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The History of WWII Podcast - by Ray Harris Jr

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Episode 439-Dieppe Was Avenged 29:18

15h ago29:18

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The conclusion of Operation Jubilee, the Dieppe Raid. The nightmare on the beach is over, but it’s repercussions have only begun in London, Ottawa and Berlin. But two years later, the Allies will be back and Dieppe will be liberated. Not that the war of words will end with the war. More information and images from this episode on our website https:…

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1942 - Epilogue (Episode 13): Interview with MacArthur Memorial Archivist 20:58

7d ago20:58

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In this last interview, Jim Zobel shares fascinating insights about MacArthur’s first steps to liberate the Philippines—from the campaign in Papua New Guinea to making early radio contact with guerrillas in the Philippines. Zobel shares true, but unbelievable stories about guerrilla heroes and discusses the brutal Kempeitai, Imperial Japan’s milita…

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Episode 226-Be Careful What You Wish For 22:23

13d ago22:23

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The Joffre Line is broken and Antsirane is attacked. Yet the Orangea Peninsula still holds out. But Adm. Syfret and Gen. Sturges have different ideas on how to proceed.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 438-The Longest One Day Casualty List in Canadian History 26:36

6d ago26:36

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With the survivors back in Britain, questions are being asked, facts and figures are being compiled. Canada has questions but they will not like the answers. Meanwhile, Churchill is meeting with Stalin about fighting Nazi Germany together. RSS – https://feeds.megaphone.fm/history-of-world-war-ii Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/wwii45 Twitter – …

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Episode 437-Interview w/ Scott Simon about his book Swingtime for Hitler & then Operation Jubilee 1:02:07

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A Two Episode Special! First, NPR's Scott Simon come on to discuss his audiobook/book Swingtime for Hitler: From Goebbels’s Jazzmen to Tokyo Rose to AI, the Eternal Allure of Propaganda. And then we continue with Operation Jubilee: Blood, Toil, Tears, and Sweat. To hear Swingtime for Hitler on Scribd, go to try.scribd.com/scottsimon for a 60 day fr…

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Episode 436-Retreat Yes. But How? 29:14

20d ago29:14

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Operation Jubilee has failed, but now the men have to be rescued. Yet the Germans are determined not to let a single man, ship or plane leave without having fought their way out. To view supporting images and other media for this episode please visit The History Of WWII Podcast website https://bit.ly/3sFGwrw RSS – https://feeds.megaphone.fm/history…

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Episode 435-Two Episode Special! Interview w/John C. McManus about his Pacific War Trilogy and we continue w/ Operation Jubilee 1:17:17

26d ago1:17:17

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Military Historian John C. McManus comes on to discuss his US Army in the Pacific Trilogy. Then, the Rileys come ashore at White Beach, but it goes no better for them. It is now a make or break moment and Gen. John “Ham” Roberts has decided to throw in his reserves. The day may yet be saved. To view supporting images and other media for this episod…

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Episode 225-Once More Unto the Breach 19:21

1M ago19:21

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Day one of the invasion has not gone well. And the French forces are gathering and the Japanese have been asked for help by Vichy. Gen. Sturges has to act fast or soon, he and his will be surrounded.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 434-Red Beach-To Move is to Die 27:36

1M ago27:36

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As the flanking attacks to either side of Dieppe have had mixed results, it’s now time for the direct attack on the town. Here, the Germans are well dug in, but coming ashore are 30 Canadian tanks to challenge for supremacy of the beach. Yet there is a slight delay before the tanks land and the Germans use that to slaughter the Essex Scottish. To v…

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Episode 433-Two Episode Special! Interview w/ Andrew Nagorski about his book Saving Freud and we return to Operation Jubilee 1:25:11

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First, interview w/ Andrew Nagorski about his latest book, Saving Freud, The Rescuers Who Brought Him to Freedom and then we continue with the Dieppe Raid. Now it’s Green Beach’s turn. Here the men will find some success, but too few get ashore and their small arms are no match for what the Germans have in store. Operation Jubilee is starting to un…

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Episode 224-Desperate Times, Desperate Measures 23:27

1M ago23:27

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The French line south of Antsirane is holding out. But Brig. Festing will stop at nothing to shatter it.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 432-Blood on Blue Beach 31:17

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Now that the two attacking flanks had landed men, one went well, the other was a debacle, it was time to land men at Blue Beach, just east of Dieppe. And it would be here that would determine if Operation Jubilee would be a success or not. But the Germans were ready. Images and Maps for this episode can be found on the History of WWII Podcast websi…

