The History of WWII Podcast
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Episode 76-The Army of the Nile
The Italians have been pushed out of Egypt and Gen. Richard O'Connor has lost his 4th Indian Division. Still, he decides to pursue the retreating Italian 10th Army. The Italians make it to the port city of Bardia before British armor can catch them, so th
Episode 75-Military Aviation Museum
Here is an Mp4 episode of my recent trip to the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, VA. Amazing place!
Episode 74-Operation Compass
After 6 months of planning, the British are ready to move against Marshal Graziani.
Episode 73-Italian Checks, Greek Balances
Greek soldiers continue to dominate and push the Italian invaders back into Albania and closer to the sea. The RAF makes its presence felt by downing dozens of Italian aircraft. Mussolini can't hide the backsliding of his troops from Hitler but Prime Mini
Episode 72-Taranto Pt 3
The last episode covering the Battle of Taranto. The second attack wave of Swordfish make for the harbor, but only after overcoming problems of their own. Admiral Cunningham scores a major success and British moral is lifted. But the Italian Navy is not f
Episode 71-Taranto, Pt 2
Adm. Cunningham updates the plan to attack Taranto, but then suffers several setbacks. These are over come, the Italians are confused by the massive ship movements during the first ten days of November. Then the first of two attacks are launched by Swordf
Episode 70-The Battle of Taranto, Pt 1
British Admiral Andrew B. Cunningham, commander of the Mediterranean Fleet has his orders: Maintain the sea lanes between Gibraltar and the Suez Canal. Holding on to Malta will allow the British to recon their main target, the port of Taranto. If the Ital
Episode 69B-Talk History
We are joined by Steven Guerra of The History of the Papacy Podcast to discuss Italy's attack on Greece, the Battle of Taranto and some of the what if's of WWII.
Episode 69-Greek Fire, Part II
Italy has invaded Greece, but under Prime Mister Metaxas, the Greeks are ready. The Italians are drawn in and then the defenders use their mountains to launch counter attacks. The world is impressed, but Churchill is already committed to Egypt and the U.S
Episode 68-Greek Fire, Pt. 1
Mussolini and Hitler deceive each other over desired territory, while Prime Mister Metaxas of Greece tries to stay below Italy's radar. Britain is through trying to separate Italy from Germany and decides to support the smaller Aegean power, despite the p