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Battles of the First World War Podcast

Mike Cunha
World War I
Battle Of Tannenberg
French Army
Hello Girls
Second Battle Of the Marne
Germany
German Army
First World War
Meuse Argonne
The Stolen Child
American Women In World War I
Military History
Battle Of Verdun
Battle Of the Somme
Canada
New Ypres League
Veteranism
Wilfred Owen
John Dewitt
Congressional Gold Medal

The Battles of the First World War Podcast goes in-depth into the battles of the Great War of 1914-1918. The goal is to really go into the details of how and why these battles unfolded and happened as they did. In telling the narrative of these clashes we can revisit some of the stories of the men and women who lived, fought, and died during the first titanic struggle of the 20th Century, for thes... more

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Following the discussion of German plans for their next great offensive, we turn now to French and Allied plans to meet this next attack.

Allied Supreme Commander Marshal Ferdinand Foch and French Army commander GEN Philippe Pétain intended to resp... more

***Technical note: My apologies on the audio reverb that may be heard in this episode.

A concise history revealing New Jersey's vital industrial, military, and civilian contributions to America's World War I effort.

During World War I, New Jersey... more

The story behind an often erroneously captioned photograph of the First World War, and remembering the man in it.

The BFWWP is on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast.

Any questions, comments or concerns please contac... more

This episode will visit the German strategic situation in June 1918 and the resulting plans for their next offensive, which would be called "Friedensturm:" the Peace Offensive.

The BFWWP is on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorld... more

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Recent Guests

Richard A. Wasserman
US Army Lieutenant Colonel, retired; author of The War to End All Wars, New Jersey's Role in World War I
Episode: New Jersey's Role in World War I - with LTC (Ret.) Richard Wasserman
Paul Friedland
International lawyer and author of Citizen of the Shadows
University/independent scholar (history author)
Episode: Citizen of the Shadows - The Lives and Lies of Lothar Witzke
Robert Hornick
Retired international lawyer and co-author
Independent scholar
Episode: Citizen of the Shadows - The Lives and Lies of Lothar Witzke
Briana Gervat
Author of There Will Come Soft Rains; travel writer focusing on the Western Front
Author
Episode: There Will Come Soft Rains - with Briana Gervat
Susan Raby-Dunne
Canadian author, military historian and battlefield guide
Canadian War History Tours (as featured in conversation)
Episode: John McCrae: Beyond Flanders Fields - with Susan Raby-Dunne
Steve Marsdin
Student and researcher of the 1914 Battle of the Frontiers and French politics during the war
Independent researcher
Episode: The French Army in the First World War, a Discussion: Pt 7, Pt 1
Jim Smithson
Author of A Taste of Success, The First Battle of the Scarpe, The Opening Phase of the Battle of Arras, 9-14 April 1917
Author/Historian
Episode: The French Army in the First World War, a Discussion: Pt 7, Pt 1
Phil Watson
Veteran of the British Armed Forces and PhD candidate researching British military doctrine; discussed three articles for the Western Front Association's Stand To Journal
University of Wolverhampton
Episode: British Doctrine in the Great War with Phil Watson
Antony J. Bell
Author of A Penny a Shell
British historical fiction author
Episode: A Penny a Shell - A Discussion with Antony Bell

Host

Mike Cunha
Lead host; coordinates research, episode structure, and guest selections with a focus on deep-dive WWI battle narratives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • In Flanders Fields

    Fascinating episode. I learned a lot of information i did not know.

    Keep up the great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdh835
    United States2 months ago
  • Very informative and interesting podcast

    This is a wonderful podcast for World War One buffs. It is very informative. Mike Cunha takes care to select a variety of interesting topics and you get information here you don’t get elsewhere. You’ll never be bored!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gen Buat
    Belgium3 months ago
  • Remember Grandpa

    Every so often I look at my Grandfather's Honorable Discharge from US Army WW1 He served in the first American tanks AEF I have his company picture at the Causual Det. 302 Center Tank Corps His company commander was Capt.

    J.B. Gillen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wolfie/wolf
    United States5 months ago
  • Great intro music

    Best intro in History podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maurice Memoria
    Denmark6 months ago
  • Battles of First World War podcast

    I truly enjoy this podcast! I listen to many episodes numerous times. Mike’s attention to detail is supreme! I particularly appreciate his attention and preparation for his interviews with various individuals. He always is present and engaged with all the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leslie DFH
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the depth and rigor of research, noting it goes beyond surface history.
Fans appreciate the host's preparation and attention to diverse perspectives from experts and veterans.
Many comments point to the show's production value and ability to connect historical events with human experiences.
Audiences highlight engaging interviews and thoughtful storytelling that makes complex battles accessible.

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New Jersey's Role in World War I - with LTC (Ret.) Richard Wasserman
Q: Could you share some notable New Jersey figures from WWI discussed in your work?
He highlights Medal of Honor recipients and notable soldiers and sailors from New Jersey, including stories of bravery and memorialization, such as the Doughboy statues and individual acts of heroism.
New Jersey's Role in World War I - with LTC (Ret.) Richard Wasserman
Q: What did New Jersey provide to the WWI effort in terms of resources and infrastructure?
He outlines New Jersey's role as a major munition manufacturing hub, the creation of Camp Dix as a training center, and its contribution of draftees and volunteers to national divisions.
New Jersey's Role in World War I - with LTC (Ret.) Richard Wasserman
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about yourself, Dr. Wasserman, and what made you interested in World War I?
Dr. Wasserman discusses growing up in New Jersey, his military background, and how his interest in World War I deepened into a decade-long research project that culminated in his book on New Jersey's role in the war.
John McCrae: Beyond Flanders Fields - with Susan Raby-Dunne
Q: How was John McCrae raised and what shaped his early development before his wartime service?
She describes a traditional Scottish-Canadian upbringing, a family that valued education and military service, with a father who nurtured a love of weapons and a mother who cultivated literature, setting the stage for McCrae's later career and poetry.
John McCrae: Beyond Flanders Fields - with Susan Raby-Dunne
Q: What sparked your interest in history and what began your interest in the First World War in particular?
Susan explains that a documentary about John McCrae sparked her curiosity, leading her to explore his life in depth and uncover the deeper connections between his experiences, poetry, and the war's history.

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A history-focused series that dives deep into World War I battles, with detailed narrative and analysis of tactical decisions, leadership, and the human experiences behind each campaign. Episodes cover major offensives, strategic debates, and the memoralization of the war, often blending military history with biographical portraits and on-site memory. Noteworthy strengths include meticulously researched content, clear explanations of complex maneuvers, and interviews with historians, authors, and veterans' perspectives that illuminate lesser-known angles of the conflict. This show is likely to appeal to serious history enthusiasts, students, and professionals seeking rigorous, sourced context on WWI battles and the people who fought them.

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1. Richard A. Wasserman
2. Paul Friedland
3. Robert Hornick
4. Briana Gervat
5. Susan Raby-Dunne
6. Steve Marsdin
7. Jim Smithson
8. Phil Watson

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