
A biweekly history podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail. The History of WWII Podcast is produced and narrated by Ray Harris Jr. Ray has a degree in history from James Madison University. I’ve been obsessed with the events and people from WWII since I first learned of them. I’ve been waiting years for someone to do a podcast on WWII... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 618 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

Both the American and Japanese carrier groups launch air strikes at the other. The outcome will affect the SW Pacific and Australia’s security.
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Though faulty reports, the Americans will claim an impressive victory. Then comes a chance for something greater. Meanwhile the Japanese invasion force is waiting for their carriers to wipe out Fletcher’s Task Force 17.
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With imperfect information, both sides strike at the other. Still, Adm. Fletcher’s potential to wreck havoc is greater than the Japanese.
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The Japanese opening move at the Battle of the Coral Sea is dealt a blow by Adm. Fletcher and the pilots of the Yorktown.
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I am a BIG history fan and this is good stuff for those who want to learn about the history of world war 2. This is very interesting to hear especially that I have a strong interest in learning about war (not like ancient times but like during the 1900’s and Us times if you know what I mean) Very fun to listen to I would highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in stuff like this or those who are curious. Haven’t been listening to it much but I am planning to soon, great podcast, awesome ... more
This is good for people who DONT like to get bored, maybe be a little funnier
Phenomenal host, well research and captivating
Good in depth recounting of wwii
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A deeply researched history podcast that focuses on World War II with a clear emphasis on narrative detail, military campaigns, and the people who shaped the era. Episodes typically dissect large campaigns (like Sicily and the Italian theater), strategic decisions, and the broader geopolitical context, often weaving in primary-source material and guest perspectives. The host's thorough, story-forward approach appeals to listeners who crave comprehensive, source-backed histories and nuanced character examinations; occasional critiques suggest the storytelling style can be intense or dense for casual history fans, but the depth is consistently praised. A standout aspect is the long-running catalog that allows listeners to explore WW2 era maps... more
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The History of WWII Podcast launched 14 years ago and published 618 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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