Historian Mat McLachlan brings Australian history to life in this engaging, educational and entertaining podcast. From the ancient age to the modern world, take a trip through time with Living History! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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For more than 40 years bestselling author and historian Peter Hart has interviewed thousands of veterans about their experience of war. Join him and his chum Gary Bain as they explore all aspects of military history, from the ancient world to the Second World War. Pete and Gary don't just tell the history, they bring it to life with the words of the men and women who were there! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/pete-and-garys-military-history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac ...
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Historians Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith explore the great battlefields of Europe, from ancient times to the Second World War. Join them as they bring the history of the battlefields to life, through exploring the ground and reliving the experience in the words of the people who were there. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Live from Vietnam! In this very special episode of the podcast, Mat is joined by veteran of the Battle of Long Tan, Dave Sabben, MG. Mat and Dave have just walked the entire Long Tan battlefield on the 58th anniversary of the battle, and share their thoughts about this very special experience. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Dave Sabben, MG Produce…
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During the Second World War, the Allies were desperate to sink the two biggest battleships in the German fleet, Bismarck and her sister ship Tirpitz. Bismarck went to the bottom in 1941 but in 1944 Tirpitz was still threatening Allied shipping. In a series of daring raids over the icy waters of Norway, Royal Air Force bombers eventually sank the mi…
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Ep226: Laugh or Fly - Ypres of Trouble, 1917
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Following the bitter campaign during the Battle of Arras, the British switch their attention north, to the Ypres sector. This change presents a new set of challenges for the airmen of the RFC and their crews. Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. Order the book now! https://w…
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The First World War is drawing to a close, as the unstoppable forces of France, Britain and America grind the German army into the ground. But some of the toughest fighting of the war is still to come before an Armistice is finally signed. How did the men keep going through this terrible ordeal, knowing that the war could end any day, and yet death…
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Ep225: Laugh or Fly - Up the Arras, 1917!
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The men of the RFC are still battling hard, as the focus shifts from the Somme to Arras in 1917. Can they survive a resurgent German air campaign? Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848 Visit Gal…
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Walking Gallipoli with Mat and Peter Hart!
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Mat McLachlan and Peter Hart are going to Gallipoli! In this special episode of the podcast, the two historians and chums discuss their upcoming tour in May 2025, which will discover the battlefields of Gallipoli by walking in the footsteps of the men who were there! The 10-day tour begins in Istanbul on May 21, 2025, and we'd love you to join us (…
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Mat McLachlan and Peter Hart are going to Gallipoli! In this special episode of the podcast, the two historians and chums discuss their upcoming tour in May 2025, which will discover the battlefields of Gallipoli by walking in the footsteps of the men who were there! The 10-day tour begins in Istanbul on May 21, 2025, and we'd love you to join us (…
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Mat McLachlan and Peter Hart are going to Gallipoli! In this special episode of the podcast, the two historians and chums discuss their upcoming tour in May 2025, which will discover the battlefields of Gallipoli by walking in the footsteps of the men who were there! The 10-day tour begins in Istanbul on May 21, 2025, and we'd love you to join us! …
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Ep224: Laugh or Fly - Success on the Somme, 1916
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Fighting during the Battle of the Somme in 1916 wasn't just taking place on the ground. There was also a bitter aerial war taking place in the skies above the trenches. Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hard…
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Ep223: Krithia - Gallipoli's Forgotten Anzac Battle
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The Battle of Krithia was one of the bloodiest ordeals at Gallipoli, and cost the Australians and New Zealanders nearly 2500 casualties. But for some reason the battle has slipped through the cracks of history, and barely rates a mention in the Anzac story of Gallipoli. Mat McLachlan's new book, Krithia: The Forgotten Anzac Battle of Gallipoli, red…
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Ep223: Laugh or Fly - The Fokker Scourge, 1915
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The tables are turning in the skies over the Western Front! The Germans have brought hundreds of new planes into service, and Allied pilots are paying the price. Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/…
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Ep222: 1918 - Monash and the Australians (Part 3)
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In three years of combat the Australian Imperial Force evolved from a keen but inexperienced group of new recruits who landed at Gallipoli, to one of the elite assault forces on the Western Front. No discussion of the closing days of WWI would be complete without exploring the key role played by Australian troops, and their enigmatic leader, Lieute…
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After the successes of August 1918, the Allies are smelling blood and, in one of the most overwhelming series of attacks launched during the entire First World War, they deal the Germans a savage blow. The French and British, supported by Canadians, Australians, New Zealanders and Americans, launch four huge attacks in four consecutive days in Sept…
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In this bonus episode, which originally aired on our sister podcast, BattleWalks, Mat is joined by historian Pete Smith to tell the story of Australian Olympic gold medallist and WWI officer, Cecil Healy. Hosts: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Subscribe via Patreon to receive exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening and spe…
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Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. In this episode they tell the story of life at the front during the first year of the war. Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848 Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk…
