for World War Two by Michael Alfred Peszke - The Rebirth and Progress of the Polish Military During the Interwar Years by Jacek Czarnecki - The Eastern Pact, 1933-1935: A Last Attempt at European Co-operation by Lisanne Radice (1977) - The Lights that Failed: European International History 1919-1933 by Zara Steiner - Agreement of Mutual Assistance between the United Kingdom and Poland, August 25, 1939. - Blitzkrieg Unleashed by Richard Hargreaves - The Great Powers and Poland: From Versailles to Yalta by Jan Karski - The History of the Panzerwaffe Volume 1: 1939-42 by Thomas Anderson - September Storm: The German Invasion of Poland by Gordon Rottman & Stephen Andrew - Britain and Poland, 1939-1943: The Betrayed Ally by Anita J. Prazmowska - March 1939: The British Guarantee to Poland - A Study in the Continuity of British Foreign Policy by Simon Newman (1976) - Poland 1939: The birth of Blitzkrieg by Steven J. Zaloga - The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer - Various Documents from the British Cabinet Papers, particularly CAB 55/19/15, CAB 65/1, CAB 65/3, and CAB 66/1 - Documents on German Foreign Policy 1918-1945 - Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner - The British War Blue Book: Documents Concerning German-Polish Relations and the Outbreak of Hostilities Between Great Britain and Germany on September 3, 1939 - The French Yellow Book: Diplomatic Documents (1938-1939) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 04 Sep 2022 12:23:02 -0000 full 2 48 Wesley Livesay On September 1, 1939 the German Wehrmacht would begin their invasion of Poland. But before we get there, we need to look at Interwar Poland. During this episode we will look at developments in Polish internal politics and foreign relations. Sources:  - Case White: The Invasion of Poland 1939 by Rober Forczyk - Poland 1939: The Outbreak of World War II by Roger Moorhouse - Appeasement: Chamberlain, Hitler, Churchill and the Road to War by Tim Bouverie - The Origins of the Second World War: An International Perspective Edited by Frank McDonough - The Polish Campaign 1939 by Steven Zaloga and Victor Madej - The Foreign Policy of Jozef Pilsudski and Jozef Beck, 1926-1939: Misconceptions and Interpretations by Anna M. Cienciala - The French Government and the Danzig Crisis: The Italian Dimension by P.R. Stafford - Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner - Macht Arbeit Frei? Chapter: The War against Poland and the Beginning of German Economic Policy in the Occupied Territory by Witold Wojciech Medykowski - Poland Between the Wars, 1918-1939 Edited by Peter D. Stachura - Poland's Preparation for World War Two by Michael Alfred Peszke - The Rebirth and Progress of the Polish Military During the Interwar Years by Jacek Czarnecki - The Eastern Pact, 1933-1935: A Last Attempt at European Co-operation by Lisanne Radice (1977) - The Lights that Failed: European International History 1919-1933 by Zara Steiner - Agreement of Mutual Assistance between the United Kingdom and Poland, August 25, 1939. - Blitzkrieg Unleashed by Richard Hargreaves - The Great Powers and Poland: From Versailles to Yalta by Jan Karski - The History of the Panzerwaffe Volume 1: 1939-42 by Thomas Anderson - September Storm: The German Invasion of Poland by Gordon Rottman & Stephen Andrew - Britain and Poland, 1939-1943: The Betrayed Ally by Anita J. Prazmowska - March 1939: The British Guarantee to Poland - A Study in the Continuity of British Foreign Policy by Simon Newman (1976) - Poland 1939: The birth of Blitzkrieg by Steven J. Zaloga - The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer - Various Documents from the British Cabinet Papers, particularly CAB 55/19/15, CAB 65/1, CAB 65/3, and CAB 66/1 - Documents on German Foreign Policy 1918-1945 - Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner - The British War Blue Book: Documents Concerning German-Polish Relations and the Outbreak of Hostilities Between Great Britain and Germany on September 3, 1939 - The French Yellow Book: Diplomatic Documents (1938-1939) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On September 1, 1939 the German Wehrmacht would begin their invasion of Poland. But before we get there, we need to look at Interwar Poland. During this episode we will look at developments in Polish internal politics and foreign relations.


Sources: 

- Case White: The Invasion of Poland 1939 by Rober Forczyk

- Poland 1939: The Outbreak of World War II by Roger Moorhouse

- Appeasement: Chamberlain, Hitler, Churchill and the Road to War by Tim Bouverie

- The Origins of the Second World War: An International Perspective Edited by Frank McDonough

- The Polish Campaign 1939 by Steven Zaloga and Victor Madej

- The Foreign Policy of Jozef Pilsudski and Jozef Beck, 1926-1939: Misconceptions and Interpretations by Anna M. Cienciala

- The French Government and the Danzig Crisis: The Italian Dimension by P.R. Stafford

- Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner

- Macht Arbeit Frei? Chapter: The War against Poland and the Beginning of German Economic Policy in the Occupied Territory by Witold Wojciech Medykowski

- Poland Between the Wars, 1918-1939 Edited by Peter D. Stachura

- Poland's Preparation for World War Two by Michael Alfred Peszke

- The Rebirth and Progress of the Polish Military During the Interwar Years by Jacek Czarnecki

- The Eastern Pact, 1933-1935: A Last Attempt at European Co-operation by Lisanne Radice (1977)

- The Lights that Failed: European International History 1919-1933 by Zara Steiner

- Agreement of Mutual Assistance between the United Kingdom and Poland, August 25, 1939.

- Blitzkrieg Unleashed by Richard Hargreaves

- The Great Powers and Poland: From Versailles to Yalta by Jan Karski

- The History of the Panzerwaffe Volume 1: 1939-42 by Thomas Anderson

- September Storm: The German Invasion of Poland by Gordon Rottman & Stephen Andrew

- Britain and Poland, 1939-1943: The Betrayed Ally by Anita J. Prazmowska

- March 1939: The British Guarantee to Poland - A Study in the Continuity of British Foreign Policy by Simon Newman (1976)

- Poland 1939: The birth of Blitzkrieg by Steven J. Zaloga

- The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer

- Various Documents from the British Cabinet Papers, particularly CAB 55/19/15, CAB 65/1, CAB 65/3, and CAB 66/1

- Documents on German Foreign Policy 1918-1945

- Reflections from Rumania and Beyond: Marshal Smigly-Rydz in Exile by Stanley S. Seidner

- The British War Blue Book: Documents Concerning German-Polish Relations and the Outbreak of Hostilities Between Great Britain and Germany on September 3, 1939

- The French Yellow Book: Diplomatic Documents (1938-1939)

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]]> 1577 no 108: Interwar Reflections It has been 107 episodes, so for one episode I will take a step back and try and summarize some of the themes and events of all of the Interwar episodes before we jump into the fighting in Europe in September 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Aug 2022 02:11:21 -0000 full 2 47 Wesley Livesay It has been 107 episodes, so for one episode I will take a step back and try and summarize some of the themes and events of all of the Interwar episodes before we jump into the fighting in Europe in September 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It has been 107 episodes, so for one episode I will take a step back and try and summarize some of the themes and events of all of the Interwar episodes before we jump into the fighting in Europe in September 1939.

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]]> 1766 no 107: Highway to the Danger Zone Pt. 5 - Gonna Take It Right Into the Danger Zone On August 23rd an important step would be taken that would completely shift the balance of power in Europe: Germany and the Soviet Union had signed a nonaggression pact. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 46 Wesley Livesay On August 23rd an important step would be taken that would completely shift the balance of power in Europe: Germany and the Soviet Union had signed a nonaggression pact. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On August 23rd an important step would be taken that would completely shift the balance of power in Europe: Germany and the Soviet Union had signed a nonaggression pact.

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]]> 1443 no 106: Highway to the Danger Zone Pt. 4 - The Hotter the Intensity There was always the option of getting the band back together, the three amigos joining forces once again to fighter Germany. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 45 Wesley Livesay There was always the option of getting the band back together, the three amigos joining forces once again to fighter Germany. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There was always the option of getting the band back together, the three amigos joining forces once again to fighter Germany.

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]]> 1573 no 105: Highway to the Danger Zone Pt. 3 - The Further on the Edge Everybody was preparing for war in their own way Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 44 Wesley Livesay Everybody was preparing for war in their own way Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Everybody was preparing for war in their own way


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]]> 1414 no 104: Highway to the Danger Zone Pt. 2 - Always Where I Burn to Be In the years before the war Italy would bring itself closer and closer into the German orbit, but then as the war began it would back away. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 43 Wesley Livesay In the years before the war Italy would bring itself closer and closer into the German orbit, but then as the war began it would back away. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the years before the war Italy would bring itself closer and closer into the German orbit, but then as the war began it would back away.

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]]> 1425 no 103: Highway to the Danger Zone Pt. 1 - Out Along the Edges All around Europe smaller nations would be stuck in a rough spot. Also, at sea replenishment? Amphibious operations? Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 42 Wesley Livesay All around Europe smaller nations would be stuck in a rough spot. Also, at sea replenishment? Amphibious operations? Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices All around Europe smaller nations would be stuck in a rough spot. Also, at sea replenishment? Amphibious operations?

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]]> 1426 no 102: Nomonhan Pt. 4 - Disaster on the Holsten In August 1939, the Red Army would unleash an offensive that the Japanese did not expect, and would be incapable of defending against. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 41 Wesley Livesay In August 1939, the Red Army would unleash an offensive that the Japanese did not expect, and would be incapable of defending against. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In August 1939, the Red Army would unleash an offensive that the Japanese did not expect, and would be incapable of defending against.


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]]> 1578 no 101: Nomonhan Pt. 3 - July Attacks With both sides deciding to bring in more resources to defend their definition of the border, the Japanese decide to launch an attack in early July, 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 40 Wesley Livesay With both sides deciding to bring in more resources to defend their definition of the border, the Japanese decide to launch an attack in early July, 1939. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With both sides deciding to bring in more resources to defend their definition of the border, the Japanese decide to launch an attack in early July, 1939.


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]]> 1469 no 28: Close Air Support with Dr. Matthew Powell Dr. Matthew Powell joins the podcast to discuss tactical air power during the interwar years. Author of: The Development of British Tactical Air Power, 1940-1943: A History of Army Co-operation Command  https://twitter.com/tac_air_power Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 81 Wesley Livesay Dr. Matthew Powell joins the podcast to discuss tactical air power during the interwar years. Author of: The Development of British Tactical Air Power, 1940-1943: A History of Army Co-operation Command  https://twitter.com/tac_air_power Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Matthew Powell joins the podcast to discuss tactical air power during the interwar years.

Author of: The Development of British Tactical Air Power, 1940-1943: A History of Army Co-operation Command 

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]]> 2542 no 100: Nomonhan Pt. 2 - Opening Phases The summer of 1939, near the Mongolian village of Nomonhan, would see the largest clash between the Soviet Union and Japan of the interwar years, and it would have important ramifications for relations between the two nations as the world was rapidly descending into war. Sources: Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973) Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967 Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 39 Wesley Livesay The summer of 1939, near the Mongolian village of Nomonhan, would see the largest clash between the Soviet Union and Japan of the interwar years, and it would have important ramifications for relations between the two nations as the world was rapidly descending into war. Sources: Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973) Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967 Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The summer of 1939, near the Mongolian village of Nomonhan, would see the largest clash between the Soviet Union and Japan of the interwar years, and it would have important ramifications for relations between the two nations as the world was rapidly descending into war.

Sources:

  • Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia
  • Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa
  • Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella
  • The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973)
  • Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967
  • Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox
  • Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman


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]]> 1597 no 99: Nomonhan Pt. 1 - Changkufeng During 1938 the border tensions between the Soviet Union and Japan would explode on the hill of Changkufeng near Lake Khasan. Sources: Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973) Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967 Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 38 Wesley Livesay During 1938 the border tensions between the Soviet Union and Japan would explode on the hill of Changkufeng near Lake Khasan. Sources: Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973) Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967 Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During 1938 the border tensions between the Soviet Union and Japan would explode on the hill of Changkufeng near Lake Khasan.


Sources:

  • Anti-Russian and Anti-Soviet Subversion: The Caucasian-Japanese Nexus, 1904-1945 by Hiroaki Kuromiya and Georges Mamoulia
  • Japanese Geopolitics and the Mongol Lands, 1915-1945 by Li Narangoa
  • Khalkin-Gol: The Forgotten War by Amnon Sella
  • The Lake Khasan Affair of 1938: Overview and Lessons by Alvin D. Coox (1973)
  • Soviet-Japanese Confrontation in Outer Mongolia: The Battle of Nomonhan-Khalkin Gol by Larry W. Moses (1967
  • Nomonhan: Japan Against Russia, 1939 by Alvin D. Coox
  • Nomonhan, 1939: The Red Army's Victory That Shaped World War II by Stuart D. Goldman


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]]> 1677 no 98: Hungary Pt. 2 - Expansion As tensions in Europe continued to increase, Hungary would be provided with opportunities to settle its own scores. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 37 Wesley Livesay As tensions in Europe continued to increase, Hungary would be provided with opportunities to settle its own scores. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As tensions in Europe continued to increase, Hungary would be provided with opportunities to settle its own scores.


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]]> 1597 no 97: Hungary Pt. 1 - Eastern European Outcast During this episode we dive into the story of one of the smaller players in European politics during the interwar years, Hungary. Be sure to check out World War II On Topic from the National World War II Museum: World War II On Topic | The National WWII Museum | New Orleans (nationalww2museum.org) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 36 Wesley Livesay During this episode we dive into the story of one of the smaller players in European politics during the interwar years, Hungary. Be sure to check out World War II On Topic from the National World War II Museum: World War II On Topic | The National WWII Museum | New Orleans (nationalww2museum.org) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During this episode we dive into the story of one of the smaller players in European politics during the interwar years, Hungary.


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]]> 1504 no 27: First World War Bombing Raids with Dr. Brett Holman Author of The Next War in the Air Britains Fear of the Bomber 1908-1941 Also the author of an upcoming book _Home Fires Burning: Emotion, Spectacle, and Britain’s First War from the Air_ Find more of Dr. Holman's work at Airminded Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 80 Wesley Livesay Author of The Next War in the Air Britains Fear of the Bomber 1908-1941 Also the author of an upcoming book _Home Fires Burning: Emotion, Spectacle, and Britain’s First War from the Air_ Find more of Dr. Holman's work at Airminded Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Author of The Next War in the Air Britains Fear of the Bomber 1908-1941

Also the author of an upcoming book _Home Fires Burning: Emotion, Spectacle, and Britain’s First War from the Air_

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]]> 2134 no 96: Interwar Airpower Pt. 5 - Schemes and Dreams During the 1930s the RAF would spend a lot of time and effort trying to make its dreams a reality. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 35 Wesley Livesay During the 1930s the RAF would spend a lot of time and effort trying to make its dreams a reality. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the 1930s the RAF would spend a lot of time and effort trying to make its dreams a reality.


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]]> 1774 no 95: Interwar Airpower Pt. 4 - Axis of Airpower The Italian and German air forces enter the war at very different points of their interwar evolution. One of was fading from power, the other was at its zenith.  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 34 Wesley Livesay The Italian and German air forces enter the war at very different points of their interwar evolution. One of was fading from power, the other was at its zenith.  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Italian and German air forces enter the war at very different points of their interwar evolution. One of was fading from power, the other was at its zenith. 


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]]> 1611 no Presenting - History Daily Check out History Daily for your daily history podcast fix: History Daily - podfollow.com Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 May 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Check out History Daily for your daily history podcast fix: History Daily - podfollow.com Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Check out History Daily for your daily history podcast fix: History Daily - podfollow.com


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]]> 2249 no 94: Interwar Airpower Pt. 3 - National Overviews In which we look at the development of air power theory and capabilities in several nations that will be very important to the future course of events. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 33 Wesley Livesay In which we look at the development of air power theory and capabilities in several nations that will be very important to the future course of events. Remember, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/WW2HISTORY to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In which we look at the development of air power theory and capabilities in several nations that will be very important to the future course of events.


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]]> 1654 no 93: Interwar Airpower Pt. 2 - Where do you expect us to go when the bombs fall? A major topic of conversation during the interwar years was the ideas, power, and future of strategic bombing. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 32 Wesley Livesay A major topic of conversation during the interwar years was the ideas, power, and future of strategic bombing. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A major topic of conversation during the interwar years was the ideas, power, and future of strategic bombing.


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]]> 1563 no 92: Interwar Airpower Pt. 1 - So Close Yet So Far Remember to check out Private Internet Access at privateinternetaccess.com/HistorySWW Airpower was an important feature of the First World War, but after the conflict was over it entered into the great unknown - peace. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 31 Wesley Livesay Remember to check out Private Internet Access at privateinternetaccess.com/HistorySWW Airpower was an important feature of the First World War, but after the conflict was over it entered into the great unknown - peace. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Remember to check out Private Internet Access at privateinternetaccess.com/HistorySWW


Airpower was an important feature of the First World War, but after the conflict was over it entered into the great unknown - peace.


