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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
46th North Midland Division
Charles Carrington
The Unknown Warrior
Northamptonshire

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 learn about the famous Chaplain Woodbine Willie and how he buried the 2 Crutchley brothers who had died together during a trench raid. Who was he and how did he provide comfort to the bereaved parents back home? And we also visit t... more

In this episode we discover the tragic stories of 2 soldiers, one from London and one from Australia, who both died from the effects of German trench mortar fire. But not during a famous battle. These were incidents that happened during a quiet perio... more

This episode was recorded at the Menin Gate in Ypres last week. We look at the stories of several soldiers remembered on the memorial; Boer War veterans who fell in action on Halloween 1914, during the 1st Battle of Ypres. And we look at the sad stor... more

In this week’s episode we travel to the Passchendaele battlefield and discover previously untold stories about 2 boys from the opposite ends of the world, who were killed in action in this infamous battle. Neil Newsum was a bespectacled student from ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Diane Patton
Diane Patton, granddaughter of Samuel Patton, on a tour visiting battlefields linked to her grandfather
Episode: 179: An Australian Pilgrimage to the Western Front
Paul Rice
Barb's husband; connected through Harry Rice story
Episode: 179: An Australian Pilgrimage to the Western Front
Neil Barber
Historian and author who researched the 6th Airborne Division
Author of The Red Devils on D-Day
Episode: 178: The 6th Airborne Division in Normandy with Neil Barber
Martin Talbot
School teacher and historian from the Northeast
Northeast England
Episode: 176: The Tyneside Scottish on the 1st Day of the Somme

Host

Terry Whenham
Host and battlefield guide/researcher with extensive on-site storytelling and memory-focused research

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 225 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 Kingdom2 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 Kingdom2 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 Kingdom2 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
    Australia2 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 Kingdom2 months ago

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Fans appreciate careful research and personal connections to families, with emphasis on memory over mere chronology.
Many speak to the moving portrayal of individuals and the lasting impact of remembrance.
Listeners praise the empathic, human-centered storytelling and on-site narrative style.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

187: A Walk around the Menin Gate
Q: How has the Last Post Association evolved for the next centenary?
Volunteers plan expanded talks, local-focused storytelling, and a commemorative weekend with publicly read names, leveraging media and tourism to keep the memory active and internationally engaged.
178: The 6th Airborne Division in Normandy with Neil Barber
Q: How did you become so interested in the 6th Airborne Division?
Barber describes a formative experience visiting Normandy and meeting veterans and locals, which sparked a long-term pursuit of the division's history and the people who fought there.
165: A Stretcher Bearer at Passchendaele – Part 1
Q: What about your grandmother? You knew your grandmother?
No. She died before you were born?
165: A Stretcher Bearer at Passchendaele – Part 1
Q: Did she have any memory of her father, your grandfather?
She never really said much about her father.
165: A Stretcher Bearer at Passchendaele – Part 1
Q: Did your mum have any siblings?
No, she was just the only one.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tales from the Battlefields

What is Tales from the Battlefields about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A narrative-driven history show that brings the Western Front to life through immersive field visits, personal letters, and family memories. Episodes weave together on-site battlefield storytelling with archival references, memorials, and intimate portraits of soldiers and their communities. Listeners can expect detailed site walking tours, emotionally resonant individual stories, and thoughtful reflections on memory, sacrifice, and remembrance. A notable strength is the host's hands-on, guided-tour approach that blends research with living history, often centering descendants and family connections to past events.

What stands out is the sustained emphasis on human experiences over broad military milestones, plus a consistent thread of pil... more

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2. Sue Smart
3. Toby Goodman
4. Lewis Moody
5. Joseph Pickard
6. Diane Patton
7. Paul Rice
8. Neil Barber

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