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Dan Snow's History Hit

History Hit
Operation Tabarin
Houthi Movement
Ancient Egypt
Alexandria
Yemen
Scientific Research
Alexander the Great
Saudi Arabia
Iran
Roman Empire
King Arthur
Rameses II
Great Pyramid Of Giza
Whaling Industry
Sovereignty Claims
Port Lockroy
Great Library Of Alexandria
United States
Saxons
Geopolitics

Historian Dan Snow journeys across the globe to tell the stories of history's defining moments. From the Colosseum in Rome to the Great Wall of China, the battlefields of Waterloo to the Tomb of Tutankhamun, join Dan as he explores the how and why of the greatest monuments, battles, heroes, villains and events that have shaped our world.

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For the second episode in our mini-series on the Crusades, we explore the legendary rivalry between two extraordinary medieval orders: the Assassins and the Templars. Separating myth from history, we uncover their beliefs, covert operations and lasti... more

For the final episode in our 'Commanders' series, we've drawn on your suggestions to pay tribute to the commanders who didn’t make our main episodes, but left a lasting mark on the Second World War.

Joining us is Jonathan Bratten, a historian and se... more

Discover the story behind one of history’s most powerful and controversial eras in our three-part mini-series on the Crusades.

From a complete guide to every major Crusade, to the shadowy world of the Assassins and Knights Templar, and finally the dr... more

To launch our mini series on the Crusades, we've put together your complete guide to almost two centuries of holy war - from start to finish. We untangle faith, politics and myth, and reveal how the Crusades reshaped Europe, the Middle East and relat... more

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Jonathan Bratten
Long-time contributor to the podcast, historian
History Hit
Episode: The Commanders: The Best of the Rest
Steve Tibble
Historian and author, expert on the Crusades
Author of Assassins and Templars
Episode: The Crusades: A Complete Guide
Geoffrey Roberts
Emeritus Professor of History at University College Cork
University College Cork
Episode: The Commanders: Zhukov
Carl Chinn
Historian and author focusing on the social history of Birmingham
University of Birmingham / author of Peaky Blinders, The Real Gangs and Gangsters
Episode: The Real Peaky Blinders
Mark Stille
Historian and author, Pearl Harbour, Japan's Greatest Disaster; expert on Pacific Theater
Author and Historian
Episode: The Commanders: Yamamoto
Helena Merriman
Journalist and host of The History Bureau
BBC Studios/History Bureau
Episode: The Rise of Putin and the 1999 Apartment Bombs
John C. McManus
Professor of Military History at the Missouri University of Science and Technology; host of other programs
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Episode: The Commanders: Eisenhower
Mike Pavelik
Professor at the US Air Command and Staff College; author and historian
McGill University (current); former US Air Command and Staff College
Episode: Can Air Power Alone Topple Governments?
Peter Caddick Adams
Military historian specializing in the Second World War
Military historian
Episode: The Commanders: Montgomery

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Dan Snow
Historian and presenter at History Hit, guiding conversations on historical narratives and interviews with experts.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 25.3k ratings
  • Over 1 thousand five hundred eps

    Over one thousand 5 hundred eps crazy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iniccol
    Australiaa month ago
  • Simply Lovely

    Dan Snow History Hit gets me through my dragging work days and i just enjoy learning about past historical events, this is my go to for years to come his narration and guests he has on make it pleasant to tune in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Humlaeeee
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    I dont think you should praise war generals until they stop killing kids. Rip em a new one if anything! It’s sadistic and unnecessary. No sane person would hurt kids over a business dispute. The media is way too kind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    feeecoin
    United Statesa month ago
  • History Hit is one of my favourite podcasts

    Absolutely love this show and all the effort that goes into it. I especially love the series that allow you to go more in depth on a topic, like for King Tut and Thomas Cochrane. I’d love to see more series on female figures in history in the future!

    EDIT: Just wanted to add how much I loved the new Forbidden City episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillaOakes22
    Canadaa month ago
  • Low effort in critical thinking

    You have to be a complete idiot to believe that the dead of Vincent Foster was a suicide, not worthy to call yourself a historian

    Apple Podcasts
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    Robspeeltgeeneensrisk
    Netherlandsa month ago

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The Crusades: A Complete Guide
Q: What sparked the Crusaders to push into the Near East, and how did early campaigns unfold?
Initial efforts were bolstered by papal calls and charismatic leadership, but logistics, local resistance, and the mixing of diverse populations made early successes possible yet unsustainable without sustained support.
The Crusades: A Complete Guide
Q: First big question, why did the Crusades happen?
The guests explain that climate change and large-scale migration pushed nomadic groups toward settled civilizations, creating pressure that interacted with religious rhetoric to mobilize armies; while faith was a motivator, the proximate causes were geopolitical and logistical concerns.
Can Air Power Alone Topple Governments?
Q: First of all, can you just give me the quick 101? What is the difference between strategic air power and tactical air power?
Strategic air power aims to affect the enemy at the political and economic heart—bypassing front lines to target civilian populations, financial centers, and government installations—while tactical air power influences battles on the ground and supports frontline operations; the distinction hinges on where and how the impact is expected to occur, and the debate centers on whether air power can actually win wars by targeting the enemy's will rather than its means.
The Commanders: Rommel
Q: How did Rommel's reputation evolve from World War I into World War II, and how should we judge his legacy?
David argues that Rommel was a highly capable commander whose brilliance was tempered by the constraints and moral complexities of serving under the Nazi regime; his legacy should be viewed as nuanced, recognizing both extraordinary military skill and the ethical ambiguities of his era.
The Commanders: Rommel
Q: Was Rommel encouraged to take bold independent action in his early campaigns?
Saul David explains that Rommel's early actions were driven by a combination of natural aggressiveness, tactical clarity, and the supportive but sometimes ambiguous expectations of his superiors, which allowed him to improvise on the battlefield while still facing limits from higher command.

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