The History Syndicate Podcast

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Jason Lanzter from the Butler University, Indiana, USA to discuss Gen Dwight D Eisenhower's engagement with the impact of the Holocaust. His book Dwight Eisenhower and the Holocaust: A History illustrates the topic superbly. He discusses how Gen Eisenhower wanted the Holocaust documented to ensure that it was never forgotten alongside providing the evidence and documentation for the trails of those responsible. He discussed how the discovery of Ohrdruf Camp, the first by US Forces in April 1945, impacted Gen Eisenhower when he went to see it. Alongside seeing the destruction that the Second World War caused as well as the impact of having to lead and make decisions that resulted in the destruction, the impact on Gen Eisenhower was profound leading him to be determined that such events could never be allowed to happen again. This episode was a fascinating insight from a different angle into the mind of one of the most known about characters from World War Two.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.
With guest Dr Jason Lantzer.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Erin Allen to discuss the United States Army 42nd (Rainbow Division). Speakings about the Division's origins around the First World War, its deployment and then subsequent deployments to the European theatre during the Second World War. With the soldier experience being a clear passion, Erin discusses her research with an empathy for others who have served on operations overseas. Additionally, their expereince around the Holocaust also allowed the conversation to delve further into the topic of the soldier experience in the Division.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.
With guest Erin Faith Allen.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Stu Lyle to discuss the history of urban warfare with a deep dive into the formation of the Home Guard and their role in the development of Urban Warfare doctrine. Mark and Stu discuss the variations of urban warfare, how it has evolved and how there are a number a myths associated with such operations. One of the big myths is that of the 'Dads Army', who had more of a intricate role in development fighting in built up areas and its employment in North-West Europe during the Second World War.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.
With Stu Lyle.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: Throughout History available via ASync.
Audio: Mixed using ASync.
Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes back Dr Steve Tibble to discuss his book 'Crusader Armies' where he dispels many of the macro popular perspectives of "The Crusades". That the reasons why the armies fought, how they fought and how they were motivated may not be as obvious as it seems yet far more complex. Additionally, Mark and Steve discuss a mutual love for wargaming and revisit Steve's book 'Assassins and Templars' which has been taken by Wargames Illustrated and others to build a game to explore the topic.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.
With guest Dr Steve Tibble.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Phil Craig to discuss his book '1945: The Reckoning: War, Empire and the Struggle for a New World'. In this conversation, Phil discusses with Mark the wider thematic points around 1945 and the world that emerged from the Second World War. This includes the relationship between Great Britain and its then Empire, the relationship with the USA and facets of Indian Independence. Within the book, through a cast of real people, Phil brings to life the world in which they lived under the realities of the macro topics discussed during this episode.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.
With guest Phil Craig.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: Throughout History available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.