WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk

How did a small Polish town on the outskirts of civilisation become the epicentre of the Holocaust?

Al Murray and James Holland tell the story of the Final Solution, through the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

The first episode focuses on the formation of the concentration camp, the torturous existence of its first prisoners and the horrendous dehumanisation they were forced to endure.

**This episode contains content that may upset some listeners.**

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As a part of our ongoing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we are unearthing our groundbreaking ‘Family Stories’.

Originally recorded in 2021, this series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both on the front line and home front.

In this episode we hear your tales of liberating Belgian breweries, battles at Iwo Jima and escapes from Nazi concentration camps.

With thanks to Jack Gus Adamson, Steve Flaunty, Martin Jaspers, Roger Justus, Simon Thompson and Matt Wilkins for sharing their stories.

Originally released in 2021.

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The Agents of SOE did more than undermine the Nazi occupation of France, but how far did their reach extend? What theatres of war did these female agents excel in, and what impact and legacy did they leave behind after 1945?

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they talk to SOE expert, Clare Mulley, on a thrilling series about the extraordinary women of SOE in an epic, but overlooked, part of WW2 history.

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In the years and months before the liberation of Europe and D-Day, the female agents of SOE played an integral and highly dangerous role in undermining Nazi rule. Many paid the ultimate sacrifice, often alone and in horrific circumstances - including Noor Inayat Khan, 'The Spy Who Never Lied.'

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they talk to SOE expert, Clare Mulley, on a thrilling series about the extraordinary women of SOE in an epic, but overlooked, part of WW2 history.

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Olympic skier, cigarette smuggler, countess, beauty queen, spy. Krystyna Skarbek was the first female agent of the Allied war effort, but far from the last. What drove women to join the fight against the Nazis, often deep into enemy-held territory and with nothing but their wits to aid them?

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they talk to SOE expert, Clare Mulley, on a thrilling series about the extraordinary women of SOE in an epic, but overlooked, part of WW2 history.

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The 80th Anniversary of the end of WW2 is in our sights. Do Allied leadership, like Winston Churchill, think the end of the war - or the British Empire - was inevitable in 1945? Why did Axis forces keep fighting when surrender seemed the obvious choice in order to stop the suffering?

...And whatever happened to the wonder weapons?

James Holland and Al Murray as they set the scene for the armageddon that is the last year of the Second World War.

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What does 'SAS' stand for? Why is Paddy Blair Mayne considered the perfect military man? What does the new hit BBC show 'SAS Rogue Heroes' get right about the historical inspirations for the hit television series, and what more is there to learn once it ends?

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they give their verdict on series 2 so far, and discuss the controversy surrounding the main character in the programme, both on and off screen.

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As a new year's treat, Al Murray has recorded a chapter of 'Eclipse' by Alan Moorehead. This incredible history, republished by We Have Ways, was first published in 1945.

In chapter 14, Moorehead reconstructs, in terrifying detail, the collapse of Germany and Hitler's fragile grasp on reality slipping away.

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Schinnen, The Netherlands, Christmas 1944.

The men of the Sherwood Rangers have a choice for Christmas 1944. Around 100 soldiers, after nearly 5 years of fighting, are eligible to return home for extended leave. But can the unit survive such a significant loss of experience in such a crucial period of fighting?

Join James Holland as he tells Al Murray and John McManus all about how the men of one of Britain's most decorated units in WW2 tried to bring a little Christmas cheer to each other and the starving Dutch children all around them.

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German-Belgian border, Christmas Eve 1944.

John McManus tells James Holland and Al Murray all about the surprising Christmas story of a family trying to survive, and an incredible reunion half a world away.

As three American soldiers seek refuge with a civilian family, they hear a knock at the door. German soldiers, desperate to seek warmth from the snow also walk in.

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Karelian Isthmus, Finland, Christmas 1939.

The first Christmas of WW2 sees brutal fighting between the Soviet Red Army and the Finnish defence forces. Stalin's invasion has stalled in the snow, with underprepared and ill-equipped Russian troops dying in droves to outnumbered yet experienced Finnish veterans. But under clear winter skies, a bigger threat is that 'sweating means death...'

Join Al Murray as he tells James Holland and John McManus all about the first Christmas of the war, and learn why you shouldn't sleep with your gun under the covers.

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James Holland and Al Murray reminisce about our record-breaking 2024 and their highlights from this year.

Including a pitch for Guy Ritchie's next blockbuster, obsessing over capturing the high ground, and their love affair with a P-38 Lightning.

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Far from being a quiet end to the war, December 1944 was incredibly busy. As the Home Guard was getting demobilised, women in Nazi Germany were being forcibly volunteered...

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they discuss all things December 1944, including Noël Coward's diaries, the Conservative Party's conspiracies against Churchill, and their Christmas book wishlist from Santa.

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April-May, 1945.

Karl Wolff and Ernst Karltenbrunner are running out of time, and options. Interrogated by Himmler, and Hitler himself in the ruins of Berlin, their scheming is frustrated at every turn - even car rides and family members risk getting them killed.

Join Jim and Al for the incredible endgame of the SS rivals from part 1. As the circle of vengeful Allied forces close in, will Wolff and Karltenbrunner find a Nuremberg noose around their necks? And will their high-profile prisoners hidden in Italy be the final victims of the Nazis in WW2?

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Spring, 1945.

Two high-ranking SS officers in Hitler's empire, who have seen the writing on the wall for the Third Reich, are plotting their escape. With warehouses of counterfeit cash and hoards of stolen art, Karl Wolff and Ernst Karltenbrunner aren't just concealing their treasonous plots against their colleagues, but also each other.

Join James Holland and Al Murray as they uncover the audacious plans of two rivals plotting the same escape... and all unwittingly connected by the Allied spymaster, Allan Dulles.

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Were the Americans exploiting WW2 for profit? Why shouldn't you fight at night with your canopy open? And how do you put the 'fun' into We Have Ways Festival Fünf...?

