The History of WWII Podcast
A biweekly history podcast covering World War II in intimate detail. Host Ray Harris Jr, who has a degree in history from James Madison University, explores the events and people of the war. The podcast is produced and narrated by Harris, who has been obsessed with WWII since childhood.
Episodes
Episode 662-Leah Garrett Interivew-The Flight Nurses' War
Behind the men fighting on Iwo Jima and Okinawa are young women from the US Navy Nurse Corps. Their job, to triage the wounded and decide who gets out first by plane. Leah Garrett shares exciting and little known tales of their experiences and how some paid the ultimate price.
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Episode 661-Playthings of the Gods
As the Japanese prepare for their final battle of Guadalcanal, bad omens become apparent. But their attack gets delayed, twice, as the Americans only get stronger.
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Episode 660-Interview w/ Craig Chapman: Javelins in the Half Light
Craig Chapman comes on to discuss his book, which covers the largest surrender of Allied troops in Europe and the learning curve of war.
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Episode 659-Nimitz Brings In Bull Halsey
The Battle of Guadalcanal is not going well for the Americans and the politicians in Washington are worried that they will lose the entire island. While they await events, Adm. Nimitz makes a move. Adm. Ghormley is out and Adm. William Halsey is in.
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Episode 658-On Their Knees, but Still Defiant
As intense as the fighting as been, the Japanese increase the tempo, bringing the Americans to their knees. Still, they fight on. While Gen. Vandegrift asks for more of everything, Adm. Yamamoto sends all his has against Guadalcanal.
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Episode 657-Hell Comes to Henderson Field
The Japanese pull out all the stops in attacking Henderson Field. Meanwhile, Japanese reinforcements continue to land on Guadalcanal. Gen. Vandegrift pleads for help.
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Episode 656-Interview with Catherine Katz: Shadow Before the Flame-The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War
Historian and writer Catherine Katz joins us to cover the horrendous accident of the airship Hindenburg's tragic end. More over, the Nazi's lies and coverups after the event point to much larger sinister kind of government that bullies its neighbors and prepares for war.
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Episode 655-Jason Bell Interview: Operation Sparrow
Operation Sparrow will decide if D-Day is successful. But first 3 OSS Agents have let themselves be caught by the Germans to plant the deception. Prof. Jason Bell comes on to cover one of the greatest gambles of WWII.
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Episode 654-America's Revenge: The Battle of Cape Esperance
The Americans need to do something they haven’t done before, win a night naval engagement.
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Episode 653-Interview w/ Jared Diamond: Profits, Prophets, Coaches & Kings
Pulitzer Prize winner Jared Diamond comes on to discuss his book, Profits, Prophets, Coaches and Kings. Can one person change the world? What qualities determine effective leadership? How do individual talent and historical circumstances combine to shape great leaders? Mr. Diamond uses numerous historical examples to explore these questions.
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Episode 652-Chesty Puller Chooses Death
With the Japanese forces in disarray to the west of Matanikau River, Marine Gen. Vandegrift will hit the enemy to his east. Meanwhile, the commander of the Japanese 17th Army himself lands on Guadalcanal. And as the Marines retreat back across the river Chesty decides to go through the enemy.
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Episode 651-Interview w/ Nick Reynolds & Katie Sanders: Ortiz's War
Peter Ortiz had an incredible life including the French Foreign Legion, the US Marines and the OSS. Using his experience he will help organize the French Resistance who is getting ready for D-Day.
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Episode 650-Interview w/ Peter Zablocki: 8 Days in August
Historian Peter Zablocki comes on to talk about his book. 8 Days in August: The Countdown to the Collapse of Japan and the End of WWII.
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Episode 649-Flying and Fighting Blind
The Japanese bring their A Game. Their communications are changed, leaving the Americans blind and deaf, their air attack tactics are improved and more men are landed to take command of the east bank of the Matanikau River. On the other side, Adm. Nimitz is determined to give Gen. Vandegrift more help.
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Episode 648-Chesty Puller Saves His Men
Needing more time to build up his perimeter, Gen. Vandegrift sends Lt. Col. Chesty Puller and his men out to recon the Matanikau River. The Marines get more than they bargained for. Soon, its Chesty leading a line of Higgins boats to save his trapped men.
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Episode 647-Here Comes Chesty Puller
While both sides regroup, Gen. Vandegrift sends out the 7th Marines to scout the enemy at the Matanikau River. They’re being led by Col. Chesty Puller.
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Episode 646-Guadalcanal: All Or Nothing
With the latest Japanese defeat or near run American victory, both sides decide to up the ante, sending massive reinforcements.
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Episode 645-Japanese Mistakes/American Luck
The Japanese forces almost take Edson’s Ridge but fail. Then Kawaguchi realizes, 1/3 of his attack force didn’t participate. Now the Japanese Combined Fleet will make Guadalcanal their paramount priority.
