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James Taub @taubhistory.bsky.social · Jan 24

Exited and honored to have joined @historian1914.bsky.social and @battleguidevt.bsky.social in their podcast series on the French Army on the Western Front during #WW1/#1GM. Stay tuned for more episodes!
#FWW #History

Spencer Jones @historian1914.bsky.social · Jan 24

We begin an exciting new arc on the #podcast this week examining France in #WW1!

Dan & I are joined by @taubhistory.bsky.social as we consider the French army on the eve of war. Listen in to hear us discuss everything from pantalon rouge to the Dreyfuss affair.

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Spencer Jones @historian1914.bsky.social · Feb 7

A great discussion on the podcast with @battleguidevt.bsky.social
and @taubhistory.bsky.social this week as we examine how the French Army turned the tide at the 'Miracle on the Marne' in 1914 - one of the most important battles in European history!

#WW1
#History

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Stephen Chambers @stevejchambers.bsky.social · Feb 8

The latest YouTube documentary on Gallipoli I had the pleasure to research and script with @battleguidevt.bsky.social and @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social Hope you enjoy it

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ANZAC Breakout: The Fight for the Heights

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Jan 1

From all of us here at Battle Guide, we want to thank you for all of your support this past year. We wish you a happy and safe New Year and look forward to everything the next year has in store for us! 🎊

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 26

If you enjoyed last week’s “Not So Quiet” episode, be sure to check out our latest video on the Christmas Truce!

Watch here 👇🏻
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How Many Died in The 'Christmas Truce'? (WW1 Documentary)

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 20

In today’s episode, we're revisiting a festive favourite: the famous Christmas Truce of 1914.

In this special episode, Dan and Spencer delve into the events that unfolded during those remarkable 24 hours.

Listen now 👇🏻
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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 19

In today’s episode, we revisit the memory of World War II, examining how it’s remembered, commemorated, and misused in the Allied Big Three - USSR, USA, and UK.

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 17

Shaping the memory of WWII!

Discover more about the memory of World War II in last week's episode of Both Sides of the Wire👇🏻
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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 16

The virtual tour you voted for this week is here -Gallipoli 1915!

Head over to Patreon or our YouTube Members page to watch👇🏻
📺 www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT
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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 14

You can now listen to this week's episode of Not So Quiet on your favourite podcast platform!

This episode explores the machine gun's history on the Western Front, its battlefield evolution, and its role as trench warfare's defining weapon.

Listen now 👇🏻
battleguide.co.uk/nsq

Podcast | Not So Quiet On The Western Front!

Explore the untold stories and surprising truths of the First World War with the Not So Quiet On The Western Front! Podcast. Unravel the complexities of this pivotal period in history.

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 14

A brand new Not So Quiet episode has dropped!

This week, Dan and Spencer explore the machine gun's history on the Western Front, its battlefield evolution and role as the defining weapon of trench warfare.

Listen now on your favourite podcast platform!
🎧 battleguide.co.uk/nsq

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 12

The latest episode of Both Sides of the Wire is now available to stream on all podcast platforms!

Listen now 👇🏻
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Podcast | WW2 Both Sides of the Wire!

Support the WW2 Both Sides of the Wire show by becoming a Patreon member or making a one-time contribution. Help deliver new episodes week by week.

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 12

In the latest episode of Both Sides of the Wire, we explore a key aspect of WWII beyond traditional battlefields: the complex, controversial battle over its memory. Eighty years on, how does WWII shape our present and political agendas?

Tune in to find out!
🎧https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 9

On July 18, 1944, near Caen, 600 tanks roared into action, marking the start of Normandy's single-largest tank battle: Operation Goodwood. In our latest video, we trace the 3rd Royal Tank Regiment as they led the charge in the opening hours. Watch here 👇🏻
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Richard Chinnis @rchinnis.bsky.social · Dec 7

Friday Reads: I’m reading “Deborah and the War of the Tanks” by John Taylor. Introduced to this story by @battleguidevt.bsky.social via their superb YouTube video.

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 6

Refresh your memory by listening to part one first 👇🏻
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Episode 11: Trench Talk

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 6

In this week's episode, we revisit the famous 'Trench Slang' of the Western Front, exploring its origins and why some phrases have endured for over a century while others have faded away.

Listen now!
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Manuel Ángel González @manuelangelglez.bsky.social · Dec 5

It seems history got a hit

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 6

Join us as a Patreon or YouTube Member to unlock our full library of tours, including the newly released Le Cateau 1914. Dive into history from the medieval era to WWII with regularly updated content and exclusive perks!
Learn more here 👇🏻
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☀️ The One and Only ☀️ @mhigolf.com · Dec 5

I regret nothing with my podcast choices.

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 4

In this episode, we dive into WWII’s fascinating “what-ifs,” unpacking Operation Sea Lion—the German plan to invade Britain in 1940 that never came to pass.

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Spencer Jones @historian1914.bsky.social · Dec 2

One of my favourite virtual tours - across one of my favourite #WW1 battlefields! 👇

Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 2

A special update for our Patreons and YouTube Members: the latest on-demand tour is live!
Join Dr Spencer Jones as he retraces the steps of the British Expeditionary Force during the Battle of Le Cateau in August 1914.

Patreon👉🏻 patreon.com/BattleGuide
Youtube👉🏻 www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 2

A special update for our Patreons and YouTube Members: the latest on-demand tour is live!
Join Dr Spencer Jones as he retraces the steps of the British Expeditionary Force during the Battle of Le Cateau in August 1914.

Patreon👉🏻 patreon.com/BattleGuide
Youtube👉🏻 www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT

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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Dec 2

In our latest video, we uncover the incredible story of Elphy Chamberlain: a young man whose journey through WWI and its aftermath reveals resilience, tragedy, and an enduring legacy.
Using cutting-edge tech and a rare wartime collection, we bring his story to life👇🏻
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Battle Guide @battleguidevt.bsky.social · Nov 30

Don’t miss this week’s episode as we delve deeper into the story of the Battle of Cambrai.
What unfolded on its dramatic opening day, and how did the battle evolve from there?
🎧 battleguide.co.uk/nsq

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