
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 | 637 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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The fighting on Gavutu, Tanambogo and Tulagi is intense. The US Marines have air power and naval might to support them, the Japanese have the Banzai attack, which they unleash for the first time. Both sides will bleed to hold these islands.
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Entrepreneur and author Steve Vesce comes on to talk about his book, One Ordinary Man: A Novel Based on the True Story of Harry Hopkins. Mr. Vesce follows Hopkins as he get intertwined in ever larger events, first the Great Depression and then helpin... more
With Marines on Guadalcanal, Adm. Yamamoto orders an overwhelming response. He wants the Americans chased away. Japanese air craft arrive first, but the Wildcat fighters of Enterprise and Saratoga are waiting for them.
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Director, editor and co-writer of the D-Day film Pressure, Anthony Maras shares behind the scenes tidbits and little known gems of the final hours before D-Day was launched.
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Informative-But-Ep. 617 Hedy Lamarr invented spread spectrum secure communication to guide torpedoes in WWII, presented to Navy, who ignored the technology. But later this was used in the Army Air Force test of drone bomber. When we lost Jack Kennedy in remote controlled bomb experiment. And the project was scrapped.
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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
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The show delivers in-depth, narrative-driven explorations of World War II, often centered on strategic campaigns, battles, and individual leaders. Across episodes, listeners encounter thorough historical storytelling, detailed battle narratives, and interviews with historians, filmmakers, and subject-matter experts. The host tends to foreground logistics, decision-making under pressure, and the human dimensions of wartime leadership, with occasional sponsor segments and guest contributions. The format appeals to serious history buffs who enjoy carefully sourced analysis and a strong storytelling voice that connects the past to broader implications for today's world. A notable strength is the blend of battlefield detail with broader strategi... more
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