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]]> 1557 no 91: The British Empire Pt. 6 - The Approach of War During 1939 British rearmament efforts would escalate rapidly, but was it going to be enough? Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 30 Wesley Livesay During 1939 British rearmament efforts would escalate rapidly, but was it going to be enough? Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During 1939 British rearmament efforts would escalate rapidly, but was it going to be enough?


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]]> 1775 no 90: The British Empire Pt. 5 - Army of Empire The British Army would be in a very clear third position when it came to defense spending during the interwar years, but that did not mean that it did not have moments of innovation and thought leadership. Money would be a real problem though. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 29 Wesley Livesay The British Army would be in a very clear third position when it came to defense spending during the interwar years, but that did not mean that it did not have moments of innovation and thought leadership. Money would be a real problem though. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The British Army would be in a very clear third position when it came to defense spending during the interwar years, but that did not mean that it did not have moments of innovation and thought leadership. Money would be a real problem though.


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]]> 1655 no 89: The British Empire Pt. 4 - Rearmament During the last half of the 1930s the British needed to get serious about rearmament, but they had some problems to solve first. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Apr 2022 12:21:00 -0000 full 2 28 Wesley Livesay During the last half of the 1930s the British needed to get serious about rearmament, but they had some problems to solve first. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the last half of the 1930s the British needed to get serious about rearmament, but they had some problems to solve first.


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]]> 1856 no 26: 1930s Britain with Dr. Alan Allport Dr. Alan Allport has written the excellent Britain at Bay: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1938-1941. He joined me to chat about various topics relating to interwar Britain, and of course Lord of the Rings (I really cannot resist, I am sorry). Find out more about Dr. Allport: Alan Allport, Professor (syr.edu) Check out Britain at Bay: Britain at Bay by Alan Allport: 9781101974698 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 79 Wesley Livesay Dr. Alan Allport has written the excellent Britain at Bay: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1938-1941. He joined me to chat about various topics relating to interwar Britain, and of course Lord of the Rings (I really cannot resist, I am sorry). Find out more about Dr. Allport: Alan Allport, Professor (syr.edu) Check out Britain at Bay: Britain at Bay by Alan Allport: 9781101974698 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Alan Allport has written the excellent Britain at Bay: The Epic Story of the Second World War, 1938-1941. He joined me to chat about various topics relating to interwar Britain, and of course Lord of the Rings (I really cannot resist, I am sorry).

Find out more about Dr. Allport: Alan Allport, Professor (syr.edu)

Check out Britain at Bay: Britain at Bay by Alan Allport: 9781101974698 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books


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]]> 3065 no 88: The British Empire Pt. 3 - Mare Nostrum While the Pacific ocean was on the other side of the world, far closer to home for the British was the Mediterranean, where there were also many problems. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 27 Wesley Livesay While the Pacific ocean was on the other side of the world, far closer to home for the British was the Mediterranean, where there were also many problems. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Pacific ocean was on the other side of the world, far closer to home for the British was the Mediterranean, where there were also many problems.


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]]> 1553 no 87: The British Empire Pt. 2 - The Other Side of the World The British Empire spanned the entire globe, which was great...except for the fact that it meant defending the entire globe. Sources: Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas Britain at Bay by Alan Allport The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000 full 2 26 Wesley Livesay The British Empire spanned the entire globe, which was great...except for the fact that it meant defending the entire globe. Sources: Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas Britain at Bay by Alan Allport The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The British Empire spanned the entire globe, which was great...except for the fact that it meant defending the entire globe.

Sources:

  • Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi
  • Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy
  • The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman
  • 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley
  • Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas
  • Britain at Bay by Alan Allport
  • The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood
  • British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill
  • The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson
  • Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas
  • 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr
  • Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker
  • Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers
  • Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell
  • Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper
  • Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker
  • The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming
  • Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin
  • Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh
  • The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith
  • British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin
  • The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott
  • British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon
  • The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart
  • Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy
  • The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid
  • Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher
  • The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy
  • British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker
  • Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers
  • British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson
  • Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings
  • Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell
  • Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman
  • British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat
  • Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf
  • Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo
  • British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond


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]]> 1702 no 86: The British Empire Pt. 1 - Domestic Politics During the interwar period there were some areas in which British politics would change, but in many ways it would be more of the same. Sources: Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas Britain at Bay by Alan Allport The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 25 Wesley Livesay During the interwar period there were some areas in which British politics would change, but in many ways it would be more of the same. Sources: Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas Britain at Bay by Alan Allport The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the interwar period there were some areas in which British politics would change, but in many ways it would be more of the same.

Sources:

  • Air Power and Colonial Control: The Royal Air Force 1919-1939 by David E. Omissi
  • Anglo-American Strategic Relations and the Far East 1933-1939: Imperial Crossroads by Greg Kennedy
  • The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000 Volume III: The Military Dimension Edited by Ian Gow and Yoichi Hirama with John Chapman
  • 'A Fearful Concatenation of Circumstances': The Anglo-Soviet Rapprochement, 1934-6 by Michael Jabara Carley
  • Brave New World: Imperial and Democratic Nation-building in Britain Between the Wars Edited By Laura Beers and Geraint Thomas
  • Britain at Bay by Alan Allport
  • The British Defence of Egypt 1935-1940: Conflict and Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean by Steven Morewood
  • British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill
  • The British General Election of 1935 by James C. Robertson
  • Patterns of the Future? British Mediterranean Strategy and the Choice Between Alexandria and Syprus 1935-8 by Manolis Koumas
  • 'Living the Blackshirt Life': Culture, Community and the British Union of Fascists, 1932-1940 by Michael A. Spurr
  • Economics, Rearmament, and Foreign Policy: The United Kingdom before 1939 - A Preliminary Study by R.A.C. Parker
  • Fascism, Communism, and the Foreign Office, 1937-1939 by Donald Lammers
  • Fighting the People's War: The British Commonwealth Armies and the Second World War by Jonathan Fennell
  • Forgotten Armies by Christopher Bayly and Tim Harper
  • Franco-British Relations and the Question of Conscription in Britain, 1938-1939 by Daniel Hucker
  • The Battle for Britain: Interservice Rivalry between the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy; 1909-40 by Anthony J. Cumming
  • Malta and British Strategic Policy 1925-1943 by Douglas Austin
  • Pacifism and Politics in Britain, 1931-1935 by Michael Pugh
  • The Royal Air Force, Air Power and British Foreign Policy, 1932-37 by Malcolm Smith
  • British Rearmament in the 1930s: A Chronology and Review by J.P.D. Dunbabin
  • The Royal Air Force - Volume 2: An Encyclopedia of the Inter-War Years 1930-1939: v. 2 by Ian Philpott
  • British Seapower and Procurement Between the Wars: A Reappraisal of Rearmament by G.A.H. Gordon
  • The British Government and the South African Neutrality Crisis, 1938-39 by Andrew Stewart
  • Strategy versus Finance in Twentieth-Century Great Britain by Paul M. Kennedy
  • The British General Staff: Reform and Innovation, 1890-1939 Edited By David French and Brian Holden Reid
  • Deterrence and the European Balance of Power: the Field Force and British Grand Strategy, 1934-1938 by B.J.C. McKercher
  • The Tradition of Appeasement in British Foreign Policy 1865-1939 by Paul M. Kennedy
  • British Rearmament 1936-39: Treasury, Trade Unions and Skilled Labour by R.A.C. Parker
  • Winston Churchill's Parliamentary Commentary on British Foreign Policy, 1935-1938 by Richard Howard Powers
  • British Rearmament and the 'Merchants of Death': The 1935-36 Royal Commission on the Manufacture of and Trade in Armaments by David G. Anderson
  • Whitehall and the Control of Prices and Profits in a Major War, 1919-1939 by Neil Rollings
  • Thinking the Unthinkable: British and American Naval Strategies for an Anglo-American War, 1918-1931 by Chistopher M. Bell
  • Britain's War: into Battle, 1937-1941 by Daniel Todman
  • British Armour Theory and the Rise of the Panzer Arm: Revising the Revisionists by Azar Gat
  • Changing American Perceptions of the Royal Navy Since 1775 by John B. Hattendorf
  • Military Innovation and Technological Determinism: British and US Ways of Carrier Warfare, 1919-1945 by Kendrick Kuo
  • British Military Policy between the Two World Wars by Brian Bond


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]]> 1654 no 25: The Vickers MG Collection & Research Association with Rich Fisher PREORDER NOW: A CANLOAN Officer – a VMGCRA Reprint (PRE-ORDER) - The Vickers Machine Gun (vickersmg.blog) In this interview I was joined by Rich Fisher from the Vickers MG Collection & Research Association to talk about the Vickers, how the Association got started, and a new book that is available for pre-order today which is a reprint of a memoir of a CANLOAN officer, Lieutenant Rex Fendick. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 78 Wesley Livesay PREORDER NOW: A CANLOAN Officer – a VMGCRA Reprint (PRE-ORDER) - The Vickers Machine Gun (vickersmg.blog) In this interview I was joined by Rich Fisher from the Vickers MG Collection & Research Association to talk about the Vickers, how the Association got started, and a new book that is available for pre-order today which is a reprint of a memoir of a CANLOAN officer, Lieutenant Rex Fendick. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices PREORDER NOW: A CANLOAN Officer – a VMGCRA Reprint (PRE-ORDER) - The Vickers Machine Gun (vickersmg.blog)

In this interview I was joined by Rich Fisher from the Vickers MG Collection & Research Association to talk about the Vickers, how the Association got started, and a new book that is available for pre-order today which is a reprint of a memoir of a CANLOAN officer, Lieutenant Rex Fendick.


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]]> 2811 no 85: The Night of Broken Glass During November 1938, a man would be murdered in Paris, and it would have drastic consequences for Jewish Germans. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 24 Wesley Livesay During November 1938, a man would be murdered in Paris, and it would have drastic consequences for Jewish Germans. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During November 1938, a man would be murdered in Paris, and it would have drastic consequences for Jewish Germans.


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]]> 1502 no 84: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 7 - Influences and Decisions The interwar period of military evolution was a complicated web of influences, decisions, and inferences. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 23 Wesley Livesay The interwar period of military evolution was a complicated web of influences, decisions, and inferences. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The interwar period of military evolution was a complicated web of influences, decisions, and inferences.


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]]> 1850 no 83: Germany Prepared for War Pt. 6 - The Luftwaffe There were many different opinions about the best method of projecting air power, in this episode we touch on some of the choices that the Luftwaffe would make. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 22 Wesley Livesay There were many different opinions about the best method of projecting air power, in this episode we touch on some of the choices that the Luftwaffe would make. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There were many different opinions about the best method of projecting air power, in this episode we touch on some of the choices that the Luftwaffe would make.


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]]> 1777 24: Hindenburg, Ludendorff, and Hitler with Alex Clifford The two most well known German military leaders from the First World War would have two very different experiences in postwar Germany. But both who have interactions with one very particular person who would later be quite important. You can find Hindenburg, Ludendorff, and Hitler by Alex Clifford here. History's Most Podcast: History's Most (libsyn.com) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 77 Wesley Livesay The two most well known German military leaders from the First World War would have two very different experiences in postwar Germany. But both who have interactions with one very particular person who would later be quite important. You can find Hindenburg, Ludendorff, and Hitler by Alex Clifford here. History's Most Podcast: History's Most (libsyn.com) Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The two most well known German military leaders from the First World War would have two very different experiences in postwar Germany. But both who have interactions with one very particular person who would later be quite important.

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]]> 3315 no 82: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 5 - More Boats During the late 1930s the expansion of the Kriegsmarine would get serious. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 21 Wesley Livesay During the late 1930s the expansion of the Kriegsmarine would get serious. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the late 1930s the expansion of the Kriegsmarine would get serious.


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]]> 1817 no 81: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 4 - All About Them Boats Because you know I'm all about them boats, about them boats, no aircraft. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 20 Wesley Livesay Because you know I'm all about them boats, about them boats, no aircraft. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Because you know I'm all about them boats, about them boats, no aircraft.


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]]> 1580 no 80: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 3 - Running on Fumes In the last 18 months before the war Germany's desires far outstripped its available resources. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 19 Wesley Livesay In the last 18 months before the war Germany's desires far outstripped its available resources. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the last 18 months before the war Germany's desires far outstripped its available resources.


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]]> 1758 no 79: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 2 - The Plan Preparing for war is a delicate balance of short and long term preparations, but not everybody in Germany agreed about what those should be. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 18 Wesley Livesay Preparing for war is a delicate balance of short and long term preparations, but not everybody in Germany agreed about what those should be. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Preparing for war is a delicate balance of short and long term preparations, but not everybody in Germany agreed about what those should be.


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]]> 1713 no 78: Germany Prepares for War Pt. 1 - Overview In 1936 Germany began to seriously prepare for a future conflict, and almost immediately began to run into some economic problems. Sources: The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze War and Economy in the Third Reich by R.J. Overy The Wehrmacht and German Rearmament by Wilhelm Deist The Third Reich and Yugoslavia: An Economcy of Fear, 1933-1941 by Perica Hadzi-Jovancic Hitler A Biography Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab Quest for Decisive Victory: From Stalemate to Blitzkrieg in Europe, 1899-1940 by Robert M. Citino The Blitzkrieg Myth by John Mosier The Path to Blitzkrieg: Doctrine and Training in the German Army, 1920-1939 by Robert M. Citino 1930s German Doctrine: A Manifestation of Operational Art by Tal Tovy The Blitzkrieg Myth: How Hitler and the Allies Misread the Strategic Realities of World War II by John Mosier The Origin of the Term "Blitzkrieg": Another View by William J. Fanning Jr. Storm of Steel: The Development of Armor Doctrine in Germany and the Soviet Unition 1919-1939 by Mary R. Habeck Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab Military Innovation in the Interwar Period Edited By Williamson Murray and Allan R. Millett Ship-of-the-Line or Atlantic Raider? Battleship Bismarck Between Design Limitations and Naval Strategy by Timothy P. Mulligan Strategy for Defeat the Luftwaffe 1933-1945 by Williamson Murray Battleship Bismarck: A Design and Operational History by William H. Garzke Jr., Robert O. Dulin Jr., and William Jurens Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 17 Wesley Livesay In 1936 Germany began to seriously prepare for a future conflict, and almost immediately began to run into some economic problems. Sources: The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze War and Economy in the Third Reich by R.J. Overy The Wehrmacht and German Rearmament by Wilhelm Deist The Third Reich and Yugoslavia: An Economcy of Fear, 1933-1941 by Perica Hadzi-Jovancic Hitler A Biography Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab Quest for Decisive Victory: From Stalemate to Blitzkrieg in Europe, 1899-1940 by Robert M. Citino The Blitzkrieg Myth by John Mosier The Path to Blitzkrieg: Doctrine and Training in the German Army, 1920-1939 by Robert M. Citino 1930s German Doctrine: A Manifestation of Operational Art by Tal Tovy The Blitzkrieg Myth: How Hitler and the Allies Misread the Strategic Realities of World War II by John Mosier The Origin of the Term "Blitzkrieg": Another View by William J. Fanning Jr. Storm of Steel: The Development of Armor Doctrine in Germany and the Soviet Unition 1919-1939 by Mary R. Habeck Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab Military Innovation in the Interwar Period Edited By Williamson Murray and Allan R. Millett Ship-of-the-Line or Atlantic Raider? Battleship Bismarck Between Design Limitations and Naval Strategy by Timothy P. Mulligan Strategy for Defeat the Luftwaffe 1933-1945 by Williamson Murray Battleship Bismarck: A Design and Operational History by William H. Garzke Jr., Robert O. Dulin Jr., and William Jurens Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Second World War.  History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1936 Germany began to seriously prepare for a future conflict, and almost immediately began to run into some economic problems.