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Episode 644-Hold The Line!
The Japanese come again during the late evening of September 13th. And this time Kawaguchi will make sure his attack is along the entire Marine line.
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Episode 643-Battle of Bloody Ridge
Gen. Kawaguchi comes at the Marine perimeter, over confident by half. His men advance, which is when it all starts to go wrong. But he’ll return soon.
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Episode 642-The Cactus Air Force v. The Tokyo Express
Late August/Early September 1942 is all about the Japanese sending more troops to Guadalcanal and the Americans trying to stop them. All for the next big battle.
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Episode 641-Greg Jackson book Interview. Been There, Done That.
Prof. Greg Jackson discusses his new book, Been There, Done That: How Our History Shows What We Can Overcome. Podcast Host and Creator of The History That Doesn't Suck Podcast offers examples from America's past that shows, we have survived other political and literal challenges and can do it again.
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Government That Doesn't Suck is a Rewind Studios original podcast from the creators of History That Doesn't Suck, hosted by Professors Lindsey Cormack and Greg Jackson. Each episode digs into the surprising story of an American institution — from the origins of the internet, to the National Park Service, to the GI Bill, and so much more. You'll hear the stories behind them, plus a conversation wit
Episode 640-Blood In The Water
Trying to shield Henderson Field with carrier based aircraft, Japanese submarines go hunting for them. Their successes further weaken Adm. Nimitz’s offensive air arm.
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Episode 639-Live WW2 Story Share
Tony Lupo and Ryan Fairfield join me as we host several relatives who share WWII stories.
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Episode 638-Bloodletting at Guadalcanal
The constant Japanese air attacks are joined by Naval bombardment. But the Marine’s supplies or lack thereof is still issue #1.
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Episode 637-Battle of the Eastern Solomons
A strong Japanese force comes for Guadalcanal, but Fletcher’s carriers have turned around to shield Henderson Field and the Marines there.
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Episode 636-No Mercy, No Quarter Given
The Battle of Alligator Creek is over, but not the fighting. The US Marines learn a new rule of combat. Kill the enemy as many times as necessary.
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Episode 635-Battle of Alligator Creek
Japanese reinforcements arrive on Guadalcanal and Col. Ichiki wastes no time in attacking the Marine’s East perimeter. Yet local scouts have warned the Marines.
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Episode 634-First Battle of Matanikau
The Marines finish the airstrip, now just waiting for fighters to defend them against daily air raids. Meanwhile, an American patrol gets ambushed which leads to Vandegrift's first major offensive.
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Episode 633-A Lack of Battlemindedness
After the Battle of Savo Island the US Marines are alone of Guadalcanal. But Maj. Gen. Vandegrift gets on with his job of securing the island. He is handed his first casualty.
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Episode 632-Battle of Savo Island
Adm. Fletcher, nervous about losing more carriers departs Guadalcanal. Not 24 hours later the Japanese attack.
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Episode 631-Their First Banzai Charge
The fighting on Gavutu, Tanambogo and Tulagi is intense. The US Marines have air power and naval might to support them, the Japanese have the Banzai attack, which they unleash for the first time. Both sides will bleed to hold these islands.
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Episode 630-Steve Vesce Interview: Harry Hopkins: One Ordinary Man
Entrepreneur and author Steve Vesce comes on to talk about his book, One Ordinary Man: A Novel Based on the True Story of Harry Hopkins. Mr. Vesce follows Hopkins as he get intertwined in ever larger events, first the Great Depression and then helping to form The Big Three: FDR, Churchill and Stalin.
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Episode 629-Mop Up The Americans
With Marines on Guadalcanal, Adm. Yamamoto orders an overwhelming response. He wants the Americans chased away. Japanese air craft arrive first, but the Wildcat fighters of Enterprise and Saratoga are waiting for them.
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Episode 628-Interview w/ Anthony Maras: Director of Pressure
Director, editor and co-writer of the D-Day film Pressure, Anthony Maras shares behind the scenes tidbits and little known gems of the final hours before D-Day was launched.
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Episode 627-Interview with Dave R. Holland
Dave Holland, author of Guadalcanal: The Pivotal Battles of the Matanikau Front, comes on to get us started on Operation Watchtower. Why was Guadalcanal chosen by the U.S. as a starting point to take on the Japanese.
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Episode 626-Operation Watchtower Begins
US Marines land in the Guadalcanal area. The plan is to march up the Solomon Islands. But first they have to survive the coming Japanese counter attack.
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Episode 625-Next Stop: Guadalcanal
With Midway over the U.S. has to decide how to proceed. But the Japanese make the decision for them, by landing on Guadalcanal. But who will get the command, Nimitz or MacArthur?