Join Jim and Al answering your questions, as well as reflecting on the show, driving a tank destroyer across Lambeth Bridge, and their new-found writing process working together on Victory '45...

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus conclude their brace of episodes on the battle for Peleliu.

In a battlefield so dire, even the company dog gets killed, the boys discuss if any of the fighting was worth it.

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27th November, 1944, Palau Islands.

A 'God-Forsaken' island in the Pacific, Palau must be taken for the US strategy to reclaim the Philippines and push back the Japanese Empire.

After 2 months of bloodthirsty fighting, The US forces claimed the island for its airfield, but the controversy of its strategic value versus the horrific cost in men remains to this day.

Did the myopic, and partisan ambitions of a flawed top brass result in the shocking US casualty figures? Or was it the coral, caves, and suicidal sacrifice of the Japanese defenders?

Join James Holland, Al Murray, and John McManus as they dive deep into the 'Emperor's Island', as well as discussing the big names and conflicting interests of the campaign - such as Geiger, Puller, and Rupertus.

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Just how good is Steve McQueen’s new film on The Blitz? Was the Vichy government really that bad in 1945? And which general had the best beard?

Al Murray and James Holland have a great catch up and answer your questions.

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Listen to Legacy from Wondery and Goalhanger Podcasts. Each season, historian Peter Frankopan and broadcaster Afua Hirsch tell the wild stories of the most extraordinary men and women to have ever lived – and ask whether they have the reputation they deserve.

Winston Churchill is a towering figure in British history. Born into an aristocratic family, he began his career as a soldier and war correspondent before entering politics. He was an early champion of social reform, and became Prime Minister in 1940 during Britain's darkest hour in World War II. His stirring speeches and indomitable spirit in the face of insurmountable odds helped lead the Allies to victory.

However his views on empire and race have come under increased scrutiny in recent years, not to mention his role in the Bengal famine of 1943. Despite these controversies, Churchill remains a pivotal figure in 20th-century history, honoured for his crucial role in defeating fascism and shaping the post-war world.

In this clip, Churchill faces unimaginable horrors in Cuba - but what’s an English soldier doing in a Spanish colony?

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Bombing continues across the UK, and Brits ask if the violence will ever cease. In the final episode of this series, Al and James assess the damage left by the Luftwaffe.

We Have Ways tackles the people's war in this new series, taking a forensic dive into the history of the Nazi bombing raids that terrorised the UK during the first half of the Second World War.

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We know a lot about soldiers under fire, but what about the average Londoner? Al Murray and James Holland explore day-to-day life under the bombs.

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As hellfire continues to rain on the UK, Al Murray and James Holland documents the daily death and destruction.

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4pm, 7th September 1940, London.

The first bombs on the Empire's capital fall. Death, shock and devastation rain. What happens next?

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As the US election draws to a dangerously tight close, Al Murray and James Holland take a historical glance at Donald Trump's desire for "generals like Hitler".

Were Hitler's men ferociously loyal, or simply blessed with good luck at the start of the conflict?

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus conclude the horrific tale of the Hurtgen Forest.

The violence of the German woodlands was a huge factor in the execution of Eddie Slovik, but also the works of J.D Salinger. What exactly happened there?

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We Have Ways USA is back, and John McManus is leading Al and James through the dense and rugged forests of the German-Belgian border and one of the longest land battles of the European campaign.

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Join Al Murray and James Holland as they dive deep into the thrilling final chapter of their series on SAS operations in France during 1944.

How did these elite troops cut off retreating Panzers, sabotage fuel supplies, and work with local resistance? Discover the fast-paced, high-risk missions that showcased the SAS's agility, courage, and growing confidence in disrupting the enemy.

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In this second installment of our special series, Al Murray and James Holland team up with Tom Petch to dive into the daring missions of the Special Air Service (SAS) in France during World War 2.

From Operation Titanic's deception to fierce firefights in Brittany, the SAS pushed deep behind enemy lines to disrupt German forces and aid the Resistance. What were the real risks of these secretive operations? And how did the SAS manage to turn the tide in key moments? Join us as we explore the bravery, tactics, and chaos of the SAS's most daring missions.

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Join hosts Al Murray and James Holland as they dive into the captivating history of the SAS in France during World War 2.

In this first episode of a three-part series with special guest Tom Petch - they explore the origins and operations of Britain’s elite Special Air Service. They examine the SAS’s role in the Overlord campaign and beyond, shedding light on the guerilla warfare that shaped military strategies in 1944.

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We Have Ways of Making You Talk mourns the tragic death of pilot and WW2 Warbird restoration legend Richard Grace after a battle with cancer at the age of 40.

As a part of our tribute to our friend, we have re-released an interview with Richard from our archives.

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In a dramatic finale to our Guernsey series, Al Murray and James Holland tour the most bizarre Nazi relic on the island - the Underground Hospital.

This concrete complex of tunnels, ammunition stores and sick bays has laid dormant for 80 years - having hardly ever been used by the Third Reich.

Is this 'haunted' hospital the ultimate testament to Hitler's madness?

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During the German occupation of the Channel Islands, a series of mammoth concrete defences were built as a part of the Atlantic Wall.

Al Murray and James Holland are joined by Steve Powell of 'Festung Guernsey' to tour around Battery Mirus, an enormous gun placement.

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Al Murray and James Holland investigate the incredible untold story of the Nazi invasion of the Channel Isles.

Why did Whitehall declare the Channel Islands a demilitarised zone, how were locals treated - and was it even worth it?

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If you could throw a dream WW2 dinner party, who would you invite - and would Lee Miller hold off the booze?

Al Murray and James Holland answer your questions - including Operation Jericho, environmental disasters and whether Al has carved himself a 'weird niche' by doing this podcast.

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In our final episode of our epic series, Al and James take a moment to reflect on the battle and ask what could have been done for Operation Market Garden to succeed.

Join us as we explore the triumphs and tragedies of one of World War 2's most famous battles, immortalised in the 1977 epic 'A Bridge Too Far' - Operation Market Garden.

