The History Syndicate Podcast

On this episode, Mark welcomes Battlefield Guide Simon Browne back onto the podcast to discuss Omaha Beach on 6th June 1944. One of five beaches utilised by the Allies on D-Day it is arguably the most well known and iconic. Simon introduces the beach and some of the narratives from the battle, dispelling some of the myths and exploring some of the realities of the beach landing that day. These include 'the beast of Omaha', why were there no 'Hobart's Funnies', Naval Gunfire Support, what actually happened to the DD Tanks, the combat status and experiences of the units that were engaged, what the US Ranger unit roles were on Omaha Beach as depicted in 'Saving Private Ryan' and various other aspects of that fight. Including how the Rangers got the motto 'Rangers lead the Way'. An excellent intro to the battle of Omaha Beach for anyone who is seeking to go and visit the ground.

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 Simon Browne.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
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On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Helen Fry to discuss her latest book 'Nuremberg: The Translator's Tale: The Story of Howard Triest, German-Jewish Interpreter of the Nazi War Criminals'. Helen discusses her love for history and how she was inspired as well as what she is achieving via her work for garnering the perspective of the Jewish refugees from Germany during the Second World War. Her contact with Howard Triest gave her the unique opportunity to discuss with him the conversations and interactions he had during the rise of the Nazis, the war itself as a US combat soldier and then his role as a translator for the psychiatrists conducting interviews in the cells at Nuremberg through 1945.

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 Helen Fry.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Mark Turnbill to discuss Charles I in relation to his book on the monarch 'Charles I's Private Life'. Mark discusses how perspectives can be somewhat harsh on Charles and the situation that he found himself in between essentially three warring factions at the end of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms.

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 Mar Turnbill.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Mike 'Chalky' Peters to the pod to discuss his book 'Glider Pilots in Sicily'. An avid researcher and expert battlefield guide, Mike discusses the nuances of the Glider Pilot Regiment and their actions around the Sicily Op Husky Campaign, which includes Op Ladbroke (9th -10th July 1943 and Op Fustian (13-14th July 1943). The first mass use of the Horsa Glider, it did not go well and yet many lessons were learned for the later decisive operation of Overlord in Normandy.

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 Mike Peters.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Elisabeth Norton to the pod to discuss her latest book, 'Women Who Ruled The World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy'. Mark and Beth discuss what is considered as monarchy, what it means to be a ruler and some of the more unknown female monarchs from history. Discussions range from ancient rulers throughout pre-modern, early modern and modern monarchs, including Maria Thersea, Isabella I of Castile, Mary I of England and more.

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 Elizabeth Norton.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.