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The History of WWII Podcast - by Ray Harris Jr

A biweekly podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail.

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Episode 100-Nazi Germany from Within

Episode 100-Nazi Germany from Within

The following is my 100th Episode Celebration. After thanking those who have shared this journey with me, I interview He... Read more

8 Mar 2014

1hr 31mins

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Episode 275-The Fall of Singapore

Episode 275-The Fall of Singapore

Despite a 3 to 1 advantage in men, Archibald Percival, GOC Malay, is pushed by Churchill and ABDACOM Commander Gen. Wave... Read more

31 Dec 2019

46mins

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Episode 3-Early life of Mussolini.

Episode 3-Early life of Mussolini.

Episode covers the early life of Mussolini.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Jan 2012

24mins

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Episode 239-Pearl Harbor, The American Perspective, Pt 1

Episode 239-Pearl Harbor, The American Perspective, Pt 1

As the Japanese bombs and bullets begin to destroy American equipment and lives, the mostly young men are about to find ... Read more

12 Jan 2019

31mins

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Episode 269-Interview with David Stahel about his book, Retreat from Moscow

Episode 269-Interview with David Stahel about his book, Retreat from Moscow

Dr. David Stahel discusses his latest book, Retreat from Moscow, A New History of Germany's Winter Campaign, 1941-1942, ... Read more

13 Nov 2019

1hr 8mins

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Episode 218-Pearl Harbor