Sources:

  • The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze
  • War and Economy in the Third Reich by R.J. Overy
  • The Wehrmacht and German Rearmament by Wilhelm Deist
  • The Third Reich and Yugoslavia: An Economcy of Fear, 1933-1941 by Perica Hadzi-Jovancic
  • Hitler A Biography
  • Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab
  • Quest for Decisive Victory: From Stalemate to Blitzkrieg in Europe, 1899-1940 by Robert M. Citino
  • The Blitzkrieg Myth by John Mosier
  • The Path to Blitzkrieg: Doctrine and Training in the German Army, 1920-1939 by Robert M. Citino
  • 1930s German Doctrine: A Manifestation of Operational Art by Tal Tovy
  • The Blitzkrieg Myth: How Hitler and the Allies Misread the Strategic Realities of World War II by John Mosier
  • The Origin of the Term "Blitzkrieg": Another View by William J. Fanning Jr.
  • Storm of Steel: The Development of Armor Doctrine in Germany and the Soviet Unition 1919-1939 by Mary R. Habeck
  • Hitler's Eagles by Chris McNab
  • Military Innovation in the Interwar Period Edited By Williamson Murray and Allan R. Millett
  • Ship-of-the-Line or Atlantic Raider? Battleship Bismarck Between Design Limitations and Naval Strategy by Timothy P. Mulligan
  • Strategy for Defeat the Luftwaffe 1933-1945 by Williamson Murray
  • Battleship Bismarck: A Design and Operational History by William H. Garzke Jr., Robert O. Dulin Jr., and William Jurens


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]]> 1940 no 77: The Munich Agreement Pt. 9 - Aftermath The Munich Agreement had been signed, the territory transfers had started, it was time for the whole area to calm down....right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0000 full 2 16 Wesley Livesay The Munich Agreement had been signed, the territory transfers had started, it was time for the whole area to calm down....right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Munich Agreement had been signed, the territory transfers had started, it was time for the whole area to calm down....right?

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]]> 1811 76: The Munich Agreement Pt. 8 - The Munich Agreement On September 30th, just before 2AM, the Munich Agreement was signed. Territory transfers were scheduled to begin less than 24 hours later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:05:00 -0000 full 2 15 Wesley Livesay On September 30th, just before 2AM, the Munich Agreement was signed. Territory transfers were scheduled to begin less than 24 hours later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On September 30th, just before 2AM, the Munich Agreement was signed. Territory transfers were scheduled to begin less than 24 hours later.

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]]> 1677 no 75: The Munich Agreement Pt. 7 - To the Brink https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_52 It seemed clear that nobody wanted to force the government in Prague to accept the Godesberg Memorandum and its demands, and war loomed on the horizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay It seemed clear that nobody wanted to force the government in Prague to accept the Godesberg Memorandum and its demands, and war loomed on the horizon. It seemed clear that nobody wanted to force the government in Prague to accept the Godesberg Memorandum and its demands, and war loomed on the horizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It seemed clear that nobody wanted to force the government in Prague to accept the Godesberg Memorandum and its demands, and war loomed on the horizon.

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]]> 1305 no 74: The Munich Agreement Pt. 6 - I Am Altering the Deal https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_51 Chamberlain would triumphantly arrive at Bad Godesberg with the agreements from Prague in hand, the Munich Crisis was now over....and then it absolutely was not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:37:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Chamberlain would triumphantly arrive at Bad Godesberg with the agreements from Prague in hand, the Munich Crisis was now over....and then it absolutely was not. Chamberlain would triumphantly arrive at Bad Godesberg with the agreements from Prague in hand, the Munich Crisis was now over....and then it absolutely was not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chamberlain would triumphantly arrive at Bad Godesberg with the agreements from Prague in hand, the Munich Crisis was now over....and then it absolutely was not.

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]]> 1651 no 73: The Munich Agreement Pt. 5 - We had no other choice.... https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_50 ...because we were left alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay ...because we were left alone. ...because we were left alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ...because we were left alone.

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]]> 1460 no 72: The Munich Agreement Pt. 4 - Plan Z https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_49 One of the major events leading up to the Munich agreement was a series of two personal conversations between the British Prime Minister Nivelle Chamberlain and Adolf Hitler. The original idea for these conversations originated in London during conversations that would occur in late August Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay One of the major events leading up to the Munich agreement was a series of two personal conversations between the British Prime Minister Nivelle Chamberlain and Adolf Hitler. The original idea for these conversations originated in London during... One of the major events leading up to the Munich agreement was a series of two personal conversations between the British Prime Minister Nivelle Chamberlain and Adolf Hitler. The original idea for these conversations originated in London during conversations that would occur in late August Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices One of the major events leading up to the Munich agreement was a series of two personal conversations between the British Prime Minister Nivelle Chamberlain and Adolf Hitler. The original idea for these conversations originated in London during conversations that would occur in late August

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]]> 1441 no 71: The Munich Agreement Pt. 3 - The Summer of 1938 https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_48 After the events of May and the phantom invasion and Czechoslovakian mobilization, the overall vibe in the area was tense. It also had a real effect on many governmental ministers all over Europe as for the first time in 20 years they had been pushed to what felt like the brink of a European wide war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the events of May and the phantom invasion and Czechoslovakian mobilization, the overall vibe in the area was tense. It also had a real effect on many governmental ministers all over Europe as for the first time in 20 years they had been pushed... After the events of May and the phantom invasion and Czechoslovakian mobilization, the overall vibe in the area was tense. It also had a real effect on many governmental ministers all over Europe as for the first time in 20 years they had been pushed to what felt like the brink of a European wide war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the events of May and the phantom invasion and Czechoslovakian mobilization, the overall vibe in the area was tense. It also had a real effect on many governmental ministers all over Europe as for the first time in 20 years they had been pushed to what felt like the brink of a European wide war.

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]]> 1527 no 70: The Munich Agreement Pt. 2 - The May Crisis https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_47 In May 1938 a rumor would begin circulating, based on intelligence gathered by Czechoslovak and British sources, that Germany was about to launch an invasion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:36:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In May 1938 a rumor would begin circulating, based on intelligence gathered by Czechoslovak and British sources, that Germany was about to launch an invasion. In May 1938 a rumor would begin circulating, based on intelligence gathered by Czechoslovak and British sources, that Germany was about to launch an invasion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In May 1938 a rumor would begin circulating, based on intelligence gathered by Czechoslovak and British sources, that Germany was about to launch an invasion.

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]]> 1418 no 69: The Munich Agreement Pt. 1 - Background https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_46 On September 30, 1938 one of the more controversial events of the interwar period would occur. But first, some background. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On September 30, 1938 one of the more controversial events of the interwar period would occur. But first, some background. On September 30, 1938 one of the more controversial events of the interwar period would occur. But first, some background. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On September 30, 1938 one of the more controversial events of the interwar period would occur. But first, some background.

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]]> 1445 no 68: The Third Republic Pt. 8 - The French Army https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_45 We have talked about the Maginot Line and rearmament, now it is time to look at what the French army was planning to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay We have talked about the Maginot Line and rearmament, now it is time to look at what the French army was planning to do. We have talked about the Maginot Line and rearmament, now it is time to look at what the French army was planning to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We have talked about the Maginot Line and rearmament, now it is time to look at what the French army was planning to do.

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]]> 1652 no 67: The Third Republic Pt. 7 - Rearmament https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_44 If France wanted to compete militarily with the growing power of Germany, it was going to have to start a serious effort to rearm itself. Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Twitter: WorldWar2Pod Website: historyofthesecondworldwar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay If France wanted to compete militarily with the growing power of Germany, it was going to have to start a serious effort to rearm itself. Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comTwitter: WorldWar2PodWebsite: historyofthesecondworldwar.com If France wanted to compete militarily with the growing power of Germany, it was going to have to start a serious effort to rearm itself. Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Twitter: WorldWar2Pod Website: historyofthesecondworldwar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If France wanted to compete militarily with the growing power of Germany, it was going to have to start a serious effort to rearm itself.


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]]> 1595 no 23: A Naval Chat with Dr. Alexander Clarke https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_22 Usually these interviews start with a topic and go from there, but in this case I was joined by Dr. Alexander Clarke for a wide ranging discussion on naval history. We talked about the Royal Navy, the perception of its preparations for war, the role that naval aviation played in naval planning during the interwar years, Dr. Clarke's upcoming book on British destroyers, and several other topics. You can find Dr. Clarke's upcoming book Tribals, Battles and Darings: The Genesis of the Modern Destroyer at:https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Tribals-Battles-Darings/p/18442https://www.usni.org/press/books/tribals-battles-and-daringsYou can find far more Dr. Clarke over at:http://twitter.com/AC_NavalHistoryhttp://youtube.com/DrAlexanderClarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Oct 2021 05:00:19 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Usually these interviews start with a topic and go from there, but in this case I was joined by Dr. Alexander Clarke for a wide ranging discussion on naval history. We talked about the Royal Navy, the perception of its preparations for war, the role... Usually these interviews start with a topic and go from there, but in this case I was joined by Dr. Alexander Clarke for a wide ranging discussion on naval history. We talked about the Royal Navy, the perception of its preparations for war, the role that naval aviation played in naval planning during the interwar years, Dr. Clarke's upcoming book on British destroyers, and several other topics. You can find Dr. Clarke's upcoming book Tribals, Battles and Darings: The Genesis of the Modern Destroyer at:https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Tribals-Battles-Darings/p/18442https://www.usni.org/press/books/tribals-battles-and-daringsYou can find far more Dr. Clarke over at:http://twitter.com/AC_NavalHistoryhttp://youtube.com/DrAlexanderClarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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]]> 3542 no 66: The Third Republic Pt. 6 - Political Cleanup https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_43 In the last years before the war there were many different concerns in Paris, honestly too many to cover in one episode, but this episode discusses a few of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In the last years before the war there were many different concerns in Paris, honestly too many to cover in one episode, but this episode discusses a few of them. In the last years before the war there were many different concerns in Paris, honestly too many to cover in one episode, but this episode discusses a few of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the last years before the war there were many different concerns in Paris, honestly too many to cover in one episode, but this episode discusses a few of them.

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]]> 1607 no 22: The Politics of Veteran's Benefits with Dr. Crotty, Dr. Diamant, and Dr. Edele https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_21 After the wars were over, there were millions of veterans and each nation and each group of veterans found themselves in different positions. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Martin Crotty, Dr. Neil Diamant, and Dr. Mark Edele to discuss their book that looks at the experiences of veterans from many different nations after both World Wars. Check out The Politics of Veteran Benefits in the Twentieth Century here https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501751639/the-politics-of-veteran-benefits-in-the-twentieth-century/#bookTabs=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 03 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the wars were over, there were millions of veterans and each nation and each group of veterans found themselves in different positions. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Martin Crotty, Dr. Neil Diamant, and Dr. Mark Edele to discuss their... After the wars were over, there were millions of veterans and each nation and each group of veterans found themselves in different positions. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Martin Crotty, Dr. Neil Diamant, and Dr. Mark Edele to discuss their book that looks at the experiences of veterans from many different nations after both World Wars. Check out The Politics of Veteran Benefits in the Twentieth Century here https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501751639/the-politics-of-veteran-benefits-in-the-twentieth-century/#bookTabs=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the wars were over, there were millions of veterans and each nation and each group of veterans found themselves in different positions. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Martin Crotty, Dr. Neil Diamant, and Dr. Mark Edele to discuss their book that looks at the experiences of veterans from many different nations after both World Wars.


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]]> 3600 no 65: The Third Republic Pt. 5 - Popular Front in Power https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_42 With the victory of the Popular Front it was time to completely transform French society, to fix all of the problems they had identified in the previous years....right? RIGHT?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:27:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay With the victory of the Popular Front it was time to completely transform French society, to fix all of the problems they had identified in the previous years....right? RIGHT?! With the victory of the Popular Front it was time to completely transform French society, to fix all of the problems they had identified in the previous years....right? RIGHT?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With the victory of the Popular Front it was time to completely transform French society, to fix all of the problems they had identified in the previous years....right? RIGHT?!

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]]> 1633 no 64: The Third Republic Pt. 4 - Left Left Left Right Left https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_41 The events of February 6th 1934 would result in a new unity on the French Left, enter the Popular Front. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:28:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The events of February 6th 1934 would result in a new unity on the French Left, enter the Popular Front. The events of February 6th 1934 would result in a new unity on the French Left, enter the Popular Front. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The events of February 6th 1934 would result in a new unity on the French Left, enter the Popular Front.

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]]> 1285 no 21: Fighter Pilot Nostalgia with Dr. Michael Hankins https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_20 Release Note: I was unable to record this week, so pulling forward this interview that was going to release later this year. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Michael Hankins to discuss Fighter Pilot Nostalgia before, during and after the Second World War. The conversation ends up far past the Second World War, but I simply cannot resist a discussion of jet fighters. You can follow Dr. Hankins on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HankinstienDr. Hankins' Website: http://mwhankins.com/index.htmlFlying Camelot: The F-15, the F-16, and the Weaponization of Fighter Pilot Nostalgia: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501760655/flying-camelot/From Balloons to Drones: https://balloonstodrones.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Sep 2021 05:00:19 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Release Note: I was unable to record this week, so pulling forward this interview that was going to release later this year. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Michael Hankins to discuss Fighter Pilot Nostalgia before, during and after the... Release Note: I was unable to record this week, so pulling forward this interview that was going to release later this year. In this interview I was joined by Dr. Michael Hankins to discuss Fighter Pilot Nostalgia before, during and after the Second World War. The conversation ends up far past the Second World War, but I simply cannot resist a discussion of jet fighters. You can follow Dr. Hankins on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HankinstienDr. Hankins' Website: http://mwhankins.com/index.htmlFlying Camelot: The F-15, the F-16, and the Weaponization of Fighter Pilot Nostalgia: https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501760655/flying-camelot/From Balloons to Drones: https://balloonstodrones.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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]]> 2159 no 63: The Third Republic Pt. 3 - France and Friends https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_40 Among the most important projects by France during the 1930s would be relations with other nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Among the most important projects by France during the 1930s would be relations with other nations. Among the most important projects by France during the 1930s would be relations with other nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Among the most important projects by France during the 1930s would be relations with other nations.

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]]> 1460 no 62: The Third Republic Pt. 2 - The Shadow of Victory https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_39 After their victory during the First World War the French had some very real problems. Those problems and their possible solutions would shape French policy during the interwar years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After their victory during the First World War the French had some very real problems. Those problems and their possible solutions would shape French policy during the interwar years. After their victory during the First World War the French had some very real problems. Those problems and their possible solutions would shape French policy during the interwar years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After their victory during the First World War the French had some very real problems. Those problems and their possible solutions would shape French policy during the interwar years.

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]]> 1490 no 61: The Third Republic Pt. 1 - The Maginot Line https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_38 During the interwar period the French decided to take a bit of concrete and build some fortifications, 5 billion Francs later they had completed an impressive bit of construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:00:12 -0000 full Wesley Livesay During the interwar period the French decided to take a bit of concrete and build some fortifications, 5 billion Francs later they had completed an impressive bit of construction. During the interwar period the French decided to take a bit of concrete and build some fortifications, 5 billion Francs later they had completed an impressive bit of construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2337 no 20: Fascism in Interwar France with Dr. Chris Millington https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_19 Follow Dr. Millington on Twitter: @DrCMillingtonA History of Fascism in France: From the First World War to the National Front https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/history-of-fascism-in-france-9781350006539 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Aug 2021 05:00:12 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Follow Dr. Millington on Twitter: @DrCMillington A History of Fascism in France: From the First World War to the National Front https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/history-of-fascism-in-france-9781350006539 Follow Dr. Millington on Twitter: @DrCMillingtonA History of Fascism in France: From the First World War to the National Front https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/history-of-fascism-in-france-9781350006539 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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]]> 2811 no 60: Anschluss Pt. 4 - Operation Otto https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_37 When the Anschluss occurred, there would be no fighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay When the Anschluss occurred, there would be no fighting. When the Anschluss occurred, there would be no fighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When the Anschluss occurred, there would be no fighting.

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]]> 1427 no 59: Anschluss Pt. 3 - The February 1938 Meeting https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_36 During February 1938 relations between Austria and Germany begin to spiral out of control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay During February 1938 relations between Austria and Germany begin to spiral out of control. During February 1938 relations between Austria and Germany begin to spiral out of control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During February 1938 relations between Austria and Germany begin to spiral out of control.

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]]> 1599 no 58: Anschluss Pt. 2 - Hossbach Memorandum https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_35 On November 5th 1937 a meeting would take place where Hitler would outline the situation in Europe as he saw it, and why Germany would soon have to go to war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On November 5th 1937 a meeting would take place where Hitler would outline the situation in Europe as he saw it, and why Germany would soon have to go to war. On November 5th 1937 a meeting would take place where Hitler would outline the situation in Europe as he saw it, and why Germany would soon have to go to war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On November 5th 1937 a meeting would take place where Hitler would outline the situation in Europe as he saw it, and why Germany would soon have to go to war.

