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The Unknown Soldiers Podcast

James Houser
Soviet-Afghan War
Afghanistan
Paraguayan War
Mujahideen
CIA
Radical Islam
Ahmad Shah Massoud
Battle Of Adwa
Ethiopia
Cold War
Pakistan
United States
Soviet Union
Menelik II
Pashtuns
Italy
Osama Bin Laden
Italian Empire
Dom Pedro II
Islamism

Host James Houser tackles forgotten wars, battles, and perspectives of military history from across the ages and across the globe. Whether it's the women of the American Revolution, lost Indian kingdoms, neglected World War II campaigns or medieval power struggles, this podcast sheds light on real people with real stories...who don't deserve to be Unknown Soldiers.

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The Hussite Revolution has defeated two crusades, the might of the Catholic Church and the Holy Roman Empire and the medieval nobility - but now the internal struggles begin. Moderates against radicals, cities versus countryside, upper class versus l... more

A simple priest named Jan Hus gently suggests that the Catholic Church might be wrong about a few things - so they burn him at the stake, and ignite a holy war. The Church calls a crusade against Hus’s followers, the Hussites and all of Europe takes ... more

In the year 1302, the people of Flanders revolted against their French overlords. They were just a bunch of peasants and townspeople, with simple weapons and little armor - but the French knights were in for a surprise. It’s time to take a deep dive ... more

In the year 1361, a ragged band of veteran mercenaries called the White Company marched across the Alps into Italy. One of their leaders was a middle-aged English knight named Sir John Hawkwood. He would the most infamous mercenary captain in Europe,... more

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James Houser
Host of The Unknown Soldiers Podcast; focuses on forgotten wars, battles, and perspectives in military history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 394 ratings
  • Great show

    James knows his stuff and is passionate about it! Entertaining show that goes in depth on interesting parts of history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    papastrenke
    United States4 months ago
  • Very good

    I have only listened to go for broke and the Soviet Afghan war but I have enjoyed it very much and it has been very informative would highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    91047283
    Canada6 months ago
  • One of my favorite Podcasts šŸ™ŒšŸ»

    This is one of the most entertaining & interesting Podcast - i really love it. I think you could definitely reach a lot more people, if you would promote this show some way.

    Iā€˜m from Germany and it would be cool if you could make a serious about a war in German history. There is (sadly) a lot more than the two world wars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big chihuahua
    Germany6 months ago
  • So I randomly stumbled upon this and got started with the *excellent* Soviet-Afghan war series; maybe a month ago—and my continuous binge-listening since has nearly caught me up with the entire back catalogue.Life story out of the way; let’s get to the Podcast:- The storytelling is excellent- it truly lives up to its name—I had never heard of some of these conflicts before and I’m grateful that I have now—because the host has never failed to deliver on his promise of ā€œyou should care and I’m goi... more

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States8 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast, engaging and historically accurate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TalikHamdlik
    Israela year ago

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#148
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Apple Podcasts
#178
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#220
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Introduction to the Soviet-Afghan War
Q: What is the actual link between the Soviet-Afghan War and 9-11?
There is a connection but it is indirect; the war created geopolitical shifts which ultimately led to future conflicts but was not a singular cause of 9-11.
Introduction to the Soviet-Afghan War
Q: Why did the Soviets lose?
Despite winning many battles, the Soviets withdrew from Afghanistan without achieving their objectives, facing resistance that proved overwhelming over time.
Introduction to the Soviet-Afghan War
Q: What was the impact of the war on Afghanistan?
Modern Afghanistan is largely a result of the Soviet-Afghan War and the events it unleashed, transforming the country into one experiencing instability and conflict.
Introduction to the Soviet-Afghan War
Q: Why did the Soviets invade Afghanistan?
The invasion was driven by the need to support the Afghan communist government against a rising resistance, which began as an internal conflict before becoming international due to Cold War dynamics.

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What is The Unknown Soldiers Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program focuses on overlooked wars, battles, and military history from across eras and regions, delivering in-depth narrative storytelling grounded in research. Episodes blend strategic analysis, character portraits, and social context to illuminate how conflicts shaped nations and lives, from medieval sieges to 20th-century campaigns. A standout strength is the presenter's ability to illuminate lesser-covered topics with clear storytelling, matching rigorous history with engaging accessibility that appeals to curious history buffs and professionals seeking well-sourced insights for sponsorship or guest exploration.

Noteworthy elements include the commander-centric episodes, the emphasis on tactical innovations in lesser-known conflic... more

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