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Episode 431-The Father and Mother of All Explosions 31:29

2M ago31:29

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The Commandos land on the far flanks of Dieppe. The attack at the Orange Beaches will see their initial objectives met, but men will be lost. As for Yellow Beach to the East, the commandos will be met with death and the loss of the majority of their team. Images for this episode can be found on the History of WWII Podcast website at https://worldwa…

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Episode 430-Interview w/Tom Holm about his book, Ira Hayes: The Akimel O'odham Warrior, WWII and the Price of Heroism 1:10:32

2M ago1:10:32

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Professor Tom Holm discusses Ira Hayes, his time with the Marines, his fighting on Iwo Jima and Mt. Suribachi and his tragic life after the raising of the American flag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesVon Recorded History Podcast Network

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Episode 223-Never Assume Anything 24:07

2M ago24:07

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With enough men and equipment unloaded, the British led forces begin their attack on the defenses just south of Antsirane. Though they will have to first deal with some well dug in Senegalese Light Infantry.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 429-It Only Takes One Little Mistake 26:57

2M ago26:57

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As the 200 plus ships of Operation Jubilee reach the French coast, a single event occurs, ruining all the plans of Combined Operations. Still, the Allied force moves forward, hoping to make the best of a bad situation. Which is when it gets much worse. Images and other media for this episode can be found on The History of WWII Podcast website https…

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Episode 222-Come and Make Me 16:00

2M ago16:00

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The British led forces come ashore in Northern Madagascar. But if they think that Vichy will give up without a fight, they have a surprise awaiting them. And one of the longest holdouts are the french troops within Windsor Castle.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 428-Churchill's Shell Game 26:58

2M ago26:58

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A desperate Churchill green lights the raid on Dieppe. And though it has been scaled back to avoid entanglements with panzers, it is still complex and dependent on everything going to plan and on time. A rare event in battle. Still, on August 18th, the ships with the Canadians, Commandos, Free French and 50 US Rangers on board, set out. Learn more …

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Episode 427-Operation Rudder-Less 35:06

2M ago35:06

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The Dieppe Raid planning continues as Churchill needs something to show the Americans and Soviets. The Canadians are tapped to assist the Commandos as Combined Operations wants an overwhelming attack. But the Germans are more than prepared. But Operation Rudder will have growing pains, until it dies. Canada, this one is for you. Learn more about yo…

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1942 - Episode 13: Better and Lesser Angels (SEASON FINALE) 39:56

3M ago39:56

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The holidays are celebrated in bittersweet, internment style. True friends come through. A little boy teaches the camp a lesson. Dysentery returns, and Dr. Hall is not sure how the internees will survive 1943. To receive notification when Season Three becomes available, please follow "Forbidden Diary: True WWII Prison Survival Story." Support the s…

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Episode 221-A Most Unpleasant Morning 19:50

3M ago19:50

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The invasion force is ready to come ashore, but they will have to deal with imperfect intelligence, the determination of the Vichy and lastly, the possible appearance of a Japanese fleet.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 426-Kill Or Be Killed 32:40

3M ago32:40

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With Lord Mountbatten in charge of Combined Operations, the plan to soften up the enemy’s coastline defenses is underway. But there is much to learn and lessons here are normally accompanied by death. As Commando raids take place, the British and their Commonwealth Allies gear up for something much larger, a raid on Dieppe. Learn more about your ad…

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Episode 425-Here Come the Commandos 25:43

3M ago25:43

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In building up to Operation Sledgehammer, Mountbatten’s arrival is a whirlwind for Combined Operations. Their numbers will grow as will the number of their raids. But soon, the commandos are too few. Churchill wants larger raids, as does Mountbatten. The Canadians on the island are ready do anything to get this war over. Thus they will be tapped. L…

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Episode 424-Operation Sledgehammer 27:01

3M ago27:01

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Operation Pedestal would ensure that Malta stayed in the fight. But Stalin is not appeased. He wants a Second Front. So does Gen. George Marshall and he’s coming to London to say so. The British had to come up with a plan, big enough to impress the Russian and the American, but good enough not to get everyone killed. Enter the new head of Combined …

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Episode 220-Spies, Plans and a Party 21:23

3M ago21:23

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The British catch a lucky break before the invasion. They have a man on the inside. He does an amazing job of providing intel, but the troops under Vichy control will fight keenly regardless. So a diversion is needed, a party, a naval bombardment and dummy paratroopers.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 423-Pedestal: The Final Curtain 24:00