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]]> 3060 no 57: Anschluss Pt. 1 - The Dreams of Greater Germany https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_34 The concept of joining Austria and Germany was not a new idea though, and certainly not one that originated in Nazi Germany. It was instead something that was quite popular at various points in the past, and during this episode we will look at the roots of Pan-Germanism as a movement in the months and years immediately following the end of the First World War, and also why those Pan-Germanist dreams were not fulfilled after 1918. The movement would then have an interesting evolution as its strongest supporters in 1919 would be its strongest opponents in 1938, and shift that we will touch on both in this episode and in episode 58. Website: http://www.historyofthesecondworldwar.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/historyofhegreatwar Apple Podcast Subscription: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/history-of-the-world-wars/id6442476986?ls=1&at=1010l36mt&ct=01 Twitter: @WorldWar2Pod Facebook: historyofthesecondworldwar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The concept of joining Austria and Germany was not a new idea though, and certainly not one that originated in Nazi Germany. It was instead something that was quite popular at various points in the past, and during this episode we will look at the... The concept of joining Austria and Germany was not a new idea though, and certainly not one that originated in Nazi Germany. It was instead something that was quite popular at various points in the past, and during this episode we will look at the roots of Pan-Germanism as a movement in the months and years immediately following the end of the First World War, and also why those Pan-Germanist dreams were not fulfilled after 1918. The movement would then have an interesting evolution as its strongest supporters in 1919 would be its strongest opponents in 1938, and shift that we will touch on both in this episode and in episode 58. Website: http://www.historyofthesecondworldwar.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/historyofhegreatwar Apple Podcast Subscription: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/history-of-the-world-wars/id6442476986?ls=1&at=1010l36mt&ct=01 Twitter: @WorldWar2Pod Facebook: historyofthesecondworldwar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The concept of joining Austria and Germany was not a new idea though, and certainly not one that originated in Nazi Germany. It was instead something that was quite popular at various points in the past, and during this episode we will look at the roots of Pan-Germanism as a movement in the months and years immediately following the end of the First World War, and also why those Pan-Germanist dreams were not fulfilled after 1918. The movement would then have an interesting evolution as its strongest supporters in 1919 would be its strongest opponents in 1938, and shift that we will touch on both in this episode and in episode 58.


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]]> 1761 no Season 2 Introduction https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-season-2 In this episode we talk about what we will be talking about. Website: http://www.historyofthesecondworldwar.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/historyofhegreatwarApple Podcast Subscription: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/history-of-the-world-wars/id6442476986?ls=1&at=1010l36mt&ct=01Twitter: @WorldWar2PodFacebook: historyofthesecondworldwar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 18 Jul 2021 11:36:07 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In this episode we talk about what we will be talking about. Website: http://www.historyofthesecondworldwar.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/historyofhegreatwar Apple Podcast Subscription:... In this episode we talk about what we will be talking about. Website: http://www.historyofthesecondworldwar.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/historyofhegreatwarApple Podcast Subscription: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/history-of-the-world-wars/id6442476986?ls=1&at=1010l36mt&ct=01Twitter: @WorldWar2PodFacebook: historyofthesecondworldwar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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]]> 700 no 56: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 7 - Sinking Deeper https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_33 After the fall of Nanking, there was still no end in sight for the fighting in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the fall of Nanking, there was still no end in sight for the fighting in China. After the fall of Nanking, there was still no end in sight for the fighting in China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the fall of Nanking, there was still no end in sight for the fighting in China.

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]]> 1279 no 55: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 6 - Death and Suffering in Nanking https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_32 After the Japanese Army took Nanking in December, what would follow was pain, death, and suffering. Jutland Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymr1u5hy1XQ&t=1s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the Japanese Army took Nanking in December, what would follow was pain, death, and suffering. Jutland Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymr1u5hy1XQ&t=1s After the Japanese Army took Nanking in December, what would follow was pain, death, and suffering. Jutland Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymr1u5hy1XQ&t=1s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the Japanese Army took Nanking in December, what would follow was pain, death, and suffering.


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]]> 1839 no 54: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 5 - Failure and Retreat https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_31 With the Japanese landings from Hangzou Bay the Chinese positions in and around Shanghai become completely untenable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay With the Japanese landings from Hangzou Bay the Chinese positions in and around Shanghai become completely untenable. With the Japanese landings from Hangzou Bay the Chinese positions in and around Shanghai become completely untenable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With the Japanese landings from Hangzou Bay the Chinese positions in and around Shanghai become completely untenable.

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]]> 1368 no 53: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 4 - Battle for Shanghai https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_30 After the fighting spilled outside the city with Japanese landings on the river, the fighting would continue for months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 May 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the fighting spilled outside the city with Japanese landings on the river, the fighting would continue for months. After the fighting spilled outside the city with Japanese landings on the river, the fighting would continue for months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the fighting spilled outside the city with Japanese landings on the river, the fighting would continue for months.

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]]> 1417 no 52: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 3 - Shanghai https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_26 While the Japanese invasion of northern China continued, further south the first major battle of the war was about to begin in the streets of Shanghai. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 May 2021 05:00:03 -0000 full Wesley Livesay While the Japanese invasion of northern China continued, further south the first major battle of the war was about to begin in the streets of Shanghai. While the Japanese invasion of northern China continued, further south the first major battle of the war was about to begin in the streets of Shanghai. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2647 no 51: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 2 - Moving South https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_25 The establishment of the puppet state of Manchuria would not be the end of the adventures of the Japanese in China, and instead they would endeavor over the course of the next decade to extend their influence, and during that expansion they would eventually fall into a full scale war with China. This episode will first look at why the Japanese felt they had to constantly increase the territory under their control, before looking at the Marco Polo Bridge incident, which would ignite the Second Sino-Japanese War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 May 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The establishment of the puppet state of Manchuria would not be the end of the adventures of the Japanese in China, and instead they would endeavor over the course of the next decade to extend their influence, and during that expansion they would... The establishment of the puppet state of Manchuria would not be the end of the adventures of the Japanese in China, and instead they would endeavor over the course of the next decade to extend their influence, and during that expansion they would eventually fall into a full scale war with China. This episode will first look at why the Japanese felt they had to constantly increase the territory under their control, before looking at the Marco Polo Bridge incident, which would ignite the Second Sino-Japanese War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The establishment of the puppet state of Manchuria would not be the end of the adventures of the Japanese in China, and instead they would endeavor over the course of the next decade to extend their influence, and during that expansion they would eventually fall into a full scale war with China. This episode will first look at why the Japanese felt they had to constantly increase the territory under their control, before looking at the Marco Polo Bridge incident, which would ignite the Second Sino-Japanese War.

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]]> 1641 no 50: Second Sino-Japanese War Pt. 1 - Background https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_24 During the 1930s China would experience a devastating invasion. This invasion was launched by the Japanese who were trying to obtain greater access to the natural resources available in Manchuria and northern China. The result would be the start of the Second Sino-Japanese War, a devastating conflict, and perhaps the start of the Second World War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay During the 1930s China would experience a devastating invasion. This invasion was launched by the Japanese who were trying to obtain greater access to the natural resources available in Manchuria and northern China. The result would be the start of... During the 1930s China would experience a devastating invasion. This invasion was launched by the Japanese who were trying to obtain greater access to the natural resources available in Manchuria and northern China. The result would be the start of the Second Sino-Japanese War, a devastating conflict, and perhaps the start of the Second World War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the 1930s China would experience a devastating invasion. This invasion was launched by the Japanese who were trying to obtain greater access to the natural resources available in Manchuria and northern China. The result would be the start of the Second Sino-Japanese War, a devastating conflict, and perhaps the start of the Second World War.

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]]> 1483 no 49: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 14 - Legacy https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_23 The Spanish Civil War was over, but its legacy would live on, both inside Spain and in a Europe that was soon plunging into a much larger conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Spanish Civil War was over, but its legacy would live on, both inside Spain and in a Europe that was soon plunging into a much larger conflict. The Spanish Civil War was over, but its legacy would live on, both inside Spain and in a Europe that was soon plunging into a much larger conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Spanish Civil War was over, but its legacy would live on, both inside Spain and in a Europe that was soon plunging into a much larger conflict.

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]]> 1692 no 48: Spanish Civil War Pt. 13 - The End of the Spanish Republic https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_22 Everything that has a beginning has an end. MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/history-of-the-second-world-war-podcast Intelligent Speech 4/24: https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Everything that has a beginning has an end. MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/history-of-the-second-world-war-podcastIntelligent Speech 4/24: https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ Everything that has a beginning has an end. MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/history-of-the-second-world-war-podcast Intelligent Speech 4/24: https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Everything that has a beginning has an end.


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]]> 1486 no 47: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 12 - Disaster on the Ebro https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_21 Register for Intelligent Speech! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ and use code GREAT After the defeat at the Battle of Teruel, and with Valencia under threat, the Republic launches yet another attack, this time across the River Ebro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Register for Intelligent Speech! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ and use code GREATAfter the defeat at the Battle of Teruel, and with Valencia under threat, the Republic launches yet another attack, this time across the River Ebro. Register for Intelligent Speech! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ and use code GREAT After the defeat at the Battle of Teruel, and with Valencia under threat, the Republic launches yet another attack, this time across the River Ebro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Register for Intelligent Speech! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/ and use code GREAT


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]]> 1682 no 46: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 11 - The Battle of Teruel https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_20 The large Republican attacks on the city of Teruel would backfire, and result not in victory, but with the Nationalists reaching the coast, cutting Republican Spain in two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:36:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The large Republican attacks on the city of Teruel would backfire, and result not in victory, but with the Nationalists reaching the coast, cutting Republican Spain in two. The large Republican attacks on the city of Teruel would backfire, and result not in victory, but with the Nationalists reaching the coast, cutting Republican Spain in two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The large Republican attacks on the city of Teruel would backfire, and result not in victory, but with the Nationalists reaching the coast, cutting Republican Spain in two.

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]]> 1902 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 18: Memory and the Civil War with Tom Wardle https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_18 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Tom Wardle. Tom's research focuses on memory activism and how the Spanish Civil War is remembered, and how that memory is fought over, in modern day Spain. When discussing history it can be easy to fall into just discussing Person A did thing B on date C, when in fact one of the most important aspects of history is not just what happened, but also what the effects of those events were, and how we today remember those events. Near the end of our discussions Tom mentions the award winning 2018 documentary The Silence of Others, which I recommend to anybody who wants to learn more about some of the subjects we discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Tom Wardle. Tom's research focuses on memory activism and how the Spanish Civil War is remembered, and how that memory is fought over, in modern day Spain. When discussing... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Tom Wardle. Tom's research focuses on memory activism and how the Spanish Civil War is remembered, and how that memory is fought over, in modern day Spain. When discussing history it can be easy to fall into just discussing Person A did thing B on date C, when in fact one of the most important aspects of history is not just what happened, but also what the effects of those events were, and how we today remember those events. Near the end of our discussions Tom mentions the award winning 2018 documentary The Silence of Others, which I recommend to anybody who wants to learn more about some of the subjects we discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Tom Wardle. Tom's research focuses on memory activism and how the Spanish Civil War is remembered, and how that memory is fought over, in modern day Spain. When discussing history it can be easy to fall into just discussing Person A did thing B on date C, when in fact one of the most important aspects of history is not just what happened, but also what the effects of those events were, and how we today remember those events. Near the end of our discussions Tom mentions the award winning 2018 documentary The Silence of Others, which I recommend to anybody who wants to learn more about some of the subjects we discuss.

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]]> 2149 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 17: Antiauthoritarian Counterculture in Francoist Spain with Dr. Louie Dean Valencia https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Louis Dean Valencia. Our conversation covered several different topics, including the concept of alt/histories, or the purposeful misrepresentation of history to serve a specific, often political, purpose. This idea is in no way limited to the history of the Spanish Civil War, or the Second World War, but is a concept that can be found throughout history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Louis Dean Valencia. Our conversation covered several different topics, including the concept of alt/histories, or the purposeful misrepresentation of history to serve a... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Louis Dean Valencia. Our conversation covered several different topics, including the concept of alt/histories, or the purposeful misrepresentation of history to serve a specific, often political, purpose. This idea is in no way limited to the history of the Spanish Civil War, or the Second World War, but is a concept that can be found throughout history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Louis Dean Valencia. Our conversation covered several different topics, including the concept of alt/histories, or the purposeful misrepresentation of history to serve a specific, often political, purpose. This idea is in no way limited to the history of the Spanish Civil War, or the Second World War, but is a concept that can be found throughout history.

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]]> 1700 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 16: Civil War Veterans with Dr. Stephanie Wright https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_14 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Stephanie Wright. The author of “Glorious Brothers, Unsuitable Lovers: Moroccan Veterans, Spanish Women, and the Mechanisms of Francoist Paternalism.” We discussed the treatment of wounded war veterans in post-Civil War Spain and Morocco. We also discuss Dr. Wright's current research into sexual violence in Francoist Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Stephanie Wright. The author of “Glorious Brothers, Unsuitable Lovers: Moroccan Veterans, Spanish Women, and the Mechanisms of Francoist Paternalism.” We discussed the... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Stephanie Wright. The author of “Glorious Brothers, Unsuitable Lovers: Moroccan Veterans, Spanish Women, and the Mechanisms of Francoist Paternalism.” We discussed the treatment of wounded war veterans in post-Civil War Spain and Morocco. We also discuss Dr. Wright's current research into sexual violence in Francoist Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Stephanie Wright. The author of “Glorious Brothers, Unsuitable Lovers: Moroccan Veterans, Spanish Women, and the Mechanisms of Francoist Paternalism.” We discussed the treatment of wounded war veterans in post-Civil War Spain and Morocco. We also discuss Dr. Wright's current research into sexual violence in Francoist Spain.

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]]> 2649 no Intelligent Speech 2021 https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/intelligentspeechpromo I will be giving a talk at Intelligent Speech 2021 on April 24th. Register now to hear me talk about the Czech Legion, and excellent presentations from 40 other presenters. Use code: great in the cart for an extra 10% discountBuy here! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/= Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:32:54 -0000 full Wesley Livesay I will be giving a talk at Intelligent Speech 2021 on April 24th. Register now to hear me talk about the Czech Legion, and excellent presentations from 40 other presenters. Use code: great in the cart for an extra 10% discount Buy here!... I will be giving a talk at Intelligent Speech 2021 on April 24th. Register now to hear me talk about the Czech Legion, and excellent presentations from 40 other presenters. Use code: great in the cart for an extra 10% discountBuy here! https://www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/= Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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]]> 129 no 45: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 10 - The Battle of Brunete https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_19 Two Republican attacks were launched in the hope of forcing forces to be moved from the north to other areas of Spain. These two attacks, at Guadarrama and Huesca will be our first topic for this episode. However, the primary focus will be on the battle of Brunete. This attack would be launched in July 1937 by the Republican Army and it would achieve one of its goals of forcing the Nationalists to move troops away from their attacks in the north, even if it was in reality too late to halt the collapse of the enclave. The Republicans would commit their best troops, and most of their armor assets, to the attack at Brunete and the failure of the attack would begin a clear decline in the fighting capabilities of the Republican forces, from which they would never really recover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Two Republican attacks were launched in the hope of forcing forces to be moved from the north to other areas of Spain. These two attacks, at Guadarrama and Huesca will be our first topic for this episode. However, the primary focus will be on the... Two Republican attacks were launched in the hope of forcing forces to be moved from the north to other areas of Spain. These two attacks, at Guadarrama and Huesca will be our first topic for this episode. However, the primary focus will be on the battle of Brunete. This attack would be launched in July 1937 by the Republican Army and it would achieve one of its goals of forcing the Nationalists to move troops away from their attacks in the north, even if it was in reality too late to halt the collapse of the enclave. The Republicans would commit their best troops, and most of their armor assets, to the attack at Brunete and the failure of the attack would begin a clear decline in the fighting capabilities of the Republican forces, from which they would never really recover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Two Republican attacks were launched in the hope of forcing forces to be moved from the north to other areas of Spain. These two attacks, at Guadarrama and Huesca will be our first topic for this episode. However, the primary focus will be on the battle of Brunete. This attack would be launched in July 1937 by the Republican Army and it would achieve one of its goals of forcing the Nationalists to move troops away from their attacks in the north, even if it was in reality too late to halt the collapse of the enclave. The Republicans would commit their best troops, and most of their armor assets, to the attack at Brunete and the failure of the attack would begin a clear decline in the fighting capabilities of the Republican forces, from which they would never really recover.

