The History Syndicate Podcast

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

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

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

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 Dr Adam Lyons to discuss the ill-fated 1711 expedition to Quebec led by General Hill and Admiral Walker. Overshadowed by events on the European continent during the War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714) and the successes of the Allies led by John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough against the Louis XIV's France, the

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,

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

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for everybody with a common interest in all things history.Whether your research is academic, a museum exhibition, an historical project or personal family history, the syndicate want to hear it 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 unheard. This short trailer is an introduction to the