3M ago24:00

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The final episode of Operation Pedestal. Through luck and determination and American engineering, the Ohio holds together long enough, to bring her in to Valletta Harbor. And so the various machines of war on Malta have a new lease on life. They can continue to harass the supply convoys heading for Rommel. Truly an ironic turn of events. Learn more…

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1942 - Episode 12: Lovers and Guerrillas 37:35

3M ago37:35

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Bullets fly around Baguio and Camp Holmes as Filipino and Igorot guerrillas attack the Japanese. Natalie worries about Jerry’s depression. Additional co-mingling restrictions increase sexual tensions. Support the showVon Sai Mun Gani Productions

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Episode 422-By the Skin of Her Teeth 27:47

3M ago27:47

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As everyone on Malta and in Britain and in the US and in North Africa wait, the tanker Ohio, carrying much needed oil to the island, slowly crawls towards Valletta Harbor. Yet at any moment, an Axis air attack could come or the tanker may simply split in two, given her damage. The people of Malta need a miracle. Fortunately for them, it was August …

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Episode 421-It's Today or Nothing 26:41

4M ago26:41

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When the sun rises on August 14th, the Stuka’s and Italian bombers are back. It would only take one bomb landing true to break the Ohio in half. But manning her AA guns are volunteers from previously lost ships who are determined, this will not happen again. Meanwhile, Churchill’s meeting with Stalin goes badly as the Prime Minister has no good new…

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Episode 219-To Fight Or Not To Fight, That Is the Question 23:20

4M ago23:20

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As the fleet gets closer to Madagascar, international events are about to make Operation Ironclad that much harder. Many want to call it off, but standing in their way, is Winston Churchill.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 420-Interview w/ James B. Conroy, about his book, The Devils Will Get No Rest 55:04

4M ago55:04

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As the Americans enter the war after the events of Pearl Harbor, the Western Allies have to decide how to fight the war. The Americans have the industry, the British, the experience. But both will have to give to get along so that Hitlerism can be destroyed. Mr. Conroy’s book covers the Casablanca Conference and the one small detail that almost cha…

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Episode 419-Across the Finish Line 28:50

4M ago28:50

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Some of the merchant ships enter Grand Harbor and Adm. Burrough turns around to make for Gibraltar. But the Maltese notice that only three ships came with Burrough. Where were the others and most importantly, where was the tanker Ohio. She was still a few hours away, with no way to move under her own power. And between the oil on board, not to ment…

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Episode 218-A Zero Sum Game 21:15

4M ago21:15

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Operation Ironclad is a go. Men and ships are gathered, secrets are kept. Despite de Gaulle trying to wreck everything because he has no idea what’s coming. Meanwhile, the US steps in to lend a hand or a small fleet.Von WWII Podcast Members

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Episode 418-The Show Must Go On 27:40

4M ago27:40

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As the escorting destroyers fill up with rescued crewmen, now it’s the Ohio’s turn as her engines give up the ghost. But the men in this story are determined to get her to Malta, by hook or by crook. For her fuel is the difference to whether Malta endures or surrenders to the not so tender mercies of the Axis Powers. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Episode 417-Interview w/ Craig Nelson about his book V is For Victory 1:01:09

4M ago1:01:09

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Craig Nelson's book V is For Victory has it all: FDR's early days of combatting the Great Depression, restoring faith in the country and gearing up for a war that many hoped would never come. But it was FDR putting the country on the right path that got the US ready to aid the Allies and eventually enter the war. And win it. Learn more about your a…

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Episode 217-My Plan is Better Than Your Plan 18:45

4M ago18:45

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Madagascar in on London’s radar, until it isn’t. But Hitler and Himmler also have a plan for the island. Namely, to ship all of Europe’s jews there, to let them die out.Von WWII Podcast Members

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1942 - Episode 11: Close Calls 31:53

5M ago31:53

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As typhoon season begins Jerry is brought in for questioning. Nida and Ismael talk about guerrilla insurgencies. Natalie gets a tour of the camp's shop, a special gift, and called to the guard house. Support the show

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Episode 416-The Terrifying Had Become Commonplace 28:32

5M ago28:32

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When the sun rose on August 13th, the Axis forces in the Mediterranean knew they had one last day to stop Operation Pedestal. As such, the Axis air formations came in hot and heavy, with their normal level of accuracy. This wasn’t over yet and more ships would be lost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 216-War: A Zero Sum Game 19:47

5M ago19:47

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The first two years of the war have not been kind to the British Empire. They are stretched thin, which becomes worse as a new threat has begun to loom large, now that the French are out of the war.Von WWII Podcast Members

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