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]]> 1392 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 15: British Foreign Office and the War with Stephen Rainbird https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_13 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Stephen Rainbird. Stephen's research focuses on the political relationship between Spain, Britain, and Portugal in the years before and during the Second World War. Our conversation focused mostly on the reaction of British political leaders to the events in Spain that led up to the Civil War, and then some of the reasons that the British government chose the path that it did during the conflict. We also discuss the very important matter of piracy in the Mediterranean during the war, where the pirates somehow got ahold of Italian submarines, spoke Italian, and were getting paid by the Italian government, weird situation really. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Stephen Rainbird. Stephen's research focuses on the political relationship between Spain, Britain, and Portugal in the years before and during the Second World War. Our... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Stephen Rainbird. Stephen's research focuses on the political relationship between Spain, Britain, and Portugal in the years before and during the Second World War. Our conversation focused mostly on the reaction of British political leaders to the events in Spain that led up to the Civil War, and then some of the reasons that the British government chose the path that it did during the conflict. We also discuss the very important matter of piracy in the Mediterranean during the war, where the pirates somehow got ahold of Italian submarines, spoke Italian, and were getting paid by the Italian government, weird situation really. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Stephen Rainbird. Stephen's research focuses on the political relationship between Spain, Britain, and Portugal in the years before and during the Second World War. Our conversation focused mostly on the reaction of British political leaders to the events in Spain that led up to the Civil War, and then some of the reasons that the British government chose the path that it did during the conflict. We also discuss the very important matter of piracy in the Mediterranean during the war, where the pirates somehow got ahold of Italian submarines, spoke Italian, and were getting paid by the Italian government, weird situation really.

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]]> 3360 no 44: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 9 - Struggles for Power https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_18 After the opening battles of the Civil War, behind the front the political maneuverings would continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the opening battles of the Civil War, behind the front the political maneuverings would continue. After the opening battles of the Civil War, behind the front the political maneuverings would continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the opening battles of the Civil War, behind the front the political maneuverings would continue.

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]]> 1362 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 14: Scotland and the Civil War with Fraser Raeburn https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_7 https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-scots-and-the-spanish-civil-war.html On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Fraser Raeburn. This interview continues our series of regional specific discussions, in this case about Scotland and how people in Scotland reacted to the Spanish Civil War, why some of them chose to go to Spain to fight in the International Brigades, and the humanitarian efforts that originated in Scotland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-scots-and-the-spanish-civil-war.htmlOn this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Fraser Raeburn. This interview continues our series of regional specific discussions, in... https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-scots-and-the-spanish-civil-war.html On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Fraser Raeburn. This interview continues our series of regional specific discussions, in this case about Scotland and how people in Scotland reacted to the Spanish Civil War, why some of them chose to go to Spain to fight in the International Brigades, and the humanitarian efforts that originated in Scotland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-scots-and-the-spanish-civil-war.html


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]]> 1989 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 13: Military History with Dr. Charles Esdaile https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_17 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Charles Esdaile. Unlike some of the other interviews I have done for this series, this interview focuses very heavily on the military side of the conflict. At the end of the day the Spanish Civil War was a military conflict, and the military side of the story does deserve some attention. One of the interesting items that we discussed was how a seemingly small decision, how military units were organized, could have consequences that caused issues for the Republicans even outside the military theater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Charles Esdaile. Unlike some of the other interviews I have done for this series, this interview focuses very heavily on the military side of the conflict. At the end of the... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Charles Esdaile. Unlike some of the other interviews I have done for this series, this interview focuses very heavily on the military side of the conflict. At the end of the day the Spanish Civil War was a military conflict, and the military side of the story does deserve some attention. One of the interesting items that we discussed was how a seemingly small decision, how military units were organized, could have consequences that caused issues for the Republicans even outside the military theater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Charles Esdaile. Unlike some of the other interviews I have done for this series, this interview focuses very heavily on the military side of the conflict. At the end of the day the Spanish Civil War was a military conflict, and the military side of the story does deserve some attention. One of the interesting items that we discussed was how a seemingly small decision, how military units were organized, could have consequences that caused issues for the Republicans even outside the military theater.

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]]> 3653 no 43: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 8 - The War in the North https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_17 After the failure to take Madrid, the Nationalist shift their focus, and in their sights is the Republican Enclave in northern Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the failure to take Madrid, the Nationalist shift their focus, and in their sights is the Republican Enclave in northern Spain. After the failure to take Madrid, the Nationalist shift their focus, and in their sights is the Republican Enclave in northern Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the failure to take Madrid, the Nationalist shift their focus, and in their sights is the Republican Enclave in northern Spain.

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]]> 1432 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 12: Prisoners in Francoist Spain with Jessica Thorne https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_9 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess Thorne to discuss the treatment and experiences of prisoners during the Civil War and after. Discussing prisoners during a Civil War is always interesting because their experiences are often quite different than what is experienced by more traditional Prisoners of War. There was a political dimension for why they were imprisoned during the war, and then why they were kept in prison after the war was over and we discuss that dimension and the consequences of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess Thorne to discuss the treatment and experiences of prisoners during the Civil War and after. Discussing prisoners during a Civil War is always interesting because their... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess Thorne to discuss the treatment and experiences of prisoners during the Civil War and after. Discussing prisoners during a Civil War is always interesting because their experiences are often quite different than what is experienced by more traditional Prisoners of War. There was a political dimension for why they were imprisoned during the war, and then why they were kept in prison after the war was over and we discuss that dimension and the consequences of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess Thorne to discuss the treatment and experiences of prisoners during the Civil War and after. Discussing prisoners during a Civil War is always interesting because their experiences are often quite different than what is experienced by more traditional Prisoners of War. There was a political dimension for why they were imprisoned during the war, and then why they were kept in prison after the war was over and we discuss that dimension and the consequences of it.

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]]> 2420 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 11: Gender Violence in the Spanish Civil War with Charlotte Walmsley https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_3 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Charlotte Walmsley a PhD researcher focusing on post-conflict gender violence. Gender violence is a phrase that we use several times in this interview, and so I thought it would be good to give a clear and concise definition of the term. I am by no means an expert on the topic, but there is a good quote from the European Institute for Gender Equality: "Gender-based violence and violence against women are terms that are often used interchangeably as it has been widely acknowledged that most gender-based violence is inflicted on women and girls, by men. However, using the ‘gender-based’ aspect is important as it highlights the fact that many forms of violence against women are rooted in power inequalities between women and men." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 05 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Charlotte Walmsley a PhD researcher focusing on post-conflict gender violence. Gender violence is a phrase that we use several times in this interview, and so I thought it would... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Charlotte Walmsley a PhD researcher focusing on post-conflict gender violence. Gender violence is a phrase that we use several times in this interview, and so I thought it would be good to give a clear and concise definition of the term. I am by no means an expert on the topic, but there is a good quote from the European Institute for Gender Equality: "Gender-based violence and violence against women are terms that are often used interchangeably as it has been widely acknowledged that most gender-based violence is inflicted on women and girls, by men. However, using the ‘gender-based’ aspect is important as it highlights the fact that many forms of violence against women are rooted in power inequalities between women and men." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Charlotte Walmsley a PhD researcher focusing on post-conflict gender violence. Gender violence is a phrase that we use several times in this interview, and so I thought it would be good to give a clear and concise definition of the term. I am by no means an expert on the topic, but there is a good quote from the European Institute for Gender Equality: "Gender-based violence and violence against women are terms that are often used interchangeably as it has been widely acknowledged that most gender-based violence is inflicted on women and girls, by men. However, using the ‘gender-based’ aspect is important as it highlights the fact that many forms of violence against women are rooted in power inequalities between women and men."

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]]> 2459 no 42: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 7 - Jarama and Guadalajara https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_16 After the Nationalist attack on Madrid was stopped, they shifted tactics and attempted to surround the capital with an attack from the south across the Jarama river and from the north near Guadalajara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the Nationalist attack on Madrid was stopped, they shifted tactics and attempted to surround the capital with an attack from the south across the Jarama river and from the north near Guadalajara. After the Nationalist attack on Madrid was stopped, they shifted tactics and attempted to surround the capital with an attack from the south across the Jarama river and from the north near Guadalajara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the Nationalist attack on Madrid was stopped, they shifted tactics and attempted to surround the capital with an attack from the south across the Jarama river and from the north near Guadalajara.

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]]> 1595 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 10: Milicianas with Jessica McIvor https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_15 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess McIvor, a PhD researcher to discuss the portrayal of women fighters during the Spanish Civil War. One of the really interesting pieces of the story of the Civil War is how it interacted with the views of the different groups around what they felt Spanish society was and should be. The presence of women within the militia units early in the war gave this ideological conflict a greater urgency and focus. Jess also mentions several excellent authors throughout the interview, which you can find linked to on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess McIvor, a PhD researcher to discuss the portrayal of women fighters during the Spanish Civil War. One of the really interesting pieces of the story of the Civil War is how... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess McIvor, a PhD researcher to discuss the portrayal of women fighters during the Spanish Civil War. One of the really interesting pieces of the story of the Civil War is how it interacted with the views of the different groups around what they felt Spanish society was and should be. The presence of women within the militia units early in the war gave this ideological conflict a greater urgency and focus. Jess also mentions several excellent authors throughout the interview, which you can find linked to on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Jess McIvor, a PhD researcher to discuss the portrayal of women fighters during the Spanish Civil War. One of the really interesting pieces of the story of the Civil War is how it interacted with the views of the different groups around what they felt Spanish society was and should be. The presence of women within the militia units early in the war gave this ideological conflict a greater urgency and focus. Jess also mentions several excellent authors throughout the interview, which you can find linked to on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews.

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]]> 1743 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 9: Stalin's Niños with Dr. Karl Qualls https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_8 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Karl Qualls to discuss his research into the Spanish child refugees that would make their way to the Soviet Union during the Spanish Civil War. These children would have unique experiences during their time within the Soviet Union, first expected to be a few months, turned into years and then decades. Many of them would never be able to openly return to Spain, and the Soviet Union would become their new home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Karl Qualls to discuss his research into the Spanish child refugees that would make their way to the Soviet Union during the Spanish Civil War. These children would have... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Karl Qualls to discuss his research into the Spanish child refugees that would make their way to the Soviet Union during the Spanish Civil War. These children would have unique experiences during their time within the Soviet Union, first expected to be a few months, turned into years and then decades. Many of them would never be able to openly return to Spain, and the Soviet Union would become their new home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Karl Qualls to discuss his research into the Spanish child refugees that would make their way to the Soviet Union during the Spanish Civil War. These children would have unique experiences during their time within the Soviet Union, first expected to be a few months, turned into years and then decades. Many of them would never be able to openly return to Spain, and the Soviet Union would become their new home.

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]]> 2133 no 41: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 6 - International Involvement https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_15 While the Spanish Civil War was Spanish in both origin and participation, there would be both diplomatic and military involvement from other nations around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay While the Spanish Civil War was Spanish in both origin and participation, there would be both diplomatic and military involvement from other nations around the world. While the Spanish Civil War was Spanish in both origin and participation, there would be both diplomatic and military involvement from other nations around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Spanish Civil War was Spanish in both origin and participation, there would be both diplomatic and military involvement from other nations around the world.

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]]> 1751 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 8: Basque Children with Dr. Ed Packard https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_5 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Ed Packard from the Basque Children Association. We discussed the story of the 4000 children that were brought to Britain in 1937. These children came to Britain at a time when their homes and their families were in serious danger, and their story is a mixture of fascinating and heartbreaking. If you want to learn more you go go to basquechildren.org, which I have included a link for in the show notes and on the podcast's website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Ed Packard from the Basque Children Association. We discussed the story of the 4000 children that were brought to Britain in 1937. These children came to Britain at a time when... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Ed Packard from the Basque Children Association. We discussed the story of the 4000 children that were brought to Britain in 1937. These children came to Britain at a time when their homes and their families were in serious danger, and their story is a mixture of fascinating and heartbreaking. If you want to learn more you go go to basquechildren.org, which I have included a link for in the show notes and on the podcast's website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Ed Packard from the Basque Children Association. We discussed the story of the 4000 children that were brought to Britain in 1937. These children came to Britain at a time when their homes and their families were in serious danger, and their story is a mixture of fascinating and heartbreaking. If you want to learn more you go go to basquechildren.org, which I have included a link for in the show notes and on the podcast's website.

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]]> 2878 no 40: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 5 - Madrid https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_13 Madrid was the capital of Spain, and with its location in the center of the Iberian peninsula it was within striking distance of a nationalist advance. Capturing the city would be a huge political victory for the Nationalists, and so it would be the site of one of the first major battles of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Madrid was the capital of Spain, and with its location in the center of the Iberian peninsula it was within striking distance of a nationalist advance. Capturing the city would be a huge political victory for the Nationalists, and so it would be the... Madrid was the capital of Spain, and with its location in the center of the Iberian peninsula it was within striking distance of a nationalist advance. Capturing the city would be a huge political victory for the Nationalists, and so it would be the site of one of the first major battles of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Madrid was the capital of Spain, and with its location in the center of the Iberian peninsula it was within striking distance of a nationalist advance. Capturing the city would be a huge political victory for the Nationalists, and so it would be the site of one of the first major battles of the Civil War.

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]]> 1467 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 7: International Brigades with Alexander Clifford https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_2 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Alexander Clifford to discuss the International Brigades which would be such an important part of the Spanish Civil War. These groups of international volunteers would bolster the Republican cause, both from a public relations perspective as well as on the battlefields of Spain. We discussed why these individuals chose to go to Spain, what they experienced during their time fighting in the war, and their view of the war when it was over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Alexander Clifford to discuss the International Brigades which would be such an important part of the Spanish Civil War. These groups of international volunteers would bolster... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Alexander Clifford to discuss the International Brigades which would be such an important part of the Spanish Civil War. These groups of international volunteers would bolster the Republican cause, both from a public relations perspective as well as on the battlefields of Spain. We discussed why these individuals chose to go to Spain, what they experienced during their time fighting in the war, and their view of the war when it was over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Alexander Clifford to discuss the International Brigades which would be such an important part of the Spanish Civil War. These groups of international volunteers would bolster the Republican cause, both from a public relations perspective as well as on the battlefields of Spain. We discussed why these individuals chose to go to Spain, what they experienced during their time fighting in the war, and their view of the war when it was over.

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]]> 2083 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 6: British Public and the Civil War with Harry Taylor https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_14 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Harry Taylor, a PhD researcher who focuses on the reaction of Britain to the Spanish Civil War. Harry has done a lot of research into information like how the Civil War was portrayed in British newspapers and the grassroots efforts to try and assist those experiencing hardship in Spain. We talked about many different topics, including milk tokens, a very ingenious way of bringing awareness to the public and of raising money for powdered milk to send to Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 15 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Harry Taylor, a PhD researcher who focuses on the reaction of Britain to the Spanish Civil War. Harry has done a lot of research into information like how the Civil War was... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Harry Taylor, a PhD researcher who focuses on the reaction of Britain to the Spanish Civil War. Harry has done a lot of research into information like how the Civil War was portrayed in British newspapers and the grassroots efforts to try and assist those experiencing hardship in Spain. We talked about many different topics, including milk tokens, a very ingenious way of bringing awareness to the public and of raising money for powdered milk to send to Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Harry Taylor, a PhD researcher who focuses on the reaction of Britain to the Spanish Civil War. Harry has done a lot of research into information like how the Civil War was portrayed in British newspapers and the grassroots efforts to try and assist those experiencing hardship in Spain. We talked about many different topics, including milk tokens, a very ingenious way of bringing awareness to the public and of raising money for powdered milk to send to Spain.

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]]> 1719 no 39: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 4 - Disagreements https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_12 In this episode we will discuss how the Republican zone of control was organized and some of the disagreements between the various factions. As these disagreements will be an essential theme of this entire series of episodes, this will not be the last time we discuss it. We will also end this episode with some discussion of the role of women within the Republic, and how that participation differed from the gender expectations before the war, and also how the Nationalists used that difference as part of their propaganda campaign. A few of the interviews will also focus on this topic, with some excellent individuals who are far more knowledgeable about the subject than I am. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:05:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In this episode we will discuss how the Republican zone of control was organized and some of the disagreements between the various factions. As these disagreements will be an essential theme of this entire series of episodes, this will not be the last... In this episode we will discuss how the Republican zone of control was organized and some of the disagreements between the various factions. As these disagreements will be an essential theme of this entire series of episodes, this will not be the last time we discuss it. We will also end this episode with some discussion of the role of women within the Republic, and how that participation differed from the gender expectations before the war, and also how the Nationalists used that difference as part of their propaganda campaign. A few of the interviews will also focus on this topic, with some excellent individuals who are far more knowledgeable about the subject than I am. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode we will discuss how the Republican zone of control was organized and some of the disagreements between the various factions. As these disagreements will be an essential theme of this entire series of episodes, this will not be the last time we discuss it. We will also end this episode with some discussion of the role of women within the Republic, and how that participation differed from the gender expectations before the war, and also how the Nationalists used that difference as part of their propaganda campaign. A few of the interviews will also focus on this topic, with some excellent individuals who are far more knowledgeable about the subject than I am.