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Nowhere in the world commemorates the Second World War like the city of Arnhem.

Now on the ground in the Netherlands, Al Murray and James Holland visit football stadiums, cemeteries and museums to interview residents of the extraordinary city and ask why?

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How does Hollywood scriptwriting influence James' histories, why are diaries more exciting than interviews and has Mark Clark been misunderstood?

Al Murray interviews James Holland about his new book 'Cassino '44' - an indepth look at the fighting in Italy in 1944.

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In the penultimate episode before we hit the streets of Arnhem, Al Murray and James Holland recount the unbelievable horror of the final days of the Arnhem.

In amongst the tales of courage and fatalism, they explore the complicated and often abrasive characters that defined the chaotic campaign and the intense arguments that followed.

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In a meanwhile adventure spanning across the bridge, the town and the woods of Arnhem - Al Murray and James Holland track in forensic detail the 18th and 19th September 1944.

As things unravel, we begin to question whether the whole campaign was doomed from the start?

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Al Murray and James Holland dive deeper into the brutal fighting at Arnhem as the British forces face relentless German attacks. In this episode, they explore the desperate efforts of the British airborne, cut off from support and low on ammunition, trying to hold their ground amidst chaos. With tanks rolling in and communication breaking down, what hope remained for the men at the bridge?

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We take a brief pause in our Market Garden 80 series to celebrate the launch of Al Murray's latest book 'Arnhem: Black Tuesday'.

James Holland interviews Al about his love for the subject, the best places to find new information and whether his dad has given any notes.

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Al Murray and James Holland return to the streets of Arnhem, where the battle intensifies. The chaos deepens as the British forces, now reinforced by the South Staffords, face relentless German counterattacks. XXX Corps' delayed arrival adds to the uncertainty, while Frost’s men at the bridge fight desperately to hold their ground. Will they manage to secure Arnhem, or is it already too late? Dive into the heart of the conflict as the battle for the bridge rages on.

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Join Al Murray and James Holland as they continue their deep dive into Operation Market Garden with the challenges faced by the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. In this episode, they explore the critical decisions and unexpected setbacks on the ground as Allied forces race to secure vital bridges. Meanwhile, XXX Corps begins its push through the Dutch countryside, facing its own trials as they attempt to link up with the airborne troops.

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Al Murray and James Holland kick off their deep dive into Operation Market Garden, focusing on the intense and chaotic first day at Arnhem. What made the British airborne forces push forward despite the odds? Discover the tactical decisions, the unexpected German resistance, and the slender margins that shaped this historic battle. Could it have all gone differently?

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In this final episode in our Burma 44 series, Al and James turn their attentions a little further north and to the astonishing Battle of Kohima.

Surrounded and besieged, the small garrison held out but as Al and Jim discover, it was a very close run thing indeed, but this - and other heroics - ensured General Slim and his Fourteenth Army won a crushing victory from which the Japanese in Burma would never recover.

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In this fifth episode, Al and James look at the progress of the Battle of Imphal and how the Japanese prompted several deep crises as Slim’s men desperately fought to halt the multi-pronged enemy attacks.

They also focus on the extraordinary - and battle-saving - actions at Sangshak and Numgshigum. But a further great threat looks at Kohima…

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In this fourth episode, Al and James turn their attention to the Assam front and the major battle being planned by the Japanese.

General Mutaguchi Renya’s aims were nothing less than the destruction of the Allies in South East Asia and the conquest of India, but General Slim’s plans were also ambitious: to destroy the Japanese 15th Army around Imphal and only then cross back into Burma.

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It was one of the defining battles of 1944, but what really happened at the Admin Box - and where was it?

In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command of General Bill Slim as they confronted relentless Japanese offensives in the harsh jungles and unforgiving terrain of Southeast Asia.

From the pivotal defence of Imphal and Kohima to the desperate struggle within the Admin Box, this series reveals the courage, strategy, and resilience that turned the tide in one of the war's most demanding theatres

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To overcome the devastating retreat in Burma, Major Bill Slim had to devise a cunning tactical plan to beat the Japanese.

From airpower to armour - Al Murray and James Holland detail the Brummie’s masterplan.

In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command of General Bill Slim as they confronted relentless Japanese offensives in the harsh jungles and unforgiving terrain of Southeast Asia.

From the pivotal defence of Imphal and Kohima to the desperate struggle within the Admin Box, this series reveals the courage, strategy, and resilience that turned the tide in one of the war's most demanding theatres.

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Al Murray and James Holland introduce the extraordinary challenge of fighting in the Middle East.

As Louis Mountbatten is appointed Supreme Allied Commander - he discovers a new jewel in the Empire’s crown: General Bill Slim.

In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command of General Bill Slim as they confronted relentless Japanese offensives in the harsh jungles and unforgiving terrain of Southeast Asia.

From the pivotal defence of Imphal and Kohima to the desperate struggle within the Admin Box, this series reveals the courage, strategy, and resilience that turned the tide in one of the war's most demanding theatres.

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James Holland and John McManus examine the fierce fighting around Saint-Lô, a vital crossroads in the Normandy campaign. As American forces struggle through the dense hedgerows and fortified German positions, the battle becomes a grim test of endurance and strategy. The hosts unpack the grueling conditions and tactical innovations that defined this critical but often overlooked battle, shedding light on the soldiers’ harrowing experiences on the front lines.

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What is the greatest Airfix Model kit that has never been sold? How did tommies make their ration packs edible while out in the field?

Al Murray and James Holland answer listener questions.

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As the dust settles on #WHWF24, Al Murray and James Holland are joined by John McManus to reflect on a superb weekend of WW2 lectures and living history.

Warning: Contains shameless self-congratulation!

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The US mission in July 1944 was simple, create a series of airbases across Tinnian, Saipan and Guam - making an of attack within Japan's ring of defence.

But, despite the awesome levels of Allied bombardment - landing in Guam was not quite plain sailing.

James Holland and John McManus discuss.

