173 - The Maritime Struggle in the Mediterran...

The British Army in the Second World War is often judged through the lens of manpower shortages and a sense of being overstretched. Critics point to a force spread across too many theatres and suggest that this inevitably limited its effectiveness. But is that a fair assessment o ...  Show more

In early September 1944, as Allied forces raced across France and Belgium, the German occupation of Brussels was beginning to collapse. On 2 September, around 1,500 prisoners, including members of the Belgian Resistance, Allied airmen, SOE agents, and political prisoners, were ta ...  Show more

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 ne ...  Show more

The summer of 1943 was crucial in the battle for Atlantic supremacy. How did the Allies defeat the Nazi U-Boats to regain control of vital shipping routes across the oceans? A Goalhanger Films Production Produced by Harry Lineker Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Twitter: #WeHaveWays @W ...  Show more

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 10t ...  Show more

In which we discuss how the British and Germans approached the war, arms limitation treaties, and the growing budget crises of 1913. Contact sales@advertisecast.com to advertise on History of the Great War. History of the Great War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Le ...  Show more