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Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast)

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The Echoes of War Podcast covers military history from antiquity to the modern age.

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59:27

Christmas on Guadalcanal 1942

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/12/23

Welcome to a unique episode of the Echoes of War podcast, where host Craig from the Pacific War Channel, along with his co-host Gaurav, takes you on a journey through World War II with a festive twist.This special episode shines a light on the lesser-known stories of Christmas during wartime, focusing on the brutal Guadalcanal campaign. Discover how American troops tried to bring some holiday cheer to the harsh conditions, improvising decorations and sharing gifts, making the most of their

55:39

Christmas Chaos at the White House 🎄Churchill and...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/12/20

In this episode of Echoes of War, hosts Craig and Gaurav take a humorous journey through history as they delve into Winston Churchill's memorable visit to Franklin D. Roosevelt at the White House during Christmas 1941. Discover the lighter side of wartime politics as the duo recounts stories of holiday cheer mixed with Churchill's legendary drinking habits, including a surprising list of infamous historical figures known for their love of alcohol. Listeners will learn about Churchill's eccentric

01:00:36

Echoes of War: A New Journey Begins

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/12/13

Welcome to a new era for Echoes of War, where hosts Craig and Gaurav embark on an exciting journey to broaden the horizons of military history. In this special episode, they unveil their plans to expand beyond the Pacific War, delving into military conflicts from different ages and regions.Listeners are in for a treat as the hosts discuss their diverse interests and expertise, from ancient Greek and Roman conflicts to the complexities of more recent wars. With insight into various historical eras,

01:13:54

The Dutch-Japanese Pacific Naval War🎙️ The Battles of...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/12/06

In this riveting episode of Echoes of War, hosts Craig from the Pacific War Channel and his co-host Gaurav delve into the dramatic naval battles between Dutch and Japanese forces during the Pacific War. The episode highlights the fierce encounters over strategic territories, such as the Battle of Badung, the First Battle of Java Sea, and the Battle of Sunda Strait. These battles mark a significant phase in the Dutch-Japanese-Pacific Naval War mini-series.Listeners are taken back to a time when,

01:10:37

The Dutch-Japanese Pacific Naval War🎙️ The Battles of...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/11/29

Craig and Gaurav go over the early naval engagements between the Dutch and Japanese during the Pacific War.Two weeks after the Pearl Harbor attack, Japan accelerated its plans to invade the Dutch East Indies for vital oil resources, essential for its war efforts. As Japanese forces swiftly advanced in the Philippines, they captured strategic locations, including Mindanao and Davao, while Allied defenses crumbled. In late December 1941, Japan launched further assaults in Malaya,

01:24:28

The 2nd Punic War 🎙️ Scipio meets Hannibal

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/11/22

Welcome to Echoes of War, the newly revamped podcast formerly known as the Pacific War Podcast. Join Pacific War Craig and Gaurav as they explore military history throughout the ages. In this climactic episode, we delve into the gripping conclusion of the Second Punic War, focusing on the legendary generals Hannibal Barca and Scipio Africanus.As the third part of this mini-series, we recount the events leading up to the decisive Battle of Zama, where the two masterminds finally face off. Discover

01:23:05

The 2nd Punic War 🎙️ The Rise of Scipio Africanus

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/11/15

Welcome to the Echoes of War podcast, formerly known as the Pacific War channel. In this riveting episode, hosts Craig and Gaurov delve into the fascinating journey of one of Rome's most celebrated generals, Scipio Africanus. As Rome reels from the devastating defeat at Cannae, Scipio emerges as a beacon of hope, poised to change the tides of the Second Punic War.Join us as we explore Scipio's early life, his prestigious lineage, and his meteoric rise through the Roman political and military ranks

01:32:36

The 2nd Punic War 🎙️ The Ascent of Hannibal

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/11/08

Join Craig from the Pacific War Channel and his co-host, Gaurav, as they dive into a new realm of military history in this captivating episode. They announce a shift in focus from the Pacific War to a broader exploration of military history, introducing their new podcast title, "Echoes of War." Despite this transition, their passion for history remains unwavering.In this episode, they delve into the Second Punic War, spotlighting the legendary Carthaginian general, Hannibal Barca. Discover why

01:03:26

North African Campaign Part #9 🎙️ Rommel's Last...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/11/01

Craig and Gaurav cover the Race to Tunisia and Battle of Kasserine Pass during the North Africa CampaignIn November 1942, following the Darlan Deal, Hitler ordered the occupation of Vichy France and Corsica. Resistance was minimal, but in Toulon, the French scuttled their fleet, destroying 77 ships to prevent Axis capture. In Tunisia, Axis forces established beachheads, while Allies, led by British Lt. Gen. Kenneth Anderson, pushed to preempt Axis reinforcements. The Allies advanced through

01:16:53

The Battle of Leipzig: A Turning Point in the...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/10/25

Join Craig from the Pacific War Channel and his co-host Gaurav as they delve into one of the most significant battles in history, the Battle of Leipzig. Often overshadowed by the more famous Battle of Waterloo, Leipzig played a crucial role in the Napoleonic Wars, marking a turning point that led to the downfall of Napoleon's empire.In this episode, Craig and Gaurav explore the complex political and military landscape of early 19th-century Europe. They discuss Napoleon's rise to power, his

