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Pete & Gary"s Military History

For more than 40 years bestselling author and historian Peter Hart has interviewed thousands of veterans about their experience of war. Join him and his chum Gary Bain as they explore all aspects of military history, from the ancient world to the Second World War. Pete and Gary don"t just tell the history, they bring it to life with the words of the men and women who were there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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BONUS: Walking Gallipoli with Pete!

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/08/14

Mat McLachlan and Peter Hart are going to Gallipoli! In this special episode of the podcast, the two historians and chums discuss their upcoming tour in May 2025, which will discover the battlefields of Gallipoli by walking in the footsteps of the men who were there!The 10-day tour begins in Istanbul on May 21, 2025, and we'd love you to join us (wherever you are in the world)! There are limited places still available! Click here for full details:

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53:29

Ep224: Laugh or Fly - Success on the Somme, 1916

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/08/07

Fighting during the Battle of the Somme in 1916 wasn't just taking place on the ground. There was also a bitter aerial war taking place in the skies above the trenches. Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly.Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat

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48:56

Ep223: Laugh or Fly - The Fokker Scourge, 1915

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/31

The tables are turning in the skies over the Western Front! The Germans have brought hundreds of new planes into service, and Allied pilots are paying the price. Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly.Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat

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1:12:50

1918 - Four Battles in Four Days

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/31

After the successes of August 1918, the Allies are smelling blood and, in one of the most overwhelming series of attacks launched during the entire First World War, they deal the Germans a savage blow. The French and British, supported by Canadians, Australians, New Zealanders and Americans, launch four huge attacks in four consecutive days in September, smashing the Germans in multiple parts of their line. Can the Germans withstand such pressure or is the writing on the wall?In the second episode

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47:12

Ep222: Laugh or Fly - At the Front, 1914

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/24

Pete and Gary continue the stories of the men of the Royal Flying Corps, based on their new book, Laugh or Fly. In this episode they tell the story of life at the front during the first year of the war.Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive

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1:27:29

1918 - The Last Days of WWI

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/24

The Germans have battered themselves to the point of exhaustion in their Spring Offensives of March and April, 1918. Now it's time for the Allies to strike back! Beginning with French actions on the Marne, the great Allied offensive that would eventually lead to the total defeat of the German Army begins. And the attack is soon taken up by the British, Australians and Canadians, culminating in the unprecedented successes of August 8.In the first episode of our new special series about the triumphant

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44:16

Ep221: Laugh or Fly - Up, Up and Away!

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/17

It's a brand new series! Pete and Gary have a new book out, Laugh or Fly, and in this special series of episodes they will break down the story of the men who flew in the Royal Flying Corps during the Great War. On the ground there was no end to the amusements they could enjoy. But in the air, combat was no laughing matter, and death lurked behind every cloud.Order the book now! https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Laugh-or-Fly-Hardback/p/50848Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to

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Ep220: Haig Apres la Guerre!

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/10

The war is over! But what does this mean for Douglas Haig, commander of the British forces? It's the latest instalment in Pete and Gary's deep-dive into the military career of Sir Douglas Haig.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month:

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51:43

Ep219: Haig in 1918 - Part 2

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/07/03

It's the second part of Pete and Gary's deep-dive into the career of Sir Douglas Haig in 1918. How will the war end?Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month: https://plus.acast.com/s/pete-and-garys-military-historySupport the show with a one-off contribution:

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55:38

Ep218: Haig in 1918

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/06/27

Pete and Gary are back live with a brand new episode! It's a much-delayed conclusion to their special series on Sir Douglas Haig, as the was draws to a close in 1918.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month: https://plus.acast.com/s/pete-and-garys-military-historySupport the show

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HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in 1917

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/06/20

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The seventh episode deals with both success and failure in 1917. Success at Arras, Messines and the early phases of the Third Battle of Ypres, but dreadful failure in the mud of Passchendaele.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free

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HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in 1916

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/06/13

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The sixth episode tells the story of Haig during the Battle of the Somme - not a great time for any British commander!Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month:

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Ep217: Planning for D-Day

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/06/05

It's the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, so Pete and Gary are exploring the huge build-up to the largest amphibious operation in history.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month: https://plus.acast.com/s/pete-and-garys-military-historySupport the show with a one-off

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59:11

HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in 1915

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/29

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The fifth episode tells the story of Haig in 1915, as the British army goes on the offensive!Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month:

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HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in 1914

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/23

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The fourth episode tells the story of Haig as a general in the field in the first year of the war, and his stoic defence of the vital Flanders town of Ypres.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content

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1:12:29

Gallipoli - Hell at Helles

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/21

The British and French have secured the barest of toeholds at Cape Helles, and the Anzacs are hanging on by their fingernails at Anzac Cove. Now their commanders must decide what to do next. Turning away from Anzac for the time being, they decide to throw their scarce resources into the main battlefield of Helles, and finally secure the objectives of Krithia village and Achi Baba hill. Can they succeed against a reinforced and confident Turkish garrison?In the fourth episode of our special series on

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1:14:45

HAIG SPECIAL: Building an Army

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/15

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The third episode tells the story of Haig building an army in the lead-up to the First World War.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month:

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1:08:37

HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in the Boer War

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/08

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The second episode focuses on Haig in the Boer War.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month: https://plus.acast.com/s/pete-and-garys-military-historySupport the show with a

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1:14:12

Gallipoli - The Helles Landing

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/02

While the Australians and New Zealanders are struggling to come ashore at Anzac Cove, the British are landing at Cape Helles, on the southern toe of the Gallipoli peninsula. But once again, the Turkish defenders put up a stiff resistance that far exceeds their small numbers. Can the British get ashore in the face of this withering fire?In the third episode of our special series on the Gallipoli campaign, Pete is joined by historian Mat McLachlan to tell the story of the landings at Cape

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1:09:35

HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in the Sudan

Pete & Gary"s Military History ·

2024/05/01

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig.The first episode focuses on the young Haig and his participation in the war in Sudan.Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information!Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary BainPublisher: Mat McLachlanProducer: Jess StebnickiBecome a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus content for only £2 per month:

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