360. Britain's Greatest Victories and Blunders

360. Britain's Greatest Victories and Blunder...

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One Man's War: Deserted In The Desert (Part 1)

Why did young British men like Sam Bradshaw end up fighting overseas in North Africa? When was the situation in North Africa at the start of The Second World War? How did Allied forces do against Italians in North Africa during WW2? Join Jim and Al for part 1 of a new series focu ...  Show more

British Band Of Brothers: Disaster At Berjou (Part 8)

What were American forces doing during the Battle of Normandy? How did the Sherwood Rangers deal with SS units? What high jinks did the men get up to on leave? Join Jim and Al for part 8, as they follow the trail of the Sherwood Rangers, Britain’s own ‘Band Of Brothers’. Start yo ...  Show more

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