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Battles of the First World War Podcast

Mike Cunha
World War I
Battle Of Tannenberg
French Army
Hello Girls
German Army
First World War
Second Battle Of the Marne
Germany
Meuse Argonne
American Women In World War I
Military History
Battle Of Verdun
The Stolen Child
Battle Of the Somme
Veteranism
Wilfred Owen
Canada
New Ypres League
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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In 2022, just as the world began to open after the isolation of a global pandemic, Briana Gervat set out to walk the length of the Western Front. Beginning at the border that France shares with Switzerland she went into the wild in search of hope and... more

Author, historian, and battlefield guide Susan Raby-Dunne joins us to discuss her book "John McCrae: Beyond Flanders Fields."

Most Canadians are familiar with John McCrae through his iconic poem "In Flanders Fields," which was penned on the battlef... more

Part 7 of the ongoing discussion continues to look at the French Army in 1917. We look at the state of the French Army going into 1917, where the army itself was in good shape but its leadership was an entirely different story. The rising star of GEN... more

British Army veteran and University of Wolverhampton PhD candidate Phil Watson joins the podcast for a fascinating discussion on British doctrine in the Great War. (Which YES, they did have a doctrine.)

Phil has a couple of questions for the listen... more

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Recent Guests

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
Dr. Eric Story
Historian at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, and adjunct professor at Wilfred Laurier University.
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University
Episode: The Battle for Disabled Veterans' Recognition - A Discussion with Dr. Eric Story
Alfons Philippi
An independent historian focused on German military history
Episode: Die Vergessene Schlacht - A Discussion with Alfons Philippi
Brett Hawkes
A resident of Cape Ann, Massachusetts, who bicycled across France following in his grandfather's WW1 footsteps.
Episode: "Bicycling My Grandfather's WW1 Journey" - A Discussion with Brett Hawkes
Roger Stewart
Member of the New Ypres League
New Ypres League
Episode: Ypres - Demarcation Stone Fundraiser

Hosts

Josh
Host of the Battles of the First World War Podcast
Mike
Host of the Battles of the First World War Podcast
John Chase
Author of Searching for John DeWitt, former orthopedic surgeon

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • 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
    Belgiuma month 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 States3 months ago
  • Great intro music

    Best intro in History podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maurice Memoria
    Denmark3 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 States4 months ago
  • Excellent

    Very well and deeply researched and very well told.

    But jumping through the battles back and forth and back again makes it hard to follow every now and than, so I can give only four stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HonoriousVorCha
    Germany5 months ago

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Deep historical detail paired with accessible storytelling, and strong production values.
The host delivers meticulous, well-prepared interviews and keeps the narrative engaging.
Listeners praise the host's research, guest selection, and pacing; some note the show can be very detailed.

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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.
A Penny a Shell - A Discussion with Antony Bell
Q: Did the Barnbow Explosion create your interest in the First World War, or were you already interested before you learned of it?
I had long nurtured an interest in WWI, fostered by family stories and academic curiosity, and discovering Barnbow deepened my resolve to tell broader home-front narratives through fiction.
AEF Tank Corps - A Discussion with Steve Girard
Q: What kind of men were they looking for to join the tank corps?
They sought robust, energetic men who could think outside the box, as the tank concept was entirely new and required innovative thinking.
AEF Tank Corps - A Discussion with Steve Girard
Q: What led to the formation of the AEF Tank Corps in World War I?
The formation started in 1917 after the U.S. Army commissioned military observers to the Western Front, where they saw how effectively the British were using tanks, leading to the decision to create an American tank corps.

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This show dives into WWI battles with a focus on how and why fighting unfolded, weaving in tactical analysis, terrain, and the human stories of soldiers and communities affected by the Great War. Episodes frequently spotlight combined arms, artillery and counterattacks, and the strategic decisions of commanders, while also profiling historians, veterans, and researchers who illuminate lesser-known angles such as memorials, war correspondence, and remembrance efforts. A notable pattern is the mix of rigorous military history with personal narratives, including on-site histories, battlefield pilgrimages, and memory-work around Demarcation Stones and other commemorative sites. This blend makes it appealing to listeners who want solid historica... more

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2. Steve Marsdin
3. Jim Smithson
4. Phil Watson
5. Antony J. Bell
6. Dr. Eric Story
7. Alfons Philippi
8. Brett Hawkes

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