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The History Syndicate Podcast

The History Syndicate Podcast is to bring together those with a common interest in history. It is to build a community for anyone to discuss everything and anything history.Whether your research is part of an academic scholarly debate, a museum exhibition, an historical project or personal family history, the syndicate wants to hear and share it with the world.So much work, time and effort placed into discovering, re-evaluating or add to historical knowledge often goes unsaid, unpublished and

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21. Discussing Prince Rupert, Martson Moor and First...

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2025/07/01

On this episode, Mark Turnbull from the pod 'Cavaliercast' comes onto the syndicate to discuss Prince Rupert of the Rhine, which is the topic of his recently released book. Rupert is discussed alongside the First English Civil War and the Battle of Marston Moor, as well as his dog boye, his successes and drawbacks, his relationship with King Charles I and providing the royalist cause with resolve and the beliefs of the time. However, the end of the civil war was not the end of Rupert's story, and

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20. Footnote in History no longer: Discussing the...

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2025/06/24

On this episode, Mark welcomes back Jon Cresswell to tell the syndicate more of his research related to the French town of Besancon. This time they discuss the Battle of Besancon in September 1944 as the US 3rd Infantry Division fought and liberated the town, supported by the 45 US Division, French 1st Armoured and 3rd Divisions, alongside 3rd French SAS Squadron Garrison troops and elements of 11th Panzer Division fought against General Truscott's units, yet neglected to hold or demolition a key

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1:07:45

19. Discussing Fall Gelb (1940): The Fallschrimjager...

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2025/06/17

On this episode, Mark welcomes Mike Peters, expert on glider operations during the second world war, host of the Mighty Eighth Podcast, co-author of Glider Pilots of Arnhem, The Glider Pilot Regiment and Bomb Group books. Mark and Mike discuss the Fallschrimjager operations on the Albert Canal in Belgium on 10 May 1940. Divided into four assault groups using the DFS 230 gliders, they launch four assaults codenamed Granite at Fort Ében-Émael, Steel on the Veldwezelt bridge, Iron on the Kanne bridge

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1:07:51

18. The Falklands War (1982): Discussing 'The...

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2025/06/10

This episode contains explicit language and contains recollections of warfare. Listener discretion is advised.On this episode, Mark welcomes Brigadier Ian Gardiner to the syndicate to discuss his experience of the Falklands War (1982) as a company commander in 45 Commando as outlined in his book 'The Yompers: With 45 Commando in the Falklands War'. They discuss the experiences of the war from deployments, the problems of logistics, the combat at the Battle of the Two Sisters on 11th-12th June 1982

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17. The Lady with the Lamp: Discussing Florence...

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2025/06/03

On this episode, Mark welcomes Mrs Yvonne Stone MBE to the syndicate to discuss Florence Nightingale. With connections to the Bracebridges, a local North Warwickshire family in Atherstone, Florence was encouraged to pursue her passion for the care of others. With their support and that of other officials, she took over the control of a makeshift hospital in Scutari for Allied soldiers during the Crimean War (1853-1856), turning it around with new methods of hygiene and care resulting in saving

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16. Discussing 'Nothing for Something: The Violet...

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2025/05/27

On this episode, Mark welcomes author Mark Bridgeman to the syndicate to discuss his newly released book 'Nothing for Something: The Violet Charlesworth Story'. Mark discussed the story of Violet Charlesworth, an Edwardian con-artist who defrauded many to steal the equivalent of over £4,000,000 in assets. It is likely that she stole far more and when her creditors caught up with her, along with other collaborators, she staged her own death in a car accident in North Wales, only to spark a media

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15. Re-evaluating the British Staff contribution to...

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2025/05/20

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr William Fletcher to the syndicate to discuss the British Army Staff College during the Napoleonic Wars. The subject of his upcoming publication in 2026, Will discusses the purpose and impact of the British Army staff cohort in the Peninsular War that fought under The Duke of Wellington. From the bonds created at the college, also known as The Antelope Inn in high Wycombe, through to providing the common planning and orders practices between Wellington's Divisions

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1:06:21

14. The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Armies...

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2025/05/13

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Graeme Callister to the syndicate to discuss the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Armies. Author of the upcoming title "Napoleon's Conscripts: Conscription and the French Army 1798-1815' and 'Waterloo: The Attack of I Corps', Graeme guides the episode through the intricacies of the french forces, how they were raised, trained and fought against a backdrop of the French Revolution, the rise of Napoleon as Consul and the Emperor of the French Empire. Perhaps all

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1:02:40

13. The unsung heroes of Waterloo: Re-evaluating the...

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2025/05/06

On this episode, Mark welcomes Andre Dellevoet to the syndicate to discuss the role played by the Dutch-Belgium contingent of the Allied Army during the Waterloo Campaign (1815), particularly at the Battle of Quatre-Bras two days before, in preparation for this topic to be released for TV on History Channel in September with Andre. From an initial discussion into why Andre wanted to produce history programmes, focussed up on the film Napoleon, into the topic the Dutch-Belgium contribution to

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12. While you were sleeping: Pearls of Wisdom from...