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]]> 1343 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 5: Cuban Antifascism with Dr. Ariel Lambe https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_11 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Ariel Lambe from the University of Connecticut to discuss her book No Barrier Can Contain It: Cuban Antifascism and the Spanish Civil War as well as her ongoing researching into Cuban antifascism in the period surrounding the Spanish Civil War. My conversation with Dr. Lambe was fascinating, and provided unique insight into events in Cuba before and after the Civil War, and how those events were both related to events in Spain and uniquely Cuban. Cuba was in a somewhat unique position given its colonial past and its continuing connections with Spain and its rich history. We also discussed the somewhat unique role that Cuban volunteers in Spain would play due to their bilingual and international nature. One of the topics that I knew nothing about that we touched on near the end of our interview was the effects that the civil war had on the political situation within Cuba, and how it played a role in altering the course of Cuban history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Ariel Lambe from the University of Connecticut to discuss her book No Barrier Can Contain It: Cuban Antifascism and the Spanish Civil War as well as her ongoing researching... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Ariel Lambe from the University of Connecticut to discuss her book No Barrier Can Contain It: Cuban Antifascism and the Spanish Civil War as well as her ongoing researching into Cuban antifascism in the period surrounding the Spanish Civil War. My conversation with Dr. Lambe was fascinating, and provided unique insight into events in Cuba before and after the Civil War, and how those events were both related to events in Spain and uniquely Cuban. Cuba was in a somewhat unique position given its colonial past and its continuing connections with Spain and its rich history. We also discussed the somewhat unique role that Cuban volunteers in Spain would play due to their bilingual and international nature. One of the topics that I knew nothing about that we touched on near the end of our interview was the effects that the civil war had on the political situation within Cuba, and how it played a role in altering the course of Cuban history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Ariel Lambe from the University of Connecticut to discuss her book No Barrier Can Contain It: Cuban Antifascism and the Spanish Civil War as well as her ongoing researching into Cuban antifascism in the period surrounding the Spanish Civil War. My conversation with Dr. Lambe was fascinating, and provided unique insight into events in Cuba before and after the Civil War, and how those events were both related to events in Spain and uniquely Cuban. Cuba was in a somewhat unique position given its colonial past and its continuing connections with Spain and its rich history. We also discussed the somewhat unique role that Cuban volunteers in Spain would play due to their bilingual and international nature. One of the topics that I knew nothing about that we touched on near the end of our interview was the effects that the civil war had on the political situation within Cuba, and how it played a role in altering the course of Cuban history.

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]]> 2333 no 38: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 3 - Violence https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_11 We check in with the leadership situation in the aftermath of the coup, and then discuss the violence of the opening months of what was rapidly becoming a civil war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay We check in with the leadership situation in the aftermath of the coup, and then discuss the violence of the opening months of what was rapidly becoming a civil war. We check in with the leadership situation in the aftermath of the coup, and then discuss the violence of the opening months of what was rapidly becoming a civil war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We check in with the leadership situation in the aftermath of the coup, and then discuss the violence of the opening months of what was rapidly becoming a civil war.

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]]> 1262 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 4: Transnational Anarchism with Dr. Morris Brodie https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_1 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Morris Brodie. One of the major reasons I wanted to do this interview series was to talk to people who had done research into the reactions of people outside of Spain to the events occurring within Spain. It can be challenging to research this myself given the scale of the world, and I was very excited with Dr. Brodie agreed to do the interview. Dr. Brodie is the author of Transatlantic Anarchism During the Spanish Civil War and Revolution, 1936-1939: Fury Over Spain which discusses the anarchist movements in Britain, Ireland, and the United States before and during the Spanish Civil War. This will be just the first of several interviews in which we discuss how various groups around the world viewed the Spanish Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 03 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Morris Brodie. One of the major reasons I wanted to do this interview series was to talk to people who had done research into the reactions of people outside of Spain to the... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Morris Brodie. One of the major reasons I wanted to do this interview series was to talk to people who had done research into the reactions of people outside of Spain to the events occurring within Spain. It can be challenging to research this myself given the scale of the world, and I was very excited with Dr. Brodie agreed to do the interview. Dr. Brodie is the author of Transatlantic Anarchism During the Spanish Civil War and Revolution, 1936-1939: Fury Over Spain which discusses the anarchist movements in Britain, Ireland, and the United States before and during the Spanish Civil War. This will be just the first of several interviews in which we discuss how various groups around the world viewed the Spanish Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Morris Brodie. One of the major reasons I wanted to do this interview series was to talk to people who had done research into the reactions of people outside of Spain to the events occurring within Spain. It can be challenging to research this myself given the scale of the world, and I was very excited with Dr. Brodie agreed to do the interview. Dr. Brodie is the author of Transatlantic Anarchism During the Spanish Civil War and Revolution, 1936-1939: Fury Over Spain which discusses the anarchist movements in Britain, Ireland, and the United States before and during the Spanish Civil War. This will be just the first of several interviews in which we discuss how various groups around the world viewed the Spanish Civil War.

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]]> 1863 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 3: Spanish Anarchism during the Civil War with Dr. Danny Evans https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_12 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War series I chatted with Dr. Danny Evans. Some of our previous interviews in this series revolved around Anarchism, and this time I discussed the Anarchist movement during the Civil War. We discussed the preparedness of the Anarchist groups for the war, their reactions to the start of the conflict, and then many of the political developments that occurred within the Republican camp as the Civil War developed. One topic that we discuss, that I think is worth reiterating here before the episode begins is that it can be easy to categorize people into certain political ideologies based on their self-categorization or due to the groups that they belong to. However, when looking at historical individuals or movements, it is far more important to look not at their statements or titles, but instead at their actions. This is true for Communists like we discuss in this episode, but can also be applied to many other groups at almost any time in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War series I chatted with Dr. Danny Evans. Some of our previous interviews in this series revolved around Anarchism, and this time I discussed the Anarchist movement during the Civil War. We discussed the... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War series I chatted with Dr. Danny Evans. Some of our previous interviews in this series revolved around Anarchism, and this time I discussed the Anarchist movement during the Civil War. We discussed the preparedness of the Anarchist groups for the war, their reactions to the start of the conflict, and then many of the political developments that occurred within the Republican camp as the Civil War developed. One topic that we discuss, that I think is worth reiterating here before the episode begins is that it can be easy to categorize people into certain political ideologies based on their self-categorization or due to the groups that they belong to. However, when looking at historical individuals or movements, it is far more important to look not at their statements or titles, but instead at their actions. This is true for Communists like we discuss in this episode, but can also be applied to many other groups at almost any time in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War series I chatted with Dr. Danny Evans. Some of our previous interviews in this series revolved around Anarchism, and this time I discussed the Anarchist movement during the Civil War. We discussed the preparedness of the Anarchist groups for the war, their reactions to the start of the conflict, and then many of the political developments that occurred within the Republican camp as the Civil War developed. One topic that we discuss, that I think is worth reiterating here before the episode begins is that it can be easy to categorize people into certain political ideologies based on their self-categorization or due to the groups that they belong to. However, when looking at historical individuals or movements, it is far more important to look not at their statements or titles, but instead at their actions. This is true for Communists like we discuss in this episode, but can also be applied to many other groups at almost any time in history.

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]]> 2772 no 37: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 2 - The Coup of July 1936 https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_10 As political unrest escalated military leaders all across Spain and Morocco began to put in place a plan to drastically alter the situation in Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay As political unrest escalated military leaders all across Spain and Morocco began to put in place a plan to drastically alter the situation in Spain. As political unrest escalated military leaders all across Spain and Morocco began to put in place a plan to drastically alter the situation in Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As political unrest escalated military leaders all across Spain and Morocco began to put in place a plan to drastically alter the situation in Spain.

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]]> 1631 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 2: Asturian Revolution with Dr. Matthew Kerry https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_6 On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Matthew Kerry the author of Unite, Proletarian Brothers! Radicalism and Republicanism in the Second Spanish Republic which was released earlier this year. Our discussion focused on the events in Asturias, a region of Spain, in 1934. During October 1934, there would be a national strike throughout Spain, and in most areas this strike would be either quickly broken up or would rapidly burn itself out. However in Asturias the strike would morph into a true revolution and for two weeks Asturias would be under the control of revolutionary committees. In the end 1700 people would be killed in Asturias, and 260 members of the Spanish military. One of the topics that we touch on near the end and which I think is really important is the role that Asturias would play in Franco's narrative of imminent and very possible revolution during and after the events of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Matthew Kerry the author of Unite, Proletarian Brothers! Radicalism and Republicanism in the Second Spanish Republic which was released earlier this year. Our discussion... On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Matthew Kerry the author of Unite, Proletarian Brothers! Radicalism and Republicanism in the Second Spanish Republic which was released earlier this year. Our discussion focused on the events in Asturias, a region of Spain, in 1934. During October 1934, there would be a national strike throughout Spain, and in most areas this strike would be either quickly broken up or would rapidly burn itself out. However in Asturias the strike would morph into a true revolution and for two weeks Asturias would be under the control of revolutionary committees. In the end 1700 people would be killed in Asturias, and 260 members of the Spanish military. One of the topics that we touch on near the end and which I think is really important is the role that Asturias would play in Franco's narrative of imminent and very possible revolution during and after the events of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of our Spanish Civil War Interview Series I was joined by Dr. Matthew Kerry the author of Unite, Proletarian Brothers! Radicalism and Republicanism in the Second Spanish Republic which was released earlier this year. Our discussion focused on the events in Asturias, a region of Spain, in 1934. During October 1934, there would be a national strike throughout Spain, and in most areas this strike would be either quickly broken up or would rapidly burn itself out. However in Asturias the strike would morph into a true revolution and for two weeks Asturias would be under the control of revolutionary committees. In the end 1700 people would be killed in Asturias, and 260 members of the Spanish military. One of the topics that we touch on near the end and which I think is really important is the role that Asturias would play in Franco's narrative of imminent and very possible revolution during and after the events of the Civil War.

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]]> 3139 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 1: Spanish Anarchism with Dr. James Yeoman https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_10 This is our first episode in our Spanish Civil War interview series. In the decades before the Spanish Civil War Spain had experienced a very rocky political period. The Spanish economy had been somewhat precarious even before the economic upheavals of the First World War, and the resulting economic booms and busts of that war would set the country up for a tumultuous 1920s and 1930s. There were many different political beliefs present in Spain at this time, and one political ideology that would gain a lot of traction within Spain was Anarchism. In the following interview I chatted with Dr. James Yeoman to discuss why the Anarchist movement was so well supported within Spain, and how the role of anarchist groups both within Spain and as viewed by international Anarchists, played an important role in the years before the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Dec 2020 06:20:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay This is our first episode in our Spanish Civil War interview series. In the decades before the Spanish Civil War Spain had experienced a very rocky political period. The Spanish economy had been somewhat precarious even before the economic upheavals... This is our first episode in our Spanish Civil War interview series. In the decades before the Spanish Civil War Spain had experienced a very rocky political period. The Spanish economy had been somewhat precarious even before the economic upheavals of the First World War, and the resulting economic booms and busts of that war would set the country up for a tumultuous 1920s and 1930s. There were many different political beliefs present in Spain at this time, and one political ideology that would gain a lot of traction within Spain was Anarchism. In the following interview I chatted with Dr. James Yeoman to discuss why the Anarchist movement was so well supported within Spain, and how the role of anarchist groups both within Spain and as viewed by international Anarchists, played an important role in the years before the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is our first episode in our Spanish Civil War interview series. In the decades before the Spanish Civil War Spain had experienced a very rocky political period. The Spanish economy had been somewhat precarious even before the economic upheavals of the First World War, and the resulting economic booms and busts of that war would set the country up for a tumultuous 1920s and 1930s. There were many different political beliefs present in Spain at this time, and one political ideology that would gain a lot of traction within Spain was Anarchism. In the following interview I chatted with Dr. James Yeoman to discuss why the Anarchist movement was so well supported within Spain, and how the role of anarchist groups both within Spain and as viewed by international Anarchists, played an important role in the years before the Civil War.

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]]> 3287 no Spanish Civil War Interview Series 0: Introduction https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_4 Over the last few months I have been recording interviews with a host of excellent guests. All of these interviews have been centered around one topic, the Spanish Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Dec 2020 06:00:02 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Over the last few months I have been recording interviews with a host of excellent guests. All of these interviews have been centered around one topic, the Spanish Civil War. Over the last few months I have been recording interviews with a host of excellent guests. All of these interviews have been centered around one topic, the Spanish Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 214 no HMS Warspite with Iain Ballantyne https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-intervie_16 This episode is the first interview for the podcast, but certainly not the last. Last week I released the Warspite special, when I did that I did the normal social media stuff, and when I posted on Twitter Iain Ballantyne was tagged. For every series of episodes for the podcast there is a foundational source, it is sometimes the book I read first, sometimes the book I find the most useful, but there is always something that functions as the baseline for all of my other research. For the Warspite special that episode was Mr. Ballantyne's Warspite. After a bit of back and forth on Twitter we ended up arranging an interview that was done just the past Wednesday, and I wanted to get it out as soon as possible. I hope you enjoy it, our conversation discussed a few pieces of the podcast, and some of the research that Mr. Ballantyne did for the book. If you would like to check out any of Mr. Ballantyne's books you can find a link in the show notes or on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews. You can look forward to more interviews starting on Sunday December 13th, at which point the Spanish Civil War Interview series will begin. Find other works by Iain Ballantyne at http://iainballantyne.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 11 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay This episode is the first interview for the podcast, but certainly not the last. Last week I released the Warspite special, when I did that I did the normal social media stuff, and when I posted on Twitter Iain Ballantyne was tagged. For every series... This episode is the first interview for the podcast, but certainly not the last. Last week I released the Warspite special, when I did that I did the normal social media stuff, and when I posted on Twitter Iain Ballantyne was tagged. For every series of episodes for the podcast there is a foundational source, it is sometimes the book I read first, sometimes the book I find the most useful, but there is always something that functions as the baseline for all of my other research. For the Warspite special that episode was Mr. Ballantyne's Warspite. After a bit of back and forth on Twitter we ended up arranging an interview that was done just the past Wednesday, and I wanted to get it out as soon as possible. I hope you enjoy it, our conversation discussed a few pieces of the podcast, and some of the research that Mr. Ballantyne did for the book. If you would like to check out any of Mr. Ballantyne's books you can find a link in the show notes or on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews. You can look forward to more interviews starting on Sunday December 13th, at which point the Spanish Civil War Interview series will begin. Find other works by Iain Ballantyne at http://iainballantyne.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode is the first interview for the podcast, but certainly not the last. Last week I released the Warspite special, when I did that I did the normal social media stuff, and when I posted on Twitter Iain Ballantyne was tagged. For every series of episodes for the podcast there is a foundational source, it is sometimes the book I read first, sometimes the book I find the most useful, but there is always something that functions as the baseline for all of my other research. For the Warspite special that episode was Mr. Ballantyne's Warspite. After a bit of back and forth on Twitter we ended up arranging an interview that was done just the past Wednesday, and I wanted to get it out as soon as possible. I hope you enjoy it, our conversation discussed a few pieces of the podcast, and some of the research that Mr. Ballantyne did for the book. If you would like to check out any of Mr. Ballantyne's books you can find a link in the show notes or on the website over at historyofthesecondworldwar.com/interviews. You can look forward to more interviews starting on Sunday December 13th, at which point the Spanish Civil War Interview series will begin.


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]]> 2177 no 36: Spanish Civil War Pt. 1 - The Second Republic https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_9 Spanish politics would have a rough and rocky century before the First World War, and the uncertainty was only beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Spanish politics would have a rough and rocky century before the First World War, and the uncertainty was only beginning. Spanish politics would have a rough and rocky century before the First World War, and the uncertainty was only beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Spanish politics would have a rough and rocky century before the First World War, and the uncertainty was only beginning.

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]]> 1721 no 35: The Second Italo-Ethiopian War Pt. 2 - Resolution https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_8 After the Italians moved into Ethiopia there was little doubt in how the war would end, unless another European power became involved. Sources: * Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith * Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott * 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt * Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman * Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent * The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante * The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy * The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde * Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann * Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo * The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi * The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern * The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr. * The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright * The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick * The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder * The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian * British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord * British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Dec 2020 02:35:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the Italians moved into Ethiopia there was little doubt in how the war would end, unless another European power became involved. Sources:* Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith* Black Nationalism and the... After the Italians moved into Ethiopia there was little doubt in how the war would end, unless another European power became involved. Sources: * Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith * Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott * 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt * Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman * Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent * The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante * The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy * The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde * Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann * Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo * The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi * The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern * The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr. * The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright * The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick * The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder * The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian * British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord * British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the Italians moved into Ethiopia there was little doubt in how the war would end, unless another European power became involved.


