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Battles of the First World War Podcast

The Battles of the First World War Podcast goes in-depth into the battles of the Great War of 1914-1918. The goal is to really go into the details of how and why these battles unfolded and happened as they did. In telling the narrative of these clashes we can revisit some of the stories of the men and women who lived, fought, and died during the first titanic struggle of the 20th Century, for these people have stories that deserve to be told.

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47:40

Champagne - Blanc Mont, Pt 3 (featuring Steven Girard)

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/12/03

Having seized part of Blanc Mont and ground beyond, the Marines and Doughboys of the 2nd Division AEF sought to continue to push back the ruptured German lines. They faced days of unimaginable bloodletting as the Germans fought doggedly for every meter of ground. Be sure to check out “Fix Bayonets! First World War Podcast,” where I have teamed up with Nicole Chicarelli of The War Project on Instagram and Cullen Burke of the Cauldron Podcast (A History of the World Battle by Battle) to tell the

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37:25

Champagne - Blanc Mont, Pt 2 (featuring Steven Girard)

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/10/27

On October 3rd, 1918, the Doughboys and Marines of the 2nd Division, AEF, hurled themselves against a hitherto impregnable German fortress: Blanc Mont ridge, the key to German defenses in Champagne. Podcast promo! If you’re interested in a daily podcast that gives you a short episode on anything from the history of the US penny to the Tunguska Event of 1908, then you need to head over to Gary Arndt’s “Everything Everywhere” podcast. Everything Everywhere podcast:

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41:45

Champagne - Blanc Mont, Pt 1 (featuring Steven Girard)

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/09/29

In September 1918, the French 4th Army requested American assistance with clearing the Champagne battlefield of German forces. The American Expeditionary Force would provide two divisions, the veteran 2nd and the green 36th Divisions. For years, the German Army had held Blanc Mont ridge, a lynchpin to holding the Champagne sector of the Western Front. But the French Army was now too exhausted to carry the massif. MG John A. Lejeune, Marine commander of the American Army’s 2nd Division, planned an

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01:39:18

WW1 History, Battlefield Tours, and Blanc Mont Ridge:...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/09/02

In this episode we have a great and in-depth talk with Steven Girard, a veteran, an archivist/historian of the 4th (Marine) Brigade 2nd Division AEF, and a WW1 battlefield tour guide. Steve gives us his own background and how he came to study the 4th Brigade Marines and the US Army’s 2nd Division, and then he gives us a comprehensive look into the battle of Blanc Mont ridge -- a detailed look at this forgotten but important battle of the First World War. (Steve gives us a view from the division

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41:48

Oise-Aisne - The Black Devils

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/08/16

During the First World War the American 370th Infantry Regiment served by being integrated into French Army divisions, as were the other regiments of the AEF 93rd Division. The 370th Infantry was unique as the only African-American regiment then led by African-American officers. Known as “The Black Devils,” the Doughboys of the 370th took part in the Oise-Aisne Offensive in autumn 1918, pursuing the retreating German Army until (and even after) the armistice took effect on November 11th. The

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01:14:57

An Interview with Dr. Jeff Gusky on the Smithsonian’s...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/07/26

Returning to the Battles of the First World War Podcast is Dr. Jeff Gusky, an emergency physician, artist, photographer for National Geographic, and explorer. I’m grateful that with the ongoing epidemic Dr. Gusky is able to come on the show and share his latest work with us, which is part of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture’s “We Return Fighting” exhibit. Dr. Gusky is the photographer and talent behind the fascinating Hidden World of WW1, an exploration of the

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01:02:58

Champagne - “Les Enfants Perdus:” 93rd Division...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/07/19

Assigned to the French 4th Army, the 369th, 371st, and 372nd Infantry Regiments of the A.E.F.’s 93rd Division (Provisional) fought well in the Champagne offensive of September 1918 that supported the American drive through the Meuse-Argonne. Once again, African Americans proved themselves able fighters, capable leaders, and patriots more than willing to serve their country. The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Any questions, comments or concerns

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31:19

Somme - At the Hawthorn Ridge Crater with Associate...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/07/01

In a wonderful way to help commemorate the 1st of July anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of the Somme, the BFWWP has received this great interview between Associate Professor Fiona Graham and Mr. Colin Winn of the Hawthorn Ridge Crater Association. Conducted last year, Associate Professor Graham and Mr. Winn take a tour of the massive crater at Beaumont-Hamel on the Somme battlefield to discuss the latest developments of the archeological dig there. Due to the ongoing pandemic and its

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34:46

Champagne - The 93rd Division in the Fight

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/06/21

Listener discretion advised: This episode contains racial terms and themes that are considered highly offensive today. These terms and themes are being used here in the context of the First World War era. Composed of African American National Guard units, volunteers and draftees, the 93rd Division (Provisional) was loaned to the French Army by an American Expeditionary Force that did not particularly care to have them. These men faced danger and a struggle even before they faced the German

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47:46

An Interview with Nicole Chicarelli of The War Project

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/06/08

Hey Folks, this episode we have an interview with an up and coming voice in the Great War history community. Nicole Chicarelli is the historian behind “The War Project” on Instagram, which can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/thewarproject/ And her website is here: http://www.warprojecthistorian.com/ Click on that follow button! Nicole and I discuss how her passion for history began, her educational background, and her purpose behind The War Project. She is currently a Master

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24:50

Meuse Argonne - A Global Overview

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/05/17

The AEF 1st Army is forced to make an operational pause as it replaces devastated divisions with fresh ones. From the Meuse, to France, Flanders, and other fronts in the World War, we take a look at the developing military, diplomatic, and political situations across the world in September and early October of 1918. The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website,

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19:29

Meuse Argonne - Against a Battle-Hardened Foe

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/05/03

The American First Army’s 3rd Corps continue to push against the German lines along the eastern bank of the Meuse. German resistance is fierce, with artillery pounding the Doughboys from across the river. The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website, www.firstworldwarpodcast.com. Follow us on Twitter at @WW1podcast, the Battles of the First World War Podcast page on FaceBook, and on

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05:33

Bad News, Good News, & Holding the Line

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/04/12

A quick update on where things stand with the BFWWP. Bad news and good news. A call to hold the line now. The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website, www.firstworldwarpodcast.com. Follow us on Twitter at @WW1podcast, the Battles of the First World War Podcast page on FaceBook, and on Instagram at @WW1battlecast. Not into social media? Email me directly at verdunpodcast@gmail.com

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40:05

Vauquois - “A Heap of Ruins Stuffed with Dead Men’s...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/02/18

The story of the First World War in the Meuse-Argonne region of France cannot be told without talking about the Butte de Vauquois. So here, in an attempt to do a part-travelogue, part-history episode, I retell the story of this tortured and murdered hill. This scene of terrible mine warfare--where an ancient village and six meters of height were erased from the crest during the war--remains today a stark reminder of the brutal nature of the Great War. The BFWWP is on Patreon:

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05:33

BFWWP Tactical Pause

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/02/10

The BFWWP has to be put on pause until mid-May or end of May 2020, despite the great momentum we’ve been gaining recently. It’s for a good reason. Listen in and you’ll see why. The BFWWP is now on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website, www.firstworldwarpodcast.com or the Battles of the First World War Podcast page on FaceBook. Follow us on Twitter at @WW1podcast, and on Instagram at

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59:43

“Insert Laugh Track Here:” A Cross-Cultural...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2020/01/29

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of visiting France, or felt it was something too foreign and too out of reach? In this episode, I speak with Carol Kieffer and Randy Gaulke, two experienced residents and tourists of France. Carol, author of “Living and Working in France: Thriving through Understanding” and cross-cultural training coach, and Randy, seasoned tourist of the Meuse-Argonne region of France and battlefield tour leader, come on the show to strip away some of the misconceptions

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31:59

Meuse Argonne - Shot to Pieces

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2019/12/25

The expected breakthrough after Montfaucon doesn’t happen. The 79th and 37th Divisions continue grinding their way north, facing ever-hardening German resistance. Purchase Andrew Capets’ book “Good War, Great Men” here: https://goodwargreatmen.com/313/ The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Lost Battalion Tours Contact Information - Join Us on the Battlefield! Mike’s contact info: verdunpodcast@gmail.com Robert’s contact info:

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51:51

An Interview with the National WW1 Museum’s Ms. Lora...

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2019/12/04

In this episode we have a very special guest: Ms. Lora Vogt, is the Curator of Education at the National World War I Museum and Memorial. Founded in 1926, the Museum holds the most comprehensive collection of Great War artifacts in the world and has been ranked one of the top 25 museums in the country. Under Ms. Vogt’s guidance, the Museum has consistently broken records for public program attendance, educational participations and developed internationally recognized curriculum and online

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42:11

Meuse Argonne - Taking Montfaucon

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2019/11/26

Montfaucon, in the center of the American 1st Army’s attack front, is taken down by Doughboys of the 37th, 79th, and 4th Divisions. The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast. Lost Battalion Tours Contact Information - Join Us on the Battlefield! Mike’s contact info: verdunpodcast@gmail.com Robert’s contact info: 308infantry@gmail.com Robert’s website: http://www.findingthelostbattalion.com/ Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the

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18:02

Lost Battalion Tours - Testimonial

Battles of the First World War Podcast ·

2019/11/19

Hey Folks, Mr. Jeremy Bowles very graciously came on the podcast to share his tour experiences with Robert J Laplander with us. Jeremy is a WW1 historian and reenactor, and the journey he had in the Meuse-Argonne with Rob was so moving it simply needs to stand alone as its own mini-episode. Listen to Jeremy’s story about being in the Meuse, and know that the goal of Lost Battalion Tours is to provide you with the same experience in August of 2020. So come join us! Lost Battalion Tours Mike’s

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