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Episode 624-The Battle of Midway Comes To An End
The main victory of Midway has been accomplished, but Spruance goes for more. Meanwhile, Japanese sub I 168 stalks the wounded Yorktown.
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Episode 623-And The Hiryu Makes Four
Through a stroke of luck, the Americans find the last enemy carrier. Despite a series of mistakes, the Enterprise and Hornet launch their final attack. Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny supports the show and keeps the history comi
Episode 622-Yorktown: Abandon Ship
Though hit with 3 bombs the Yorktown seems to have survived. But then comes 10 Kate Torpedo Bombers. Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny supports the show and keeps the history coming. https://worldwariipodcast.net/members/
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Episode 621-Did Japan Start WWII?
Jake Clapham of Flashback History joins Ray to discuss Japan's 1931 invasion of China, setting off a chain of events that will lead to Pearl Harbor.
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Episode 620: The Hiryu Strikes Back
The Japanese, down 3 carriers, still seeks combat with the Americans. YouTube Live event: https://studio.youtube.com/video/Z1kmrD7qhnM/livestreaming.
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Episode 619-Flight to Nowhere
While the various aircraft from Enterprise and Yorktown attack Nagumo’s Kido Butai, the majority of the Yorktown’s fly elsewhere, engaging no one. AND, join us on June 6th, from 7 to 9pm to share your family’s WWII Stories. YouTube Live event: https://studio.youtube.com/video/Z1kmrD7qhnM/livestreaming
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Episode 618-Midway: Nagumo's Dilemma
Adm. Nagumo, after his first raid on Midway, has 15 minutes to decide if he should launch another one. But the continuous attacks from Midway and the US carriers take his options away.
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Episode 617-Top 5 Technologies of WWII
The Hosts of The Warrior Next Door Podcast, Ryan Fairfield and Tony Lupo, join me as we discuss the Top 5 technological improvements or discoveries of WWII.
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Episode 616-Midway: First Blood
Adm. Fletcher will have the Yorktown with him as he battles Adm. Nagumo’s 1st Air Fleet. Both sides will make mistakes, but one will make less. Both will lose much.
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Episode 615-Battle of Midway: Prelude
Adm. Yamamoto makes his plans for Midway, but Adm. Nimitz sees the Cherub that sees them and plans accordingly. The Ghosts of the Battle of the Coral Sea will be felt.
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Episode 614-The Lexington is Lost
The Americans lose a carrier, Lady Lex, but the Japanese plan to take Port Moresby is also ruined. Meanwhile, the Japanese Striking Force is to follow and finish off the Yorktown.
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Episode 613-The First Carrier Battle
Both the American and Japanese carrier groups launch air strikes at the other. The outcome will affect the SW Pacific and Australia’s security.
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Episode 612-Death of a Carrier
Though faulty reports, the Americans will claim an impressive victory. Then comes a chance for something greater. Meanwhile the Japanese invasion force is waiting for their carriers to wipe out Fletcher’s Task Force 17.
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Episode 611-Battle of the Coral Sea: First Blood
With imperfect information, both sides strike at the other. Still, Adm. Fletcher’s potential to wreck havoc is greater than the Japanese.
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Episode 610-Fletcher's Tulagi Air Raid
The Japanese opening move at the Battle of the Coral Sea is dealt a blow by Adm. Fletcher and the pilots of the Yorktown.
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Episode 609-Prelude to The Battle of the Coral Sea
Returning to the Pacific Theater, after Pearl Harbor the Japanese run wild. But Adm. Nimitz seeks ways to sting the enemy until the U.S. is ready to bring the fight to the enemy.
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Episode 608-Patton's Slapping Spree
Gen. Patton is now a hero of the War Effort and the American people. But then his temper will limit his usefulness to the American cause.
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Episode 607-The Axis Escapes Sicily
Gen. Patton will order a third amphibious end run, but by now Gen. Truscott’s 3rd division is traveling faster than ever. Meanwhile, being bold the Germans and Italians manage to evacuate most of their men from Sicily.
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Episode 606-Patton's Second End Run
Patton orders a second end run and Bernard’s men end up trapped atop a height. Soon they are running out of ammunition and their phone lines are cut.
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Episode 605-Bruce Henderson Book Interview-Midnight Flyboys
Bruce Henderson comes on to discuss the Bomber Crews that dropped secret agents and supplied to the French Resistance.
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Episode 604-Patton's End Run
The Germans at San Fratello are holding out, so Gen. Patton wants an amphibious landing behind them to trap the enemy. But. Lt. Col. Bernard’s men land in the wrong place.
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Episode 603-One Bloody Advance After Another
American divisions are moving east, but soon the 45th and 1st need to be replaced. They are fatigued and some are committing act unbecoming a US Soldier. Meanwhile, Gen. Patton orders and amphibious end run to speed up the capture of Sicily.