Sources:

* Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith

* Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott

* 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt

* Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman

* Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent

* The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante

* The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy

* The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde

* Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann

* Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo

* The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi

* The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern

* The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr.

* The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright

* The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick

* The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder

* The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian

* British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord

* British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson

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]]> 1541 no Special 1: HMS Warspite https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-special- A memorial stands near Prussia Cove in Southwest England, a small reminder of a ship that had served its purpose, defending a worldwide empire for 30 years and during some of its darkest days. It reads "HMS Warspite 1915 - 1945 Ran aground and broken up on these rocks 1947, her final haven. Known to all who served aboard her as The Grand Old Lady. May she with many gallant shipmates rest in peace."During this long episode we will discuss the entire life of the ship, from the design of the Queen Elizabeth class battleships that would be launched in 1915, through the First World War and Jutland, the great unknown of the interwar years, the refits of the 1920s and 1930s, into war once again in 1939, and then finally to Warspite's final campaigns in 1945 as an old, battered, and broken ship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 01 Dec 2020 06:00:17 -0000 full Wesley Livesay A memorial stands near Prussia Cove in Southwest England, a small reminder of a ship that had served its purpose, defending a worldwide empire for 30 years and during some of its darkest days. It reads "HMS Warspite 1915 - 1945 Ran aground and broken... A memorial stands near Prussia Cove in Southwest England, a small reminder of a ship that had served its purpose, defending a worldwide empire for 30 years and during some of its darkest days. It reads "HMS Warspite 1915 - 1945 Ran aground and broken up on these rocks 1947, her final haven. Known to all who served aboard her as The Grand Old Lady. May she with many gallant shipmates rest in peace."During this long episode we will discuss the entire life of the ship, from the design of the Queen Elizabeth class battleships that would be launched in 1915, through the First World War and Jutland, the great unknown of the interwar years, the refits of the 1920s and 1930s, into war once again in 1939, and then finally to Warspite's final campaigns in 1945 as an old, battered, and broken ship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
During this long episode we will discuss the entire life of the ship, from the design of the Queen Elizabeth class battleships that would be launched in 1915, through the First World War and Jutland, the great unknown of the interwar years, the refits of the 1920s and 1930s, into war once again in 1939, and then finally to Warspite's final campaigns in 1945 as an old, battered, and broken ship.

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]]> 5200 no 34: The Second Italo-Ethiopian War Pt. 1 - Invasion https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_7 In October 1935 Italian forces would invade Ethiopia ending months of negotiations and discussions that attempted to find a peaceful end to tensions that had been growing for over a year. Sources: * Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith * Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott * 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt * Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman * Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent * The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante * The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy * The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde * Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann * Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo * The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi * The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern * The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr. * The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright * The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick * The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder * The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian * British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord * British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Nov 2020 06:05:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In October 1935 Italian forces would invade Ethiopia ending months of negotiations and discussions that attempted to find a peaceful end to tensions that had been growing for over a year.Sources:* Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis,... In October 1935 Italian forces would invade Ethiopia ending months of negotiations and discussions that attempted to find a peaceful end to tensions that had been growing for over a year. Sources: * Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith * Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott * 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt * Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman * Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent * The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante * The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy * The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde * Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann * Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo * The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi * The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern * The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr. * The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright * The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick * The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder * The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian * British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord * British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In October 1935 Italian forces would invade Ethiopia ending months of negotiations and discussions that attempted to find a peaceful end to tensions that had been growing for over a year.


Sources:

* Great Britain and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935-1936 by Louis John Smith

* Black Nationalism and the Italo-Ethiopian Conflict 1934-1936 by William r. Scott

* 'No More Hoares to Pairs': British Foreign policymaking and the Abyssinian Crisis, 1935 by Andrew Holt

* Canada, Sanctions, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935 by Brock Millman

* Between Rome and London: Pius XI, the Catholic Church, and the Abyssinian Crisis of 1935-1936 by Peter C. Kent

* The Catholic Missions, British West African Nationalists, and the Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-36 by S.K.B. Asante

* The Effect of Italy's Expansionist Policies on Anglo-Egyptian Relations in 1935 by L. Morsy

* The Ethiopian Intelligentsia and the Italo-Ethiopian War, 1935-1941 by Bahru Zewde

* Imperial Links: The Italian-Ethiopian War and Japanese New Order Thinking, 1935-36 by Reto Hofmann

* Imperial Defense in the Mediterranean on the Eve of the Ethiopian Crisis (July-October 1935) by Rosario Quartararo

* The Japanese and the Italo-Ethiopian Crisis, 1935-36 by S.O. Agbi

* The League's Handling of the Italo-Abyssinian Dispute by Alfred Zimmern

* The Machinery of British Policy in the Ethiopian Crisis by Gaines Post Jr.

* The Test of Aggression in the Italo-Ethiopian War by Quincy Wright

* The Hoare-Laval Plan: A Study in International Politics by Henderson B. Braddick

* The Royal Navy and the Ethiopian Crisis of 1935-36 by Arthur Marder

* The World Crisis of 1936 by Marquess of Lothian

* British West Indian Reaction to the Italian-Ethiopian War: An Episode in Pan-Africanism by Robert G. Weisbord

* British Policy in East Africa, March 1891-May 1935 by James C. Robertson

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]]> 1520 no 33: The Third Reich Pt. 19 - The Rhineland https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_6 In early 1936 German troops would move into the Rhineland, in violation of the Treaty of Versailles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:12:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In early 1936 German troops would move into the Rhineland, in violation of the Treaty of Versailles. In early 1936 German troops would move into the Rhineland, in violation of the Treaty of Versailles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In early 1936 German troops would move into the Rhineland, in violation of the Treaty of Versailles.

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]]> 1713 no 32: The Third Reich Pt. 18 - Rearmament https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_5 The Nazi leaders were planning for a war, but to fight a war they needed an army, equipment, and an economy that could support both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Nov 2020 02:59:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Nazi leaders were planning for a war, but to fight a war they needed an army, equipment, and an economy that could support both. The Nazi leaders were planning for a war, but to fight a war they needed an army, equipment, and an economy that could support both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Nazi leaders were planning for a war, but to fight a war they needed an army, equipment, and an economy that could support both.

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]]> 1448 no 31: The Third Reich Pt. 17 - Nuremberg Laws and the Saar https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_4 This episode is a bit of a grab bag of topics. The Nazi government would put in place the Nuremberg Laws to further their discrimination against Jews, while also being unable to define who actually should be discriminated against. In early 1935 a small part of Germany would decide whether to join with France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay This episode is a bit of a grab bag of topics. The Nazi government would put in place the Nuremberg Laws to further their discrimination against Jews, while also being unable to define who actually should be discriminated against. In early 1935 a... This episode is a bit of a grab bag of topics. The Nazi government would put in place the Nuremberg Laws to further their discrimination against Jews, while also being unable to define who actually should be discriminated against. In early 1935 a small part of Germany would decide whether to join with France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode is a bit of a grab bag of topics. The Nazi government would put in place the Nuremberg Laws to further their discrimination against Jews, while also being unable to define who actually should be discriminated against. In early 1935 a small part of Germany would decide whether to join with France.

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]]> 1485 no 30: The Third Reich Pt. 16 - We Live in a Society https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_3 The Nazi leaders had goals, and those goals required changes to be made. The people, the church, and the children would be only some of the areas effected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Nazi leaders had goals, and those goals required changes to be made. The people, the church, and the children would be only some of the areas effected. The Nazi leaders had goals, and those goals required changes to be made. The people, the church, and the children would be only some of the areas effected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Nazi leaders had goals, and those goals required changes to be made. The people, the church, and the children would be only some of the areas effected.

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]]> 1409 no 29: The Third Reich Pt. 15 - Control https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_2 After attaining power changes would be made to German society, but before those changes could be made control had to be guaranteed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After attaining power changes would be made to German society, but before those changes could be made control had to be guaranteed. After attaining power changes would be made to German society, but before those changes could be made control had to be guaranteed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After attaining power changes would be made to German society, but before those changes could be made control had to be guaranteed.

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]]> 1355 no 28: The Third Reich Pt. 14 - Work Work Work https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode-_1 The Nazi government would come to power at the height of the worst unemployment crisis in Germany since the First World War. It was a problem that had to be addressed, and they would do so in many different ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Nazi government would come to power at the height of the worst unemployment crisis in Germany since the First World War. It was a problem that had to be addressed, and they would do so in many different ways. The Nazi government would come to power at the height of the worst unemployment crisis in Germany since the First World War. It was a problem that had to be addressed, and they would do so in many different ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Nazi government would come to power at the height of the worst unemployment crisis in Germany since the First World War. It was a problem that had to be addressed, and they would do so in many different ways.

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]]> 1399 no 27: The Third Reich Pt. 13 - Show Me the Money https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/history-of-the-second-world-war-episode- While not a priority for the new Nazi government, the German economy would have to be considered if it wanted to accomplish its goals. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay While not a priority for the new Nazi government, the German economy would have to be considered if it wanted to accomplish its goals.Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1:... While not a priority for the new Nazi government, the German economy would have to be considered if it wanted to accomplish its goals. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While not a priority for the new Nazi government, the German economy would have to be considered if it wanted to accomplish its goals.



Sources:


The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1443 no 26: The Third Reich Pt. 12 - Night of the Long Knives https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/26-the-third-reich-pt-12-night-of-the-lo After asserting power in the political realm, it was time for the Nazi party to deal with the demon that it had created, the SA. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After asserting power in the political realm, it was time for the Nazi party to deal with the demon that it had created, the SA. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The... After asserting power in the political realm, it was time for the Nazi party to deal with the demon that it had created, the SA. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After asserting power in the political realm, it was time for the Nazi party to deal with the demon that it had created, the SA.



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The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


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The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


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The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1455 no 25: The Third Reich Pt. 11 - Changes https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/25-the-third-reich-pt-11-changes Throughout the Spring and Summer of 1933 the new Nazi regime would start to make changes, some big, some small, some just a small part of larger plans. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Throughout the Spring and Summer of 1933 the new Nazi regime would start to make changes, some big, some small, some just a small part of larger plans. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSources... Throughout the Spring and Summer of 1933 the new Nazi regime would start to make changes, some big, some small, some just a small part of larger plans. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Throughout the Spring and Summer of 1933 the new Nazi regime would start to make changes, some big, some small, some just a small part of larger plans.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1514 no 24: The Third Reich Pt. 10 - The Enabling Act https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/24-the-third-reich-pt-10-the-enabling-ac In the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, the scheduled election would be held in Germany. The results were surprising, but it did not prevent the Nazi leaders from moving forward with the next part of their plan, the Enabling Act. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, the scheduled election would be held in Germany. The results were surprising, but it did not prevent the Nazi leaders from moving forward with the next part of their plan, the Enabling Act. WebsitePatreon... In the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, the scheduled election would be held in Germany. The results were surprising, but it did not prevent the Nazi leaders from moving forward with the next part of their plan, the Enabling Act. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, the scheduled election would be held in Germany. The results were surprising, but it did not prevent the Nazi leaders from moving forward with the next part of their plan, the Enabling Act.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1503 no 23: The Third Reich Pt. 9 - The Reichstag Fire https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/23-the-third-reich-pt-9-the-reichstag-fi Just a month after the Nazi led government was created, an event with lasting ramifications would occur. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Just a month after the Nazi led government was created, an event with lasting ramifications would occur.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans... Just a month after the Nazi led government was created, an event with lasting ramifications would occur. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just a month after the Nazi led government was created, an event with lasting ramifications would occur.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1473 no 22: The Third Reich Pt. 8 - January 1933 https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/22-the-third-reich-pt-8-january-1933 January 1933 would see the end of the Schleicher government that lasted under two months, and on January 30th a new era in Germany would begin. Check out Pax Britannica: https://paxbritannica.info/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay January 1933 would see the end of the Schleicher government that lasted under two months, and on January 30th a new era in Germany would begin.Check out Pax Britannica: https://paxbritannica.info/WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail:... January 1933 would see the end of the Schleicher government that lasted under two months, and on January 30th a new era in Germany would begin. Check out Pax Britannica: https://paxbritannica.info/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices January 1933 would see the end of the Schleicher government that lasted under two months, and on January 30th a new era in Germany would begin.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1636 no 21: The Third Reich Pt. 7 - "We Will Win Ourselves to Death" https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/21-the-third-reich-pt-7-we-will-win-ours Another round of political chaos results in another national election, with disappointing results for the Nazi party. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Another round of political chaos results in another national election, with disappointing results for the Nazi party. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by... Another round of political chaos results in another national election, with disappointing results for the Nazi party. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Another round of political chaos results in another national election, with disappointing results for the Nazi party.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1538 no 20: The Third Reich Pt. 6 - The 1932 Presidential Election https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/20-the-third-reich-pt-6-the-1932-preside A German Presidential election was scheduled for 1932, and it would perfectly illustrate how divided the German political landscape had become. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay A German Presidential election was scheduled for 1932, and it would perfectly illustrate how divided the German political landscape had become.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming... A German Presidential election was scheduled for 1932, and it would perfectly illustrate how divided the German political landscape had become. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A German Presidential election was scheduled for 1932, and it would perfectly illustrate how divided the German political landscape had become.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1370 no 19: The Third Reich Pt. 5 - The Election that Broke Germany https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/19-the-third-reich-pt-5-the-election-tha The 1930 election would result in a drastic shift in German politics.  Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The 1930 election would result in a drastic shift in German politics.  WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War... The 1930 election would result in a drastic shift in German politics.  Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The 1930 election would result in a drastic shift in German politics. 

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Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1587 no 18: The Third Reich Pt. 4 - The Republic https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/18-the-third-reich-pt-4-the-republic The Weimar Republic would be dealt a poor hand, but they would make it worse. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Weimar Republic would be dealt a poor hand, but they would make it worse. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second... The Weimar Republic would be dealt a poor hand, but they would make it worse. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Weimar Republic would be dealt a poor hand, but they would make it worse.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1576 no 17: The Third Reich Pt. 3 - The New Nazi Party https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/17-the-third-reich-pt-3-the-new-nazi-par The middle years of the 1920s would be a challenging period for the Nazi Party as it tried to find its way. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. 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Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The middle years of the 1920s would be a challenging period for the Nazi Party as it tried to find its way.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1398 no 16: The Third Reich Pt. 2 - The Munich Years https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/16-the-third-reich-pt-2-the-munich-years In 1923 the National Socialists would try to move things along by launching a putsch in Munich, it would go very poorly. Links to some Mein Kampf translations can be found here: http://historyofthesecondworldwar.com/episodes/the-third-reich-supplements/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In 1923 the National Socialists would try to move things along by launching a putsch in Munich, it would go very poorly.Links to some Mein Kampf translations can be found here:... In 1923 the National Socialists would try to move things along by launching a putsch in Munich, it would go very poorly. Links to some Mein Kampf translations can be found here: http://historyofthesecondworldwar.com/episodes/the-third-reich-supplements/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1923 the National Socialists would try to move things along by launching a putsch in Munich, it would go very poorly.

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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1518 no 15: The Third Reich Pt. 1 - The Austrian https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/15-the-third-reich-pt-1-the-austrian Germany would play a critical role in driving events during the interwar period, and within Germany political volatility would cause drastic changes. Roadmap and full text of 25 points can be found here: http://historyofthesecondworldwar.com/episodes/the-third-reich-supplements/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Germany would play a critical role in driving events during the interwar period, and within Germany political volatility would cause drastic changes.Roadmap and full text of 25 points can be found here:... Germany would play a critical role in driving events during the interwar period, and within Germany political volatility would cause drastic changes. Roadmap and full text of 25 points can be found here: http://historyofthesecondworldwar.com/episodes/the-third-reich-supplements/ Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw The Third Reich by Thomas Childers The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956) France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952) The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955) The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969) Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964) Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948) The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr. The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill Learn more about your ad choices. 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The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans


Germany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram Wette


Hitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw


The Third Reich by Thomas Childers


The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy by Adam Tooze


The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich by William Shirer


France and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland, 1936 by Stephen A. Schuker


The First Capitulation: France and the Rhineland Crisis of 1936 by R.A.C. Parker (1956)


France, Germany, and the Saar by A.J.P. Taylor (1952)


The Franco-Polish Alliance and the Remilitarization of the Rhineland by George Sakwa


French Intelligence and Hitler's Rise to Power by Peter Jackson


Great Britain and the Saar Plebiscite of 13 January 1935 by C.J. Hill


Hitler, Intelligence and the Decision to Remilitarize the Rhine by Zach Shore


Hitler's Thirty Days to Power: January 1933 by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


Prologue to Peacekeeping: Ireland and the Saar, 1934-35 by Michael Kennedy


Fantasy and Reality in Nazi Work-Creation Programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


Causes and Consequences of the Plebiscite in the Saar by E.W (1955)


The Purge of the SA Reconsidered: "An Old Putschist Trick"? by Eleanor Hancock


The Remilitarization of the Rhineland and its Impact on the French-Polish Alliance by Roman D. Bicki (1969)


Rohm and Hitler: The Continuity of Political-Military Discord by David Jablonsky


The German Roman Catholic Hierarchy and the Saar Plebiscite of 1935 by Guenter Lewy (1964)


Saar Coal After Two World Wars by O.R. Reischer


Schacht's Regulation of Money and the Capital Markets by Arthur Schweitzer (1948)


The Myth of Chancellor Von Schleicher's Querfront Strategy by Henry Ashby Turner Jr.