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How much do you know about the disastrous Maquis plan to protect the Vercors Massif during July 1944 - ending in the deaths of over 650 resistance fighters?

Al Murray and James Holland join forces after We Have Ways Fest 2024 to look at what was happening across the globe - this time 80 years ago.

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Al, Jim and the brilliant John Buckley take a look at the nature of the fighting in Normandy, the challenges for both sides and the different approaches both sides took battling in this terrain.

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It’s one of the most iconic battles of the war and it’s a salivating prospect to have two master historians discussing a subject they have both written about and know intimately well. John McManus and Peter Caddick-Adams band together to delivery this scintillating festival talk - recorded at #WHWF24.

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Picking up seconds after the clam shell bomb detonates - Al Murray, James Holland and Roger Moorhouse detail the aftermath of the courageous July bomb plot.

As conspirators are slaughtered with piano wire, they ask whether the assassination was destined to fail and if history misremembers Stauffenberg’s politics.

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July 20th. 1944. Wolf's Lair.

Claus von Stauffenberg sets in motion a plot to assassinate Hitler and overthrow the Nazi high command.

What were the reasons behind Stauffenberg’s conspiracy, how was it planned and what was the ‘Secret Germany’ he aspired for.

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As war raged on land in Western Europe in June 1944, the island of Saipan witnessed a naval bombardment never seen before.

John McManus leads James Holland in a crash course on the first objective of Operation Forager - the brave battle of the US Marines and 27th Infantry Division to occupy the Marianas.

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As Al Murray and James Holland return on English shores, they look back at their Normandy podcast series - the way we think about war, and the foolish decision made by former PM Rishi Sunak to leave D-Day commemorations early.

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Al Murray and James Holland delve into the Battle of Hill 192 - a crucial fight between the 2nd Infantry Division and German 3rd Fallschirmjäger Division to capture this key strategic point near Saint-Lô.

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Securing the high ground was key to victory in Normandy. Al Murray and James Holland continue their journey in the footsteps of Allied soldiers from 80 years ago.

Through idyllic fields, thick forest and deep hedgerows - they pick out individual stories of the first joined up operation after the 6th June landings.

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The Battle for Normandy didn’t end with D-Day. James Holland is re-united with Al Murray to retrace the steps of the Allied Operation EPSOM - 80 years to the day.

Through idyllic fields, thick forest and deep hedgerows - they pick out individual stories of the first joined up operation after the 6th June landings.

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Will we lose a tangible connection to WW2 once the final veteran dies? Is Europe sleepwalking into another monumental war?

Continuing our on-the-ground Normandy series, James Holland meets up with friends and historians to chat about the legacy of Operation OVERLORD.

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Stan Perry is given an almost impossible task; in the dead of night - find a suitable crossing of the Noireau. His success is legendary, but the days that follow will change the Sherwood Rangers forever.

Follow the moving and explosive story of the Sherwood Rangers' gripping battle in the immediate days after D-Day.

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Through the tiny villages and fortress-like roads of Normandy, James Holland retraces the steps of Stanley Christopherson’s tank crew as they edge towards Berlin.

Follow the moving and explosive story of the Sherwood Rangers' gripping battle in the immediate days after D-Day.

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We spend a lot of time speaking about non-fiction, but what are the greatest works of historical fiction?

Al Murray interviews James Holland about his new novel 'Alvesdon', a fictional portrait of a farming family during the Second World War.

📖 Alvesdon is available from the 13th June in all good bookshops

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We're on the ground in Normandy as part of the D-Day 80 celebrations and our first stop is a parachute drop by the Band Of Brothers cast.

James Holland interviews actors from the series and finds out about their gruelling training in Curahee and what it means to be a part of such an iconic TV series.

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After over a month on the ground fighting through fields and villages, the Allies have forced a retreat by Nazi High Command. The fightback has begun in Western Europe.

Al Murray and James Holland assess Allied victory, losses and our memory of June 1944.

In the biggest series of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, join Al and James as they unravel the heroism, sacrifices, and strategic brilliance behind one of the most pivotal moments in history. Prepare to be transported to the heart of the Second World War's defining hour.

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Allied Air superiority has left German forces in a mire, and the death of Rommel only makes the situation worse. After four long years of fighting, the tides have finally turned.

Al Murray and James Holland discuss the defining battles of Operation COBRA and GOODWOOD and the inevitable victory against the Nazis.

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In an expertly researched episode, Al Murray and James Holland investigate the myths surrounding Operation OVERLORD penned by historians in the last 80 years.

They lead the charge against Carlo D’Este’s assessment of Normandy and look at the expert planning that leads to the breakthrough.

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The beaches have been successfully invaded, but the race is on. In the hours and days after D-Day, the Allies faced some of the toughest fighting groups available to the Nazis - including 12 SS HITLER JUGEND and PANZER LEHR.

Can Monty’s men break through the bocage to find victory in Normandy?

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**THE D-DAY SERIES WILL RETURN ON TUESDAY**

Al Murray and James Holland are back again with warbird legend Richard Grace at his Northampton hangar full to the brim with Spitfires, Messerschmitts and Mustangs.

They chat to Richard about flying the wartime planes, the work that goes into restoring the aircraft and his exciting airshow planned for June.

Tickets for Sywell Air Show are available now at: www.sywell2024.co.uk/tickets

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Do the facts of the 6th June really live up to the myth of ‘Bloody Omaha’? Al Murray and James Holland are joined by US historian John McManus to discuss the devastating details of the American beach landing.

The team also explore the horror of the DD Tank, and who is to blame for all of those lives being lost.

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It was the single most day in the entire Allied campaign during WW2, the storming of the beaches of Normandy on the 6th June 1944.

Al Murray and James Holland detail what happened on that day, almost 80 years ago on every beach - and try to dispel the myth of ‘Bloody Omaha’.

In the biggest series of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, join Al and James as they unravel the heroism, sacrifices, and strategic brilliance behind one of the most pivotal moments in history. Prepare to be transported to the heart of the Second World War's defining hour.