01:13:10

North African Campaign Part #8 🎙️ Operation Torch

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/10/18

Join Craig from the Pacific War Channel and his co-host, Gaurav, as they delve into the fascinating history of Operation Torch, the first major Allied amphibious assault in North Africa during World War II. This episode provides an in-depth look into the strategic planning and execution of the operation, highlighting the key figures and events that shaped its outcome.The discussion begins with the strategic context behind Operation Torch, explaining how the Allies decided on a Europe-first

02:12:50

Gaurav's Top 10 Generals of the Roman Republic

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/10/11

Gaurav goes over his extensive top ten list of Generals of the Roman Republic.What makes a good or great General? Is it the amount of victories, winning against the odds, innovation or genius? This list contains arguably the best of the best for the Roman Republic's history and Gaurav goes in depth through the history behind each man and why he believe they should be ranked as such!

01:16:12

Doorsteps of Hell with Lt-Colonel Tom Williams 🎙️ US...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/10/04

Lt-Colonel Tom Williams spent 29 years in active service with the USMC, worked for 11 years as a military advisor in the Middle East, with 6 years in Saudi Arabia and 5 years in Afghanistan. Even before his military service he traveled the world with his adoptive father US Air Force Major Carl Williams where he learnt French, Arabic, Japanese and later on Italian, Vietnamese and Dari, a real gift for language acquisition I must say. His first book part of his “Heart of a Marine” series came out

49:30

A very (Not) Serious conversation about how Japan...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/09/27

Welcome to the Pacific War Channel! Join Craig, Ian, and Justin as they dive into a very (not) serious conversation about how Japan could have won WW2After an unfortunate mishap with their gaming session, the trio pivots to an engaging debate on whether Japan could have ever secured a victory against the United States following the attack on Pearl Harbor. From hypothetical scenarios involving additional attacks on Pearl Harbor to the potential impact of Germany's actions in Europe, our hosts

01:58:29

Ranking the Best and Worst Commanders of WWII

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/09/20

Welcome to the Pacific War Channel! In this special episode, Craig and Gaurav delve into the intricate history of World War II by ranking the best and worst commanders from various nations involved in the conflict. From the Pacific to Europe, they provide insightful analysis on the generals and admirals who shaped the course of the war.Exploring the strategic brilliance of Admiral Yamamoto and General Slim. Unveiling the controversies surrounding figures like General Nagumo and General

01:30:17

North African Campaign Part #7 🎙️ The Second Battle...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/09/13

In this episode of the North African campaign on World War II, Craig and Gaurav tackle the aftermath of the First Battle of El Alamein and the significant aftermath that followed. Despite being pushed back to the last defensive before Cairo and the Suez Canal, British fortunes and Axis misfortunes look at the turning of the tide. The 8th Army changes leadership with new found vigor and morale restoring it's combat effectiveness. Axis supplies are being strangled, and their desperate attempts to

02:10:22

The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal 🎙️ ft Gaurav

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/09/06

The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, fought from November 12 to 15, 1942, was a critical turning point in the Pacific Theater during World War II. This series of engagements marked the climax of the Guadalcanal Campaign, where U.S. and Japanese forces battled for control of the strategically vital island.The conflict began with Japanese attempts to reinforce their troops on Guadalcanal and to neutralize the U.S. naval presence in the area. On the night of November 12-13, the first major engagement,

01:35:26

North African Campaign Part #6 🎙️ From Gazala to El...

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/08/30

Join Craig and Gaurav as they cover Rommel's drive against the British in North Africa from Gazala to El AlameinAs the year turns into 1942, there are major changes for the Axis and Allies, as the Eastern Front continues to gobble up resources that might have been diverted to the Afrika Korps, while the British are relived the Americans have entered the war. Yet, Rommel has other plans and inflicts a series of defeats on the 8th Army, while Malta continues to take a pounding from the Luftwaffe

01:47:53

The Battle of Savo Island 🎙️ ft Gaurav

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/08/23

On this Episode of the Pacific War Channel's podcast, we explore the first major surface engagement of the Guadalcanal campaign, as the Americans suffer a shock reversal at the Battle of Savo Island. We dwell into the background of the American and Japanese strategic situation into the battle, we look at the key figures and events and aftermath that went down, as America suffered a defeat that nearly ended the invasion of Guadalacanal itself

01:37:23

North African Campaign Part #5 🎙️ Operation Crusader

Echoes of War (Formerly The Pacific War Channel Podcast) ·

2024/08/17

Join Craig and Gaurav as they cover Operation Crusader, the British counter offensive to relieve the seige of Tobruk.Upon arriving in North Africa, Lt. General Erwin Rommel launched Operation Sonnenblume, transforming the campaign. His German Panzers ended the dominance of the British Matilda tanks and laid siege to Tobruk. British General Archibald Wavell’s attempts to lift the siege failed, prompting his eventual replacement by General Sir Claude Auchinleck. Auchinleck prepared for Operation

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