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Episode 602-Victory at Mt. Etna
While the Big Red One pushing east just above the Canadians, the 45th Infantry Division moves east along the north coast road. Italian units are pushed aside, but then comes a line manned by Germans. Four US Army machine gunners were sacrifice themselves.
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Episode 601-Operation Hardgate
The Germans have a plan to stop the Allies from reaching Messina. Problem is, their plans end up in the hands of the Allies.
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Episode 600-First Quebec Conference
With Sicily about to fall, the Germans prepare to evacuate their troops, not so much the Italians. Meanwhile, the Allies discuss what comes next at the First Quebec Conference where someone leaves behind notes to Operation Overlord.
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Episode 599-Mussolini Leaves the Stage, For now
Monty’s plan to swing left has failed. Now he wants Patton’s help who still does not trust the British. During this a slight British officer pulls off a miracle. Meanwhile the fighting on Sicily is felt in Rome as Mussolini is voted out of power.
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Episode 598-Monty Can't Keep His Promise
Monty’s 8th Army can’t push on north to Catania, so he has other forces swing to the left. But this 3 prong attack fails as well. Ordering his men to go on the defensive, Monty calls in more troops from North Africa. Meanwhile, Patton is planning his drive east, to Messina.
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Episode 597-Blood on Primosole Bridge
The Durham Light Infantry will lose hundreds of men so the Primosole Bridge can be held. This after the heavy losses of the 1st Parachute Brigade.
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Episode 596-The First Bridge Too Far
One bridge down, one to go for Monty’s 8th Army. But friendly fire will disrupt Operation Fustian before it starts, leaving the British paratroopers trapped by Axis forces.
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Episode 595-3 Commando Bridge: The Fallen
With Palermo taken by the Americans, we turn to Monty’s rush up north. But first bridges had to be secured. One bridge would cost many Allied lives.
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Episode 594-The Truscott Trot
Gen. Patton is free to go after Palermo, but only after telling his superior half truths. Meanwhile, Gen. Omar Bradley has to head north alone, taking on the Germans trying to retreat to Mt. Etna.
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Episode 593-Patton Plans His Revenge
The invasion of Sicily goes well for the Allies. But soon Monty gets greedy, which slows down the offensive and upsets the Americans. Patton doesn’t scream unfair. Instead, he makes plans.
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Episode 592-Friendly Fire Massacre
The imperfect amphibious landings by the Allies is matched by the imperfect defense of the Axis forces on Sicily. With the Allies firmly onshore, the Axis change their defensive plans. But the American’s success is marred by a horrendous friendly fire accident.
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Episode 591-Jack El-Hai Interview: The Nazi and the Psychiatrist
Writer Jack El-Hai's book is now a major motion picture staring Russel Crowe and Rami Malek. Hermann Goring is captured and questioned by Dr. Douglas M Kelley who discovers that what happened in 1930's Germany can happen anywhere.
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Episode 590-The American Landings on Sicily
The Americans come ashore at three locations. Suffering relatively few deaths from Axis hands, the weather and waves were a different story. Either way, elements of Gen. Patton’s 7th Army are on Sicily. Producer Credit-Kath Hach.
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Episode 589:The Return of Paddy Mayne
In between the Allied air attacks and the invasion forces of Operation Husky, special forces come ashore. And one group is the SRS, formerly, David Sterling’s SAS, the Special Air Service. But now in charge is Maj. Paddy Mayne, The Irish Lion.
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Episode 588-Operation Ladbroke
Before the main assault of Operation Husky, airborne troops need to take key positions. But the first night time glider operations will not go well. Hundreds die before the fighting can start.
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Episode 587: Operation Husky Could Have Been Huskier
The planning for Operation Husky was anything but smooth and comprehensive. Everyone had a dog in this fight, but in the end, Monty won. Meanwhile, Mussolini is tempted to pull out of the war.
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Episode 586-Operation Corkscrew
After the Allies decide that Sicily is the next target, first the smaller islands nearby have to be taken. Thus Operation Corkscrew begins. Meanwhile, there are those in Italy who are thinking, perhaps the time has come to talk to the Allies. And thanks to WWII Podcast Producer- Adam Dach.
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Episode 585-Kasserine Pass: Humiliating Defeat or Strategic Victory?
The Battle at Kasserine Pass is remembered as an American failure. Perhaps, but not a defeat. The Allies still held the ground and had learned much about modern warfare. Which was the point of fighting in North Africa first.
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Episode 584-The Tunisian Thermopylae
Bizerte and Tunis have surrendered, but several German and Italian armies are still hiding in Tunisia. The British make sure the enemy does not retreat within the Cap Bon Peninsula, while the Americans start to rebuild Bizerte.
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