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Al Murray and James Holland continue to narrate the story of D-Day in stunning detail.

In today’s episode they spend time focusing on an often untold stories of the invasion - the massive minelaying operation, and the first men to land at Pegasus Bridge.

Next up, The Beaches.

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With only a few hours to go before Landing Craft are due to hit the beaches of Normandy, the Allies plan for Operation OVERLORD hangs finely in the balance.

It is the role of a few weathermen to make the incredibly brave decision to push back D-Day by 24 hours, out of fear of devastating weather.

Al Murray and James Holland look at the final hours before boots hit the beaches.

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The Allied plan for OVERLORD is a masterclass in logistics. Al Murray and James Holland detail the roles of US and British forces in planning the largest coastal invasion of all time.

From Monty’s personality cult to the role of the SOE in Occupied France, no stone is left unturned in preparation for D-Day

In the biggest series of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, join Al and James as they unravel the heroism, sacrifices, and strategic brilliance behind one of the most pivotal moments in history. Prepare to be transported to the heart of the Second World War's defining hour.

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Command (Ep 516)

Command - Live at The National Army Museum (Ep 548)

Landing Craft Tank (Ep 363)

Landing Craft (Ep 265)

Resistance - The Jedburghs (Ep 680)

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May 1944, it is clear to Erwin Rommel that the Allied counter attack is just a few weeks away. The answer is simple - defend the Atlantic Wall.

But Nazi infighting and ludicrous top-down decision making has led to chaos on the Western Front. With the 6th June just days away - they are still asking themselves: where will the Allies land?

In the biggest series of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, join Al and James as they unravel the heroism, sacrifices, and strategic brilliance behind one of the most pivotal moments in history. Prepare to be transported to the heart of the Second World War's defining hour.

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Mighty 8th (Ep 735 - 742)

Cassino '44 (Ep 753 - 760)

Life and Death of the Desert Fox (Ep 41)

The Life of Rommel (Ep 657)

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In a follow up to our superb episode in which John McManus opened up the archives to a glut of post-war surveys of US soldiers, the boys really dig into the harrowing experience of fighting in the Italian campaign.

Not only do we look at the nightmarish conditions in Europe, but also the racism and bloodthrist of American soldiers against Japanese troops. 

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June 1944 was a month of allied invasion, both in Europe and the Pacific.

James Holland and John McManus discuss Operation RECKLESS, the invasion of Hollandia (now New Guinea) on Humboldt Bay.  

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Is the Spitfire the perfect plane? Al Murray and James Holland speak to Matt Jones - possibly the most experienced Spitfire pilot in the world. Matt explains to Al and James his love for the classic warbird and what it took to fly it around the world.

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In the final episode of our epic Italy series, Al Murray and James Holland follow OPERATION DIADEM to completion. The Germans have been pushed back past the Adolf Hitler line and the final victory for the Allies is the liberation of the Eternal City.

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Cassino is cleared, and the Allies are planning one final push to take Rome and end the war in Italy, once and for all. Ira Akers presents OPERATION STRANGLEHOLD, a bombing effort on an enormous scale- freezing the Nazi rearmament. As the ground hardens and blue skies return to the Italian countryside - OPERATION DIADEM is launched.

In this penultimate episode, Al Murray and James Holland begin the road to victory in Southern Europe. They also discuss the Mafioso rule in Italy, and the grotesque reprisal murders enacted by the Gestapo.

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The capturing of Monte Cassino and Cassino town was crucial to the Allied victory in Italy, so why did it take so long to break through the stubborn German resistance?

Al Murray and James Holland also discuss the morale and manpower problems faced by the New Zealand troops.

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The Nazis have assembled over 90,000 troops to counterattack under General von Mackensen’s troops, they’re beginning to amass at the Anzio beach head.

The Allies' progress through Italy is slow, and pressure from Whitehall triggers a change of command in Italy. Will this turn the tide?

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As the battle heats up in Italy, Al Murray and James Holland detail of the most iconic moments in WW2 history - the Battle of Monte Cassino in February 1944.

The Nazis defending the Abbey are depleted, but the Allies' attacks up narrow ridges are failing. Progress is slow, and the terrain is treacherous - will the Abbey be liberated?

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In the early hours of the 22nd January 1944, US Fifth Army swarmed the beaches of Anzio largely unopposed. The Nazis’ response was swift, sending the 14th Army to stop them and preventing the Allies getting any closer to Rome.

Al Murray and James Holland also assess the situation at the Cassino front, the military make-up of the French Expeditionary Corps and the civilian situation in Italy both in the Nazi-occupied north, and ‘liberated’ south.

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As the launch of OPERATION SHINGLE nears, Al Murray and James Holland dig deeper into the mountains, mud and mayhem that categorised the fighting in Italy in January 1944 and take a look at the opening battles of the year.

They also review the innumerable failures of German high command, from the meddling by Hitler that led to a culture of fear that engulfed all decision making, to Kesselring’s mismanagement of frontline troops.

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January 1944. The Allies have failed to reach Rome by Christmas, the ‘soft underbelly’ of Europe is reaching crisis point.

To break through the Nazi’s strangle hold of Italy, the Allies plan OPERATION SHINGLE - the daring beach assault at Anzio.

In the first episode of our Italy series, Al Murray and James Holland outline the reasons for recapturing Rome, Kesselring’s double lock defences at Cassino and the dangers of continuing a stalemate into Spring '44.

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The Nazi occupation of Hungary led to the mass transportation and murder of over 400,000 Jews in 1944 and 1945. Why had Hungary's leadership sided with the Axis?

Al Murray and James Holland are joined by John McManus to review the events of 80 years ago this week.

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus delve into the remarkable and often overlooked history of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American pilots that defied racial barriers to become some of the most distinguished fighter pilots of World War II.

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One of the most gruelling and horrifying roles in all military history was being a grunt during the Second World War. It was so terrifying, that at least 1/5 of all soldiers admitted to losing control of their bowels on the front line.

Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss survival rates and American soldiers' attitudes during the war.