The Struggle for Control of the German Economy by Amos E. Simpson


The Nazi State and German Society: A Brief History with Documents by Robert G. Moeller


Franz von Papen, Catholic Conservatives, and the Establishment of the Third Reich, 1933-1934 by Larry Eugene Jones


Franz von Papen, the German Center Party, and the Failure of Catholic Conservatism in the Weimar Republic by Larry Eugene Jones


British Establishment Perspectives on France, 1936-1940 by Michael Dockrill

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]]> 1596 no 14: The Great Depression Pt. 4 - Unemployment in Germany https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/14-the-great-depression-pt-4-unemploymen We end our series on the Great Depression by taking a deeper dive into how the German government chose to interact with rampant unemployment. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay We end our series on the Great Depression by taking a deeper dive into how the German government chose to interact with rampant unemployment. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesChina... We end our series on the Great Depression by taking a deeper dive into how the German government chose to interact with rampant unemployment. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We end our series on the Great Depression by taking a deeper dive into how the German government chose to interact with rampant unemployment.

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China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama



Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina



The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund



Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha



The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin



The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales



The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith



The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin



The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson



The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook



The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger



Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura



The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin



Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano



The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen



Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin

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]]> 1437 no 13: The Great Depression Pt. 3 - London and Paris https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/13-the-great-depression-pt-3-london-and- The Great Depression was a worldwide phenomenon, but in this episode we focus on just two states: France and Britain. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Great Depression was a worldwide phenomenon, but in this episode we focus on just two states: France and Britain.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesChina During the Great Depression:... The Great Depression was a worldwide phenomenon, but in this episode we focus on just two states: France and Britain. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Great Depression was a worldwide phenomenon, but in this episode we focus on just two states: France and Britain.

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China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama



Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina



The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund



Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha



The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin



The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales



The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith



The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin



The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson



The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook



The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger



Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura



The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin



Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano



The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen



Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin

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]]> 1760 no 12: The Great Depression Pt. 2 - The Depression https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/12-the-great-depression-pt-2-the-depress In the early 1930s the depression would spread around the globe. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In the early 1930s the depression would spread around the globe. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesChina During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by... In the early 1930s the depression would spread around the globe. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the early 1930s the depression would spread around the globe.

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China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama



Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina



The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund



Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha



The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin



The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales



The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith



The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin



The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson



The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook



The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger



Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura



The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin



Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano



The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen



Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin

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]]> 1527 no 11: The Great Depression Pt. 1 - The Crash https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/11-the-great-depression-pt-1-the-crash The Great Depression would have many causes, this episode discusses two of them. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Great Depression would have many causes, this episode discusses two of them.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesChina During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy,... The Great Depression would have many causes, this episode discusses two of them. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Great Depression would have many causes, this episode discusses two of them.

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China During the Great Depression: Market, State, and the World Economy, 1929-1937 by Tomoko Shiroyama



Germany and the Great Depression by Dieter Petzina



The Global Impact of the Great Depression: 1929-1939 by Dietmar Rothermund



Japan and World Depression: Then and Now Edited By Ronald Dore and Radha Sinha



The Failure of Economic Diplomacy: Britain, Germany, France and the United States 1931-36 by Patricia Clavin



The Forgotten Man by Amity Shales



The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith



The Great Depression in Europe, 1929-1939 by Patricia Clavin



The Politics of Depression in France 1923-1936 by Julian Jackson



The Slump: Britain and the Great Depression by John Stevenson and Chris Cook



The World in Depression 1929-1939 by Charles Kindleberger



Unemployment and the Great Depression in Weimar Germany Edited By Peter D. Stachura



The Gold Standard and the Great Depression by Barry Eichengreen and Peter Temin



Life Expectancy during the Great Depression in Eleven European Countries by Tim A. Bruckner, Andrew Noymer, and Ralph A. Catalano



The Origins and Nature of the Great Slump Revisited by Barry Eichengreen



Socialism and Wages in the Recovery from the Great Depression in the United States and Germany by Peter Temin

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]]> 1561 no 10: Rise of Mussolini Pt. 4 - The Italian Fascist State https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/10-rise-of-mussolini-pt-4-the-italian-fa Italy represented the first nation to come under the control of a Fascist government, and they would do everything in their power to keep it that way. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Italy represented the first nation to come under the control of a Fascist government, and they would do everything in their power to keep it that way.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSources... Italy represented the first nation to come under the control of a Fascist government, and they would do everything in their power to keep it that way. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Italy represented the first nation to come under the control of a Fascist government, and they would do everything in their power to keep it that way.

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The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone


The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich


Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether


The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo


Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth


The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan


The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton


Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz


The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich


Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett


Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp


Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse


Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza


Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy


Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis


Fascists by Michael Mann


The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton


The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards


Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse


How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts


Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli


Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner


National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer


The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin


The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne


Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper

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]]> 1996 no 9: Rise of Mussolini Pt. 3 - Prime Minister Mussolini https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/9-rise-of-mussolini-pt-3-prime-minister- After the March on Rome Mussolini would be made Prime Minister. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the March on Rome Mussolini would be made Prime Minister.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesFascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio... After the March on Rome Mussolini would be made Prime Minister. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the March on Rome Mussolini would be made Prime Minister.

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Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile


Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski


The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone


The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich


Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether


The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo


Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth


The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan


The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton


Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz


The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich


Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett


Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp


Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse


Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza


Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy


Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis


Fascists by Michael Mann


The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton


The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards


Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse


How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts


Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli


Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner


National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer


The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin


The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne


Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper

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]]> 1563 no 8: Rise of Mussolini Pt. 2 - March on Rome https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/8-rise-of-mussolini-pt-2-march-on-rome In October 1922 the Fascists would take an important step, and they would stage a March on Rome. The results were as good as they could have possibly imagined. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay In October 1922 the Fascists would take an important step, and they would stage a March on Rome. The results were as good as they could have possibly imagined.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com... In October 1922 the Fascists would take an important step, and they would stage a March on Rome. The results were as good as they could have possibly imagined. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In October 1922 the Fascists would take an important step, and they would stage a March on Rome. The results were as good as they could have possibly imagined.

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Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile


Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski


The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone


The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich


Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether


The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo


Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth


The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan


The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton


Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz


The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich


Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett


Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp


Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse


Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza


Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy


Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis


Fascists by Michael Mann


The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton


The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards


Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse


How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts


Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli


Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner


National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer


The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin


The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne


Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper

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]]> 1481 no 7: Rise of Mussolini Pt. 1 - Fascism https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/7-rise-of-mussolini-pt-1-fascism The rise of Fascism throughout Europe, beginning in Italy, would be an important catalyst for future events. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The rise of Fascism throughout Europe, beginning in Italy, would be an important catalyst for future events.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesFascism in Italian Historiography: In Search... The rise of Fascism throughout Europe, beginning in Italy, would be an important catalyst for future events. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis Fascists by Michael Mann The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The rise of Fascism throughout Europe, beginning in Italy, would be an important catalyst for future events.

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Fascism in Italian Historiography: In Search of an Individual Historical Identity by Emilio Gentile


Fascism, Industrialism, and Socialism: The Case of Italy by Albert Szymanski


The Fascist Revolution in Italy: A Brief History in Documents by Marla Stone


The Fiftieth year of the "March on Rome": Recent Interpretations of Fascism by Charles Keserich


Italian Intellectuals Under Fascism by Emiliana P. Noether


The Meaning of Fascism in Italy: Fifty Years After the Fall by Philip V. Cannestraro, Claudio G. Segre, Alexander De Grand, and Furo Columbo


Mussolini's Italy by R.J.B. Bosworth


The Force of Destiny: A History of Italy Since 1796 by Christopher Duggan


The Seizure of Power: Fascism in Italy 1919-1929 by Adrian Lyttelton


Austro-Marxist Interpretation of Fascism by Gerhard Botz


The British Labour Press and Italian Fascism, 1922-25 by Charles Keserich


Communist Theories of Fascism, 1920-1935 by John M. Cammett


Fascinating Fascism by Jeffrey T. Schnapp


Fascism and the French Revolution by George L. Mosse


Fascism from below? A Comparative Perspective on the Japanese Right, 1931-1936 by Gregory J. Kasza


Fascism, National Socialism and Conservatives in Europe, 1914-1945: Issues for Comparativists by Carl Levy


Fascist Ideology: Territory and expansionism in Italy and Germany, 1922-1945 by Aristotle A. Kallis


Fascists by Michael Mann


The Five Stages of Fascism by Robert O. Paxton


The Foreign Office and Fascism 1924-1929 by P.G. Edwards


Introduction: The Genesis of Fascism by George L. Mosse


How Not to Think about Fascism and Ideology, Intellectual Antecedents and Historical Meaning by David D. Roberts


Interpretations of the Origins of Fascism by Roberto Vivarelli


Italian Fascism: Whatever Happened to Dictatorship? by Paul Corner


National Socialism: Totalitarianism or Fascism? by Wolfgang Sauer


The Nature of Fascism by Roger Griffin


The Origins and Nature of Fascism and Nazism in Europe by John Horne


Pacifism, Feminism, and Fascism in Inter-War France by Sandi E. Cooper

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]]> 1560 no 6: League of Nations Pt. 3 - Failure https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/6-league-of-nations-pt-3-failure During the 1920s and 1930s the League of Nations would have many issues when attempting to execute on one of its most important goals, disarmament. It would not be the only challenge that the League would face in the 1930s. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay During the 1920s and 1930s the League of Nations would have many issues when attempting to execute on one of its most important goals, disarmament. It would not be the only challenge that the League would face in the 1930s.WebsitePatreonTwitter... During the 1920s and 1930s the League of Nations would have many issues when attempting to execute on one of its most important goals, disarmament. It would not be the only challenge that the League would face in the 1930s. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the 1920s and 1930s the League of Nations would have many issues when attempting to execute on one of its most important goals, disarmament. It would not be the only challenge that the League would face in the 1930s.

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Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye


A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters


The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen


In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman


Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton


Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels


Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen


A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies


The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey


The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan


Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman


Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi


The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck


The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink


Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone


The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy


The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev


Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu


Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower


The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd


The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster


Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu

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]]> 1528 no 5: League of Nations Pt. 2 - Around the World https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/5-league-of-nations-pt-2-around-the-worl Among its many goals the League of Nations hoped to oversee a new way for European colonialism to manifest around the world. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:28:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Among its many goals the League of Nations hoped to oversee a new way for European colonialism to manifest around the world.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSources:Global Community: The Role... Among its many goals the League of Nations hoped to oversee a new way for European colonialism to manifest around the world. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Among its many goals the League of Nations hoped to oversee a new way for European colonialism to manifest around the world.

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Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye


A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters


The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen


In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman


Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton


Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels


Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen


A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies


The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey


The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan


Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman


Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi


The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck


The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink


Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone


The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy


The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev


Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu


Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower


The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd


The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster


Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu

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]]> 1507 no 4: League of Nations Pt. 1 - Foundations https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/4-league-of-nations-pt-1-foundations The Paris Peace Conference would result in the creation of the League of  Nations, designed to foster communication and cooperation between all nations. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The Paris Peace Conference would result in the creation of the League of  Nations, designed to foster communication and cooperation between all nations.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSources:... The Paris Peace Conference would result in the creation of the League of  Nations, designed to foster communication and cooperation between all nations. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Sources: Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Paris Peace Conference would result in the creation of the League of  Nations, designed to foster communication and cooperation between all nations.

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Global Community: The Role of International Organizations in the Making of the Contemporary World by Akira Iriye


A History of the League of Nations by F.P Walters


The Guardians: The League of Nations and the Crisis of Empire by Susan Pedersen


In Pursuit of Equality and Respect: China's Diplomacy and the League of Nations by Alison Adcock Kaufman


Collective Security as Political Myth: Liberal Internationalism and the League of Nations in Politics and History by George W. Egerton


Transnationalism and the League of Nations: Understanding the Work of Its Economic and Financial Organization by Patrician Clavin and Jens-Wilhelm Wessels


Getting Out of Iraq-in 1932: The League of Nations and the Road to Normative Statehood by Susan Pedersen


A "Great Experiment" of the League of Nations Era: International Nongovernmental Organizations, Global Governance, and Democracy Beyond the State by Thomas Richard Davies


The League of Nations Health Organisation and the Evolution of Transnational Public Health by Patricia Anne Sealey


The League of Nations, International Terrorism, and British Foreign Policy, 1934-1938 by Michael D. Callahan


Japan and the League of Nations: An Asian Power Encounters the "European Club" by Thomas W. Burkman


Exporting Development: The League of Nations and Republican China by Margherita Zanasi


The League of Nations and the Great Powers, 1936-1940 by Peter J. Beck


The League of Nations and the Minorities Question by Carole Fink


Imperialism and Sovereignty: The League of Nations' Drive to Control Global Arms Trade by David R. Stone


The League of Nations, Public Ritual and National Identity in Britain, c. 1919-56 by Helen McCarthy


The Legacies of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in Russia by Alexander S. Khodnev


Mapping the UN - League of Nations Analogy: Are There Still Lessons to be Learned from the League by Alexandru Grigorescu


Minorities and the League of Nations in Interwar Europe by Mark Mazower


The League of Nations and the Settlement of Disputes by Lorna Lloyd


The Transnational Dream: Politicians, Diplomats and Soldiers in the League of Nations' Pursuit of International Disarmament, 1920-1939 by Andrew Webster


Turkey's Entrance into the League of Nations by Yucel Guclu

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]]> 1420 no 3: The Paris Peace Conference https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/3-the-paris-peace-conference After the First World War was over, the leaders of the victorious nations convened a Conference in Paris to determine what terms would be presented to their defeated enemies. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay After the First World War was over, the leaders of the victorious nations convened a Conference in Paris to determine what terms would be presented to their defeated enemies.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail:... After the First World War was over, the leaders of the victorious nations convened a Conference in Paris to determine what terms would be presented to their defeated enemies. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After the First World War was over, the leaders of the victorious nations convened a Conference in Paris to determine what terms would be presented to their defeated enemies.

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]]> 1348 no 2: The War to End All Wars https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/2-the-war-to-end-all-wars The First World War would cast a shadow over the next two decades, altering the course of nations. In this episode we discuss, in the briefest way I know how, the History of the Great War. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Apr 2020 02:19:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay The First World War would cast a shadow over the next two decades, altering the course of nations. In this episode we discuss, in the briefest way I know how, the History of the Great War.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail:... The First World War would cast a shadow over the next two decades, altering the course of nations. In this episode we discuss, in the briefest way I know how, the History of the Great War. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The First World War would cast a shadow over the next two decades, altering the course of nations. In this episode we discuss, in the briefest way I know how, the History of the Great War.

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]]> 1606 no 1: Season 1 - Introduction https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/1-season-1-introduction Season 1 of the podcast will be all about the much neglected interwar years. During this period there were many changes that are critical to understanding the start and course of the Second World War.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Apr 2020 18:36:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay Season 1 of the podcast will be all about the much neglected interwar years. During this period there were many changes that are critical to understanding the start and course of the Second World War. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email:... Season 1 of the podcast will be all about the much neglected interwar years. During this period there were many changes that are critical to understanding the start and course of the Second World War.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Website
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]]> 678 no 0: Introduction https://www.spreaker.com/user/12863379/0-introduction History of the Second World War is a (mostly) weekly podcast that will cover the events of the Second World War in (rough) chronological order.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:36:00 -0000 full Wesley Livesay History of the Second World War is a (mostly) weekly podcast that will cover the events of the Second World War in (rough) chronological order. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com History of the Second World War is a (mostly) weekly podcast that will cover the events of the Second World War in (rough) chronological order.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Website
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