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Tales from the Battlefields

Terry Whenham
World War I
Battle Of the Somme
Somme
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
World War II
British Army
World War 1
6th Battalion Of the Northamptonshire Regiment
Passchendaele
Ypres
Trench Warfare
Victoria Cross
Battle Of Passchendaele
Normandy
Northamptonshire Regiment
Great War
Charles Carrington
46th North Midland Division
Battle Of Arras
The Unknown Warrior

Podcast telling the unheard stories of men who served on the Western Front during World War 1. Listen to the stories of soldiers told by Terry Whenham, battlefield guide and researcher. I have been researching these stories for over 20 years and can now share incredible experiences of ordinary men and women. Who were these soldiers? How did they die? What is their legacy? How do we remember them?

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In this episode we travel to the 1918 battlefield and discover how the Australians cleared St Martin’s Wood, between Amiens and Albert, in bitter hand to hand fighting. We follow their story through the eyes of the soldiers who were there, and learn ... more

In this episode we visit the Arras battlefield and discover the story of a cavalry attack in April 1917. We learn how the Northampton Yeomanry raced across open ground into a storm of artillery and machine gun fire. We tell the story through the eyes... more

In this episode we follow the Army Benevolent “Frontline Walk” from the Somme to Ypres. Over 50 people walked 100K from the Lochnager Crater to the Menin Gate, via Vimy Ridge, to raise funds for this charity. Along the way, we discover stories of the... more

In this episode Battlefield Archaeologist Simon Verdegem talks about how he discovered the remains of Captain Henry Walker on the Ypres battlefield, 101 years after his death. How did he find him? How was he identified? What did the discovery mean to... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Law
Grandson of Northampton Yeomanry trooper Charles Law
Episode: 193: A War Horse Story – Monchy Le Preux – April 1917
Bill Watkins
Frontline Walk participant researching his great-uncle's First World War service
Rugby Relics
Episode: 192: The 2026 ABF Frontline Walk
Simon Verdegem
Archaeologist, involved in WWI battlefield archaeology with Commonwealth War Graves Commission
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Episode: 191: Beneath Flanders Fields with Simon Verdegem
Simon Jones
Historian, Talbot House expert
Talbot House/Archive
Episode: 190: A Tour of the Ypres Salient: Messines Crater, Talbot House and the Wipers Times
Paul Sansom
Great-nephew of Alfred Southwell, provided oral history and context
Episode: 188: Killed on a Quiet Day in the Trenches
Sue Smart
Author of When Heroes Die, historian
Sue Smart/Author
Episode: 185: When Heroes Die – The Story of a School Cricket Match
Toby Goodman
Author of Jack and Noel from Scrum to Sacrifice
Author, Book: Jack and Noel from Scrum to Sacrifice
Episode: 184: Jack and Noel – From Scrum to Sacrifice with Lewis Moody
Lewis Moody
England rugby captain; father of a family associated with the story
Former England Rugby Player
Episode: 184: Jack and Noel – From Scrum to Sacrifice with Lewis Moody
Joseph Pickard
Veteran whose experiences are recounted in the episode
Northumberland Fusiliers (as described in the episode)
Episode: 182: Lives Changed Forever by the Great War

Host

Terry Whenham
Host of Tales from the Battlefields; battlefield guide and researcher with over 20 years of archival work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Absolutely love, love, love these podcasts. I listen daily on my dog walks everyday. There’s always something new to learn in them. It’s so good to get the personal stories which makes it all seem much more real. Many a time I walk with tears in my eyes from some of the stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PattiB1916
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Superb series

    Terry recently helped me find out a lot more info about my Great Uncle Horace who was killed during WW1. His passion and knowledge is unrivalled, his research unbelievably detailed and this all comes across in the podcasts. A must-listen as I walk my dog every morning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cogenhoe Matt
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A wonderful surprise

    I didn’t know what this pod cast was going to be at all really but I have so enjoyed your telling of these stories.

    I found the podcast by chance and was so engrossed that I felt quite miffed when I got interrupted. I see there are a few for me to catch up with. Thanks for sharing these stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skegvegasqueen
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A must listen for anyone interested in WW1

    I always tune in from the antipodes for my tales from the battlefields expertly narrated by Terry.

    Being originally from the motherland and doing some research on relatives who served in WW1 this series is a must listen to podcast.

    Keep up the excellent work👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcfraz
    Australia4 months ago
  • Podcast

    Once again a great podcast from Terry a must listen for anyone interested in WW1 keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fuman3730
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Terry is praised for detailed, empathetic storytelling and rigorous research.
Audiences value high-quality on-site narration and memory-focused episodes.
Listeners appreciate personal stories that bring WWI history to life.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

192: The 2026 ABF Frontline Walk
Q: How the charity helped you when you needed help?
Vicky says the Army Benevolent Fund supported her when she was struggling after leaving the army and helped secure the deposit for her home.
192: The 2026 ABF Frontline Walk
Q: What would you say then to anyone who was thinking of doing the frontline walk in the future?
Vicky encourages people to give it a try and do their best, describing the camaraderie and shared jokes as something she had missed since leaving the army.
193: A War Horse Story – Monchy Le Preux – April 1917
Q: But it wasn't just British soldiers this ambulance picked up.
Andy recounts how Charles encountered an injured German soldier in the ambulance and tried to help him by offering his gas mask. A doctor improvised a covering for the German, who later died.
193: A War Horse Story – Monchy Le Preux – April 1917
Q: What are your thoughts about it now then Andy, having come back?
Andy says that visiting the battlefield with his brother was an excellent and emotional experience because they could stand where their grandfather had fought.
191: Beneath Flanders Fields with Simon Verdegem
Q: How did you identify Captain Walker after you first found him?
The discovery of a wallet, a silver medallion with his initials, and matching items like the binoculars helped confirm his identity, which was then officially approved by authorities.

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A history-focused show that centers on personal stories from the Western Front and related remembrance sites. Episodes weave battlefield archaeology, family letters, and on-site narration to illuminate ordinary soldiers' lives, their deaths, and the lasting impact on communities back home. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous research with intimate, human-centered storytelling, often tying individual recollections to broader memory and commemorative practices. The host emphasizes on-location exploration, personal narratives, and the memory of those who served, making it a compelling listen for history buffs, genealogists, and anyone interested in how private histories become public memory.

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Recent guests on Tales from the Battlefields include:

1. Andy Law
2. Bill Watkins
3. Simon Verdegem
4. Simon Jones
5. Paul Sansom
6. Sue Smart
7. Toby Goodman
8. Lewis Moody

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