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Charlie Lawson, famous for playing Jim McDonald in Coronation Street shares with Al Murray and James Holland his family's history in the Second World War.

Charlie's uncle, who fought with the Royal Irish Fusiliers, was incredibly close with Australian Lawrie Franklyn-Vaile. During the war they shared an incredible connection and both wrote incredibly moving letters back home.

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Throughout the 20th and 21st century, America's foreign policy has swung violently from isolationist to interventionist - how did the Second World War impact this switch?

Al Murray, John McManus and James Holland answer your questions on WW2 and USA.

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Why did Paddy Mayne earn four Distinguished Service Orders during World War 2 but no VC? Al Murray and James Holland answer your questions, including who had the best operation names - the Americans or the Nazis?

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss the controversial Rapido river crossing by the 36th Texan Division in January 1944.

Why did General Fred Walker fail the river crossing in Italy where so many succeeded? And should it have led to a congressional hearing?

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If the Mosquito could hold the same bomb load and had a smaller crew, why did the Americans use the bulky B17 to bomb Germany? Al Murray and James Holland talk air superiority, Nazi boffins and why there was no air support in Arnhem.

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As the Nazis waged war on Europe, Britain had to take extreme measures to protect its shores. German and Italian nationals were imprisoned across the UK, including a small community of women on the Isle Of Man.

Al Murray and James Holland return to the National Archives, to discover more about this little known part of the Second World War story.

Great Escapes: Remarkable Second World War Captives at The National Archives is free to visit and runs from Friday 2 February  - Sunday 21 July 2024, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/great-escapes to find out more.

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Over 150,000 British and Commonwealth troops were imprisoned by the Germans or Japanese during the Second World War.

What were their lives like, what diseases did they suffer, and how good were their musicals?

Al Murray and James Holland delve into the National Archives to find out more of the lives of POWs.

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“In the end it is only people that count, all the people in the whole world. Any land is beautiful to someone. Any land is worth fighting for to someone. So it isn’t the land. It is the people.”

In a new epic seven-part series inspired by the release of ‘Masters Of The Air’ on AppleTV, Al Murray and James Holland tell the true story of the Mighty 8th - one of the most courageous units in the USAAF.

In our final episode on the Mighty 8th - Al Murray and James Holland chart the final months of the war, and address the myth of US bombing accuracy.

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“We couldn’t tell 109s from P-51s or Focke-Wulfs. We couldn’t tell which side was winning or what kind went down. 

They looked like they were playing around, and then one broke off in a dive that ended when he hit the ground.”

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In the penultimate episode of the series, Al Murray and James follow the Mighty 8th as they bomb Berlin and provide vital air support for D-Day.

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“I wonder if you’ve got the guts to lead a big air force. If you haven’t I’ll get someone who has.”

Al Murray and James Holland have reached one of the most important events of the entire air war - Big Week.

From the 21st February 1944 - Friday 25th February 1944, over 10,000 tonnes of bombs were dropped on Germany by US aircraft.

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“I believe we did a good job today on this target. The flak was scattered and only accurate at one point. Sweated it out a little but we came out unscathed.”

As Big Week looms, Al Murray and James Holland discuss how a change in personnel and strategy reversed the fortunes of the Mighty 8th.

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“We love fighting. Fighting is a grand sport.”

For so much of the war, the vicious fighter planes that we obsess over to this day were being mis-used.

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In today’s episode, Al Murray and James Holland trace the birth of Fighter Command and the birth of the iconic P-51 Mustang.

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“Day bombing is the bold, the aggressive, the offensive thing to do.

“It is the method and the practice which will put the greatest pressure on Germany, work the greatest havoc to his wartime industry and the greatest reduction to this air force.”

General Ira Eaker was determined for his USAAF to bomb Germany during the day and specifically industrial targets. 

Why did he disagree with Bomber Harris - and would the benefit of bombing factories outweigh the growing butcher’s bill of American pilots?

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“Your friends and comrades that have been lost and that will be lost today are depending on you. Their sacrifice must not be in vain. 

“Good luck. Good shooting and good bombing.”

These were the final words of General Fred Anderson of the Eighth Air Force before sending his men to Schweinfurt on the 14th October 1943. The mission became known as Black Thursday.

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Today, Al Murray and James Holland detail the horror of Black Thursday, and the birth of the Bomber Mafia and The Eight Airforce.

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In a special preview of the landmark new Apple TV series 'Masters Of The Air', Al Murray and James Holland speak to the show's co-executive producer and writer, - John Orloff.

Based off the book of the same name by Donald L. Miller, 'Masters Of The Air' is the story of the 100th Bomb Group and their incredible bravery throughout the latter stages of the Second World War.

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In the final episode of Al Murray and James Holland's naval odyssey, they document the final hours of the mighty Scharnhorst. Was it British Naval excellence, or German incompetence that sunk the infamous vessel?

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What was more significant for America in the 20th century - the crushing of Nazism in Europe, or their multiple campaigns for democracy across Asia?

Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus answer this, plus explore the delicate balance of supply and demand achieved during the Second World War.

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Christmas Eve 1943, Admiral Sir Bruce Fraser and the men of Convoy JW55B are in a tense holding pattern up against the Nazi U-boats.

Al Murray and James Holland document the final days before The Battle Of The North Cape, and the sinking of the infamous Scharnhorst.

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One of the most dramatic naval battles of the Second World War - high in the Arctic Circle on Boxing Day, 1943. Al Murray and James Holland set sail for another Naval adventure as they track the sinking of the mighty Scharnhorst.

Setting the scene for the Boxing Day 1943 battle - the boys lay out the need for the Arctic Convoy, the characters involved, and ask a question that has vexed many ever since: was the Scharnhorst a battleship or a battlecruiser?

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James Holland and John McManus review the war in the Pacific 1944 - the year in which the US truly becomes the most powerful nation in the world.

John discusses the duplicitous nature of America's relationship with China and how the differing aims of MacArthur and Stilwell creates so much tension in the Pacific.

