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The History of WWII Podcast

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 and couldn’t wait any longer.

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22:34

Episode 574-The First British Blitzkrieg

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/10/13

With the Mareth Line battle still uncertain and Freyberg’s left flank attack still pending, Gen. Patton is called on again to attack. But the 10th Panzer Division comes at Patton’s 1st US Infantry Division. The Americans are about to be tested again.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:08

Episode 573-Cursed By The Rains Of Tunisia

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/10/10

The Battle of the Mareth Line begins. It starts out well, but then rain and a bad decision by the British give the Axis enough time to react. Meanwhile, Patton’s tanks push closer towards the coast, hoping to relieve Monty.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:23

Episode 572-David Nasaw Interview: The Wounded...

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Prof. David Nasaw comes on to discuss his book, The Wounded Generation: Coming Home After WWII. The GI Bill was the least Washington could do for the returning GIs, not that they were all treated equally. Mr. Nasaw brings stories and lessons that should not be forgotten. Book release-10/14/25.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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27:31

Episode 571-Patton Is Now In Command

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2025/10/03

The Allied forces in Tunisia, now designated the 18th Army gets a new leader, Harold Alexander. He wants training and new leadership. So on his way from Casablanca is Gen. Patton. Meanwhile, Rommel is out as the North African Axis Commander.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:44

Episode 570-Rommel's Last Offensive

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2025/10/01

Rommel needs a spoiling attack against Monty. His attack plan is not great, but Monty’s defense plan is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:54

Episode 569-The Germans Take Kasserine Pass

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2025/09/26

Rome orders a new attack plan. Rommel tries to carry it out, but the Allied forces stop him. Still, the Axis take control of the Kasserine Pass.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:08

Episode 568-American Mistakes, American Blood

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/23

After some infighting, the Germans launch their attack. The Americans are completely unprepared and the 2nd US Corps is whittled down to size. Now, the Kasserine Pass is open.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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107:06

Episode 567-The Axis Top 5 Mistakes

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Ryan Fairfield and Tony Lupo from The Warrior Next Door Podcast returns to the show as we each give our Top 5 reasons why the Axis lost the war.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:47

Episode 566-Thou Shalt Not Pass

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Now that the fighting in Northern Tunisia is on hold, the mountain passes in the southern half are the focus of both sides. And whoever controls the mountain passes has the advantages. Meanwhile, Rommel now retreats into Tunisian territory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:54

Episode 565-The French Save The Allies

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/12

The Germans attack before the Allies can start up again. Then the rains come in earnest. Tunis is safe for now, but Rommel in the south is losing against Monty and his own Allies.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:02

Episode 564-Round Two Goes To The Germans

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/08

The German 10th Panzer Division attacks the Allied forces threatening Tunis. Falling for an old trick, the Allies are carved up and pushed back, thus Tunis is safe. Meanwhile, the Axis forces in Tunisia are getting reinforcements and a new commander.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:41

Episode 563- Round One Goes To The Germans

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/05

The Allies come at the Tunisian ports in 3 columns. Two of them are stopped cold and that’s enough to bring the entire offensive to a halt. The Western Allies need more of everything before they can continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:08

Episode 562-The Race For Tunis

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/09/02

Vichy France has joined the Allies, but the Germans are moving more men into Tunisia by the day. Battle is coming as both sides need the port city of Tunis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:34

Episode 561-French Honor/German Betrayal

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2025/08/25

Casablanca finally falls to Gen. Patton’s forces. In reaction, the Germans send reinforcements to Tunisia and occupy the rest of France.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:04

Episode 560-Rock the Kasbah!

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/08/22

The GI's comes ashore, but not where they’re supposed to. Still, order is formed and the attack commences. As for reaching the vital airport 5 miles in, the Americans have a French Ace up their sleeve.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:22

Episode 559-The French Navy Fights Back

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2025/08/18

Casablanca’s French vessels focus on destroying U.S. landing craft. Meanwhile, Gen. Patton’s tanks come ashore at Safi.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:35

Episode 558-Of All the Gin Joints In the World

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/08/14

The Americans come at Casablanca. But waiting for them are impressive batteries, submarines and the battleship Jean Bart. And for all the work the US State Department had done, Vichy will not submit quietly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:41

Episode 557-French Pride vs American Resolve

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/08/09

The Allied Center Task Force has its work cut out in trying to take Oran and the surrounding airfields. Surprise French attacks from the south and east wreck Allied plans and the timetable.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:26

Episode 556-The Americans Have Landed

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/08/04

Though far from perfect, the Western Allies make landfall with their Eastern and Central Task Forces in North Africa. Shots are exchanged, planes are downed, ships sunk and men fall.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:55

Episode 555-Allied Blood on French Soil

The History of WWII Podcast ·

2025/08/01

The Western Allies had landed in North Africa, but two diversionary attacks go horribly wrong. The Americas have their first significant casualties of the war. Operation Torch has a rough start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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