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72. Discussing 'The Red Devils on D-Day' with Neil Barber
28/07/2026 | 55 mins.
On this episode, Mark is joined by the excellent Neil Barber to discuss his new book 'The Red Devils on D-Day: The River Dives Bridges, From Drop Zone to Destruction'. Building upon his previous excellent research for 'Pegasus Bridge' and 'The Day the Devils Dropped In', Neil brings to the fore many unsung events in the popular history particularly about the unknown bridges to secure the Allied eastern Flank during Operation OVERLORD. Neil discusses the bridges, his recollections of the veterans he knew, thoughts on the events for the British Parachute Regiment and the emotional elements of researching individuals conducting these actions during D-Day. Additionally, Neil also runs battlefield studies about 6th Airborne Division through ArmyGroup1944.

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 Neil Barber.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
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71. Musings on a visit to the Battle of Marston Moor (2nd July 1644)
21/07/2026 | 29 mins.
On this episode, Mark reflects on a recent visit to the Battlefield of Marston Moor, where on 2nd July 1644, the Royalist Army under Prince Rupert of the Rhine was defeated by an Allied force of Parliamentarians and Scottish Covenantors. The largest battle fought on English soil where a late evening surprise attack turned the war in the north entirely in favour of the Parliamentarian cause.

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.
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.
70. Discussing the writing and launch of 'The Steps To Glory' with Dr Victoria Carr and Simon Shephard
14/07/2026 | 57 mins.
On this episode, Mark welcomes back to the syndicate Dr Victoria Carr and Simon Shephard to discuss the upcoming launch of their co-authored research and book, 'The Steps To Glory: Commissioning Officers for Britain's Land Forces Vol 1: 1660 to July 1914'. They discuss how the research came about, how they went about researching it and gave some top tips regarding writing one's own book. The vastness of their research, covering 1270 individual stories from across this period at Sandhurst, is the central spine of the book's narrative, which will be launched at the royal Military Academy Sandhurst on 22nd July 2026.

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 Victoria Carr and Simon Shephard.
Edited and produced by Mark Martin.
Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.
Audio: Mixed using Async.
Published via Acast.
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69. Musings on a visit to the Battlefield of Towton
07/07/2026 | 37 mins.
On this episode, Mark reflects on a recent visit to the Battlefield of Towton, where on 29th march 1461, the Lancastrian army of Henry VI was defeated by the Yorkist force of Edward IV. A turning point in the Wars of the Roses (1455-1487) that established Edward IV on the the throne that was reputed to be the bloodiest battle on English soil.

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.
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.
68. Discussing Napoleon III with Dr Edward Shawcross
30/06/2026 | 1h 7 mins.
On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Edward Shawcross to discuss Emperor Napoleon III of France. Releasing his book 'The People's Emperor: The Unlikely Rise and Spectacular Fall of Napoleon the Third', Dr Shawcross discusses who Napoleon was, his relationship and thoughts on Napoleon I, reflections on economic reform, rebuilding Paris and his unlikely rise to power.

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 Edward Shawcross.
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.

About The History Syndicate Podcast

The History Syndicate Podcast is to bring together those with a common interest in history. It is to build a community for anyone to discuss everything and anything history.Whether your research is part of an academic scholarly debate, a museum exhibition, an historical project or personal family history, the syndicate wants to hear and share it with the world.So much work, time and effort placed into discovering, re-evaluating or add to historical knowledge often goes unsaid, unpublished and unheard. It is the syndicate’s desire to provide a relaxed conversational forum where all have equal opportunity to present their knowledge and hard work.Join the syndicate host Mark Martin on The History Syndicate Podcast. Mark is a graduate of history and has enthusiasm for any historical subject. This is his hobby podcast simply because he loves talking history with anyone.Mark wants to build an active community open to all with a common interest in history.The syndicate hopes you enjoy being involved in the conversation.Hosted, created and produced by Mark Martin.Music: 'Throughout History' via Async.Audio: Mixed using Async.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI.The History Syndicate Podcast is an independent creation not aligned to any organisation or institution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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