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss the Allies' experience of fighting in the mountains of Italy in the brutal winter of 1943’ - especially the horrendous conditions in San Pietro and Monte Sammucro.

John details the evolution of fighting under the cover of darkness, and the dangers it entails.

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Al Murray and James Holland discuss the beauty of naval acronyms, the fine details of the Eureka signal and the myth of Kesselring's fine war record.

They also look into General Mark Clark's blistering letters, in which he calls for total destruction of the German war machine.

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Al Murray and James Holland are joined by academic and author Jonathan Fennell at St Edmund Hall bar to talk about their writing processes.

From operating archives in China and Russia, finding the truth in primary sources and the best tips and tricks on Microsoft Word - we get into the detail of how to write a bestseller.

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How did the White Rose group become the defining figures of Nazi resistance after the Second World War?

Al Murray and James Holland speak to Oxford's Dr Alexandra Lloyd about her research on the White Rose, and the problematic legacy of remembrance for Germany.

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Al Murray and James Holland are joined by friend of the show, historian Rowland White, to talk about the most legendary aircraft of the Second World War - the de Havilland Mosquito - but also about the extraordinary men who flew, the largely forgotten but incredible story of Danish resistance, and one of the most extraordinary raids of the entire war: Operation CARTHAGE.

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The final chapter of our Convoys series sees Al Murray and James Holland recount the final days of Convoy HX231 and the harrowing stories of those that did not survive the crossing.

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From using cod psychology to predict battle fatigue to the enormous blood drives in 1945 - Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss the ways in which the US forces mastered medicine during the Second World War.

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The horror of the Atlantic convoy comes into razor sharp focus when Convoy HX231 comes into contact with the Nazi Wolfpack. In the ultimate game of cat and mouse, can the ships make it to Liverpool in one piece?

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How does a Sherman tank get from the US to a battlefield in Western Europe, and who decides how many get sent?

James Holland and John McManus get deep into the logistics of the Second World War and how it gave the Allies the edge in the 1944.

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It’s the 31st of March 1943 and Convoy HX231 sets off from New York. Sir Charles Ramsey is the commodore of the convoy but he is low on ships for protection - will they get across the Atlantic without being pounced upon by the Nazi Wolfpack?

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The existence of African-American soldiers has all but been erased from the popular narrative of the Second World War.

James Holland and John McManus speak to the esteemed writer and academic Matthew Delmont to help explain how the experience of nearly a million black men on the front line impact the outcome of the war, but also laid the groundwork for the Civil Rights movement in the latter half of the 20th century.

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In the first of a three part series, Al Murray and James Holland discuss the journey of Convoy HX231.

Today, they chat about the build up to its launch from New York in March 1943 - including how Atlantic convoys were set up during the Second World War and the ever present threat of the Nazi Wolfpack.

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss the deadly battle on Tarawa. A close quarters and bloody fight for a small atoll in the central Pacific

Why was it so brutal, and how did their leaders convince the counterparts to fight to the last man?

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Al Murray and James Holland catch up on their latest research and after some revelatory peering down rabbit holes look back to this week in 1943 to explore the war in Italy, the role of Charles De Gaulle in Lebanon, the birth of the United Nations and the complexity of the Cairo Conference.

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Al Murray and James Holland speak to actress, comedian and political campaigner Suzy Eddie Izzard about their lifelong love for the Second World War.

In another jam-packed episode of war waffle, Suzy discusses the difference between performing stand up in Germany and France, playing a Nazi alongside Tom Cruise in the film Valkyrie, and her incredible 1940s themed model railway.

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Tribal Class Destroyers, what was life like serving on them - and what is a Destroyer?

Al Murray and James Holland go into detail into the staffing, roles and weapons that could be found on an Allied Navy Destroyer.

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Al Murray and James Holland speak to decorated Marine Corps officer and former United States senator Jim Webb.

They discuss the evolution of the US Marine Corps between the two world wars, including the lessons learned from the disaster of Galipoli.

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Al Murray and James Holland read Second World War manuals produced by the British and American Army.

They detail the unbelievable difficulty that XXX Corps faced in Arnhem, and the problems posed in urban warfare.

Plus- how many horses did the Waffen SS have?

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Recorded at We Have Ways Fest 2023, Al Murray sits down with music journalist David Hepworth for a chat about 1940s pop music, the spirit of the nation, and the BBC.

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Al Murray chats to Dr Waitman Wade Beorn about one of the most fascinating ruminations on fighting during the Second World War - Warriors by J. Glenn Gray.

J. Glenn Gray entered the army as a private in May 1941, having been drafted on the same day he was informed of his doctorate in philosophy from Columbia University, years after the end of war - the philosopher reread his war diaries and began to write eloquently on warfare does to soldiers, especially our understanding of cruelty in war.

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Italy proved a nightmare place to fight, no matter what side you were on: the endless mountains, the innumerable rivers, the narrowness of roads, the blazing heat, and then torrential rain and freezing cold.

Jonathan Fennell, John McManus and James Holland ask, just how big was the crisis in morale for both sides and how did commanders deal with the weight of expectation, mounting casualties and truly appalling conditions? 

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In another wide ranging discussion, Al Murray tells James Holland about his evening at the Royal Engineers Museum alongside Jools Holland and Sir Tom Jones, the tactical importance of landing craft, and how often they think about invading Wiltshire.A Goalhanger Production

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Al Murray and James Holland speak to the writer and director of 'The Great Escaper', a new film starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson about the heartwarming true story of Bernard Jordan, the 89-year-old veteran who snuck off to attend the 70th anniversary of D-day.

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Al Murray, James Holland and John McManus discuss the life of Joseph Stilwell - the United States Army general best known for his service in the China-Burma-India Theatre during the Second World War.

What was his relationship like with Chiang Kai-shek, and what about his personality led to him being remembered as "Vinegar Joe"?

