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“Flag Five! Enemy in Sight!”- The Battle of the River Plate- Part 2
We’re marking the 85th anniversary of the Battle of the River Plate. Gunny and Tim are here to unpack this important Allied victory, but we’re going beyond the surface. Join us for part 2 of this episode, where we discuss the Battle of the River Plate.
Part 1
1. Hitting With Big Guns
2. Deutschland Class – “Pocket Battleships” or Heavy Cruiser?
3. Compromise and numbers
4. Brief Introduction to Harwood and Langsdorff
Part 2
1. War operations
2. Setting the Scene: Heading for the River Plate
3. The Battle of the River Plate
4. Langsdorff’s End
5. The Myth Around the Battle
Sources, Maps, Diagrams
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OJXDDJQ6ngtUjuPBwQHPo11ScHo0ygX42CTcaOb-ubQ/edit?usp=sharing
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“Engage the Enemy More Closely”- The Battle of the River Plate- Part 1
We’re marking the 85th anniversary of the Battle of the River Plate. Gunny and Tim are here to unpack this event, but we’re going beyond the surface. We’ll explore some of the skewed portrayals that have surrounded the battle over the years. History may be written by the victors, but what happens when a story deserves closer scrutiny? Can turning an event into legend obscure the valuable lessons it holds? Join us for part 1 of this episode, where we discuss the Battle of the River Plate.
Part 1:
1. Hitting With Big Guns
2. Deutschland Class – “Pocket Battleships” or Heavy Cruiser?
3. Compromise and numbers
4. Brief Introduction to Harwood and Langsdorff
Part 2:
1. War operations
2. Setting the Scene: Heading for the River Plate
3. The Battle of the River Plate
4. Langsdorff’s End
5. The Myth Around the Battle
Sources, Maps, Diagrams
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OJXDDJQ6ngtUjuPBwQHPo11ScHo0ygX42CTcaOb-ubQ/edit?usp=sharing
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2:12:11
In Service and Sacrifice
A mini episode to honor Remembrance Day and Veterans Day. Gunny, John, and Tim each share a tribute to the men and women who have proudly worn the uniform.
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Losing Sheffield, Saving Stark- Part 2
As promised, part 2 is here! In the second installment of Losing Sheffield, Saving Stark, Gunny, Tim, and John discuss the events of 17 May 1987. In this episode, the guys explore what went wrong and what went right on USS Stark. A list of sources is provided in the link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X0qZU3U3oyVDZaFDMoL_ErWmXpRSqIDlpAdQCXWft1o/edit?usp=sharing
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Losing Sheffield, Saving Stark- Part 1
We're kicking off a two-part series titled "Losing Sheffield, Saving Stark." In this first installment, Gunny, Tim, Rich, and special guest John dive into the events surrounding the first Royal Navy warship lost in combat since World War II. In this episode, we’ll explore what went wrong on HMS Sheffield and how this tragic loss could have been avoided.
A list of sources, terminology, and photos can be accessed via the link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1waTVWApf06rlEr6TtlPKYOqXmLDT0fsU7dRfwehXPDU/edit?usp=sharing
Hi hi hi shipmates! Welcome aboard ShipWrekt- a podcast that dives deep into the history of naval battles with a unique perspective. Hosted by a civilian sea captain and a former member of the Royal Navy, our show takes you beyond the textbooks, providing insights from those who have actually experienced combat at sea. Each episode brings in additional navy veterans, offering firsthand expertise and knowledge on the intricacies of naval warfare.
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