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Ep221: 1918 - Four Battles in Four Days (Part 2)
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After the successes of August 1918, the Allies are smelling blood and, in one of the most overwhelming series of attacks launched during the entire First World War, they deal the Germans a savage blow. The French and British, supported by Canadians, Australians, New Zealanders and Americans, launch four huge attacks in four consecutive days in Sept…
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The Germans have battered themselves to the point of exhaustion in their Spring Offensives of March and April, 1918. Now it's time for the Allies to strike back! Beginning with French actions on the Marne, the great Allied offensive that would eventually lead to the total defeat of the German Army begins. And the attack is soon taken up by the Brit…
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Ep220: 1918 - The Final Days of WWI (Part 1)
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The Germans have battered themselves to the point of exhaustion in their Spring Offensives of March and April, 1918. Now it's time for the Allies to strike back! Beginning with French actions on the Marne, the great Allied offensive that would eventually lead to the total defeat of the German Army begins. And the attack is soon taken up by the Brit…
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It's a brand new series! Pete and Gary have a new book out, Laugh or Fly, and in this special series of episodes they will break down the story of the men who flew in the Royal Flying Corps during the Great War. On the ground there was no end to the amusements they could enjoy. But in the air, combat was no laughing matter, and death lurked behind …
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Ep219: WW2 Secret Agents with Clare Mulley
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The Special Operations Executive was a secretive British organisation that engaged in espionage and supported resistance movements in occupied Europe during the Second World War. In this episode Mat is joined by historian Clare Mulley to tell the story of several women who played vital roles in SOE operations - many of whom lost their lives in the …
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The war is over! But what does this mean for Douglas Haig, commander of the British forces? It's the latest instalment in Pete and Gary's deep-dive into the military career of Sir Douglas Haig. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Produ…
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It's the second part of Pete and Gary's deep-dive into the career of Sir Douglas Haig in 1918. How will the war end? Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and receive special bon…
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Juno Beach was sandwiched between Gold and Sword, and was the responsibility of Canadian forces to secure. But in scenes reminiscent of Omaha Beach to the west, the Canadians came ashore in the face of withering German fire and suffered heavy casualties. What made Juno Beach such a deadly place to land on D-Day? In the final episode of our special …
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Pete and Gary are back live with a brand new episode! It's a much-delayed conclusion to their special series on Sir Douglas Haig, as the was draws to a close in 1918. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become …
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Sword Beach was the most easterly of all the D-Day landing beaches, and the one most likely to face the wrath of German counter-attacks. As the British infantry landed their flank was supported by a daring airborne operation. Would the British get ashore before German reinforcements moved against them? In the fourth of our special series on the D-D…
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Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The seventh episode deals with both success and failure in 1917. Success at Arras, Messines and the early phases of the Third Battle of Ypres, but dreadful failure in the mud of Passchendaele. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to h…
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Our focus now shifts to the British sector of D-Day, and the landing on Gold Beach. Would the Brits get ashore in the face of treacherous weather and fierce German resistance? In the third of our special series on the D-Day landings, Mat is joined by historian Gary Sheffield to tell the story of the landing at Gold Beach. Hosts: Mat McLachlan and G…
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Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The sixth episode tells the story of Haig during the Battle of the Somme - not a great time for any British commander! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain…
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While American troops were being cut down on Omaha Beach, their comrades to the west were coming ashore on the rolling dunes of Utah Beach. Why did this landing go so much more to plan? In the second of our special series on the D-Day landings, Mat is joined by historian John McManus to tell the story of Utah Beach. Hosts: Mat McLachlan and John Mc…
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It's the 80th anniversary of D-Day and Mat is breaking down the entire day by telling the story of each of the five beaches. It's a five-episode special series that will reveal the real story of the invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944. Today the Americans are tasked with the toughest mission of D-Day: landing in front of the imposing cliffs and to…
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It's the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, so Pete and Gary are exploring the huge build-up to the largest amphibious operation in history. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad…
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Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The fifth episode tells the story of Haig in 1915, as the British army goes on the offensive! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan…
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Ep213: Gallipoli - All Hope Gone (Part 8)
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The end is drawing near. After failure, disappointment and outright disaster, it's time for the Allies to evacuate Gallipoli. But this is no simple task - nearly 100,000 men need to be withdrawn from the peninsula under the noses of the Turks. Will the British and Anzacs be able to pull it off? How can they slink away without losing half their forc…
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Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The fourth episode tells the story of Haig as a general in the field in the first year of the war, and his stoic defence of the vital Flanders town of Ypres. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more informatio…
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