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In December 1942, Herbert 'Blondie' Hasler's men were aiming for the occupied port of Bordeaux - with just canoes, mines and grenades. Operation FRANKTON was certainly daring and it did achieve its aims but only two out of ten ever made it back. James Holland and Al Murray discuss one of the most famous - but possibly hare-brained - missions of the entire Second World War.

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John 'Lucky' Luckadoo was born in 1922, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He is the last surviving pilot of the US Eighth Air Force 100th Bomb Group - nicknamed 'The Bloody 100th'.

In this brilliant interview with James Holland, he describes his experience flying for the USAAF and the devastating experience of Black Thursday.

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What did the US Army and West Point learn from the Civil War, and how did this impact leadership throughout the Second World War?

James Holland and John McManus discuss the similarities of leadership by two iconic American generals: Ulysses S. Grant and Dwight D. Eisenhower.

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Al Murray and James Holland turn back the clocks to investigate two seismic events of the Second World War that happened 80 years ago this week.

They first discuss the Fifth Army’s crossing of the River Volturno in Italy, drawing on eye-witness accounts, and then the disastrous second bombing of Schweinfurt on 14 October 1943 by the US Eighth Air Force that became known as Black Thursday.

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Former US Paratrooper and now historian, James Fenelon joins Jim and John McManus to discuss the extraordinary and little-known exploits of the 11th Airborne Division - a unit led by the brilliant Joe Swing and who excelled during the Battle for the Philippines. The term ‘forgotten heroes’ might have been invented for this bunch!

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Did German doctors unfairly euthanise their own troops if they got shot in the stomach? Were any lessons learnt by the Nazis after Salerno? And is it pronounced "Waco" or "Waco"?

All these questions, and more answered by Al Murray and James Holland.

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In a bonus USA episode, James Holland recounts an incredible trip to James recounts an incredible trip to D-Day Ohio - one of the world's biggest re-enactor festivals.

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Al Murray and James Holland are joined by the lawyer and writer Philippe Sands to discuss revelatory documents that strongly suggest Pope Pius XII had knowledge of the mass murder of Poles and Jews at Belzec in 1942.

They also speak about the battle for truth within the walls of the Vatican, and how Adolf Hitler used the courts to increase his popularity before 1933 - just as Donald Trump is doing today.

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James Holland and John McManus discuss the history of the only American fighting division that can be traced back to the war of 1812 - The 7th Infantry Regiment.

What was the involvement of this legendary group of men during the Second World War, especially their impact on the Italian campaign?

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In a bonus USA episode, James recounts an incredible trip to D-Day Ohio - one of the world's biggest re-enactor festivals.

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From the bestselling author of Brothers in Arms comes the story of the most pivotal Allies campaign of World War II.

With the invasion of France the following year taking shape, and hot on the heels of victory in Sicily, the Allies crossed into Southern Italy in September 1943. They expected to drive the Axis forces north and be in Rome by Christmas. And although Italy surrendered, the German forces resisted fiercely and the swift hoped-for victory descended into one of the most brutal battles of the war.

Even though shipping and materiel were already being safeguarded for the D-Day landings, there were still huge expectations on the progress of the invading armies, but those shortages were to slow the advance with tragic consequences. As the weather closed in, the critical months leading up to Monte Cassino would inflict a heavy price for every bloody, hard fought mile the Allied troops covered.

Chronicling those dark, dramatic months in unflinching and insightful detail, The Savage Storm is unlike any campaign history yet written. James Holland has always recounted the Second World War at ground level, but this version telling brings the story vividly to life like never before. Weaving together a wealth of letters, diaries, and other incredible documents, Holland traces the battles as they were fought - across plains, over mountains, through shattered villages and cities, in intense heat and, towards the end, frigid cold and relentless rain - putting readers at the heart of the action to create an entirely fresh and revealing telling of this most pivotal phase of the war.

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Who killed Jean Moulin, and did they get him to talk?

Al Murray and James Holland discuss the final days of the resistance hero's life, and how his death has contributed to national myths about occupied France during the Second World War.

The boys also discuss the mind boggling figures that surround Operation Market Garden, including some stomach churning facts about injuries in Arnhem

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Why are we obsessed with the Second World War?

Dermot O’Leary and James May join Al and James on stage at We Have Ways Fest to look into why we’re so gripped by the subject and it’s importance. 

They also reminisce about the films and objects that first got them hooked and discuss how their obsession has carried on into adult life.

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In the next installment of our Heritage Heroes series James joins former naval corpsman Rabbi Rob Thomas in Ohio to discuss his remarkably diverse collection of tanks and heavy armour - one of the most extensive in the US! They delve into the impact of the Second World War upon Rob's own family history, the importance of educating the public about military weaponry, and debunk myths about the war.

Rob’s connection to the war is a personal one; his wife’s grandfather, as a native Yiddish speaker, acted as translator at some of the first liberated concentration camps in Germany, which is why Rob believes in the continuing value of education about the conflict. 

Hear how his collection started with a couple of machine guns and a jeep on which to mount them, before escalating to Shermans and a warehouse. 

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In another classic USA episode, the boys are joined by American historian Kevin Hymel. Kevin has spent his career writing the quintessential biography of General Patton, in this wide ranging discussion they chat about his legacy, his achievements and his unreadable handrwriting

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With just a few days to go until the biggest event of the podcast's calendar, Al Murray and James Holland speak about their excitement for We Have Ways Fest Drei.

They also chat about airborne operations, their undying love for Second World War history and James unearths a 1940s training manual.

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We know that the British are still obsessed with the Second World War, but what about the other side of the pond?

James Holland and John McManus look at the way that the memory of war has impacted US society - from High School students to D-Day re-enactors.

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Al and Jim end up on the subject of the Savage Storm, James' new book about the Allied campaign in southern Italy in late 1943, but not before they've caught up with the Westland Whirlwind, the RAF's cannon fighter hot-rod.

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How did the battles in the Philippines impact the struggle between the US and Japanese forces? Al Murray and James Holland are joined by our regular US expert John McManus to take a deep dive into the Philippines campaign.

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