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2025/04/29

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Eric Hollister (Lieutenant Colonel US Army Retired) to the podcast to discuss his research on the Command and General Staff College Guest Visitor Programme. Throughout the episode, they discuss the requirements made of Eric from the research, transcribing audio reels into text pre-auto transcription, for circa 135 hours of speeches, alongside the core tenants and values that the guest speakers discussed. The episode features original audio from General Matthew

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11. The First World War: Operational Michael and The...

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2025/04/22

On this episode, Mark welcomes onto the podcast Professor Matthias Strohn, writer of many First World War books and host of the 'Both Sides of the Wire' WW2 podcast. They to discuss the German spring offensive of 1918 and in particular, Operation Michael beginning on 21st March 1918. Despite tactical innovations and procedures, it results in very significant casualties for the German Army on the Western Front, outstripping the number of casualties suffered by the British Army on 1st July 1916. They

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10. The women in blue: the internees of Besancon...

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2025/04/15

On this episode, Mark welcomes Jon Cresswell to the syndicate to discuss the role played by the town of Besancon in France during the Second World War (1939-1945). Originally it was meant to cover the internees of the Vauban fortress in the town, an SOE enabled bombing raid on its railway station, and then finally its literation by the United States Army. However, each were such fascinating subjects, they all now have their own episode. So join this one to discuss the internees of Besancon in

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9. Alliot Verdon Roe history, Avro and the Avro...

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2025/04/08

On this episode, Mark welcomes Ian Peat to the syndicate to discuss the evolution of AV Roe's aviation company Avro in Manchester. A lead volunteer at the Avro Heritage Museum, both discuss some of the most iconic planes to have been designed and served in the British Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force, alongside what the museum offers the public. A wonderful century of aviation heritage full of anecdotes and facts, Manchesters, Lancasters and Vulcans, this history and insight into the wonderful

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1:05:52

8. Steps to Glory: Commissioning into Britain's...

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2025/04/01

On this episode, Mark welcomes Simon Shephard and Dr Victoria Carr to the syndicate to discuss their research and upcoming book 'Steps to Glory; Commissioning into Britain's Armies 1660-2025'. Through this episode, they discuss the evolution of Commissioning as an Officer in Britain's Armies over nearly the last four centuries. From the different 'routes' to gaining a commission and thoughts on selection methodology, the episode introduces a refreshingly new perspective on the subject alongside

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1:06:48

7. A re-evaluation of Field Marshal sir Douglas Haig...

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2025/03/26

On this episode, Mark welcomes Professor Gary Sheffield to the syndicate to discuss the re-evaluation of Field Marhsal Sir Douglas Haig. During the episode, they discuss Haig's experiences pre-war, the relationships and approaches of different commanders, the attritional nature of trench warfare, Haig's perhaps over-optimistic drive for innovation (including technological) and also the often overlooked role he played in post-war stability while advocating for military veterans. Excellence from

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1:03:15

6. What it is like to be a Battlefield Guide with...

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2025/03/19

On this episode, Mark welcomes Simon Browne to the syndicate to discuss what it is to be a Battlefield Guide. Their discussion takes them from discussing Simon's experiences of being a battlefield guide, weaving between experiences of taking groups to places such as Omaha Beach, Bastogne and Kohima, as well as discussing the challenges of taking on new areas of expertise for Simon, such as the First World War. A wonderful conversation through delivering history in an alternative medium to print or

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1:02:22

5. The Avro Lancaster and the Dambusters with Frank...

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2025/03/12

On this episode, Mark welcomes Frank Pleszak to the syndicate to discuss the Avro Lancaster and their role with 617 Squadron, aka 'The Dambusters'. Their discussion takes them from discussing the changes made to the Lancaster for Op Chastise and some of the lesser known elements of the action took place on 16/17 May 1943. With his in depth knowledge and experience as a volunteer at the Avro Heritage Centre, the detail recording in the podcast by Frank is fascinating.From the macro to the micro

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1:01:04

4. The British Army's lessons from the Anglo-Boer War...

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2025/03/05

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Spencer Jones to the syndicate to discuss the lessons for the British Army from the Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902). They discuss the origins of the war, some of the events that led to the conflict, the role of personalities in adaptation and learning in the Army of the time. Concerning personalities, Mark and Dr Jones also

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2. Gilks' Garage Cafe with Keith and Catherine Gilk

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2025/02/26

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.On this episode, Mark is joined by Keith and Catherine to discuss their families history in the village of Kineton. From blacksmith to motor dealership and now to cafe ownership, the Gilk's family have seen diversification and change throughout the last century but have managed to maintain a wonderful family story to keep those memories alive.Hosted by Mark

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1. Prince Rupert’s Blew Regiment of Foote with Andy...

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2025/02/26

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.On this episode, Mark is joined by the Commanding Officer of Prince Rupert's Blew Regiment of Foote, a First English Civil War re-enactment and living history history group who represent the regiment in modern times. They discuss the origins of the "Blewcoat's" in the Civil War, their role throughout the Civil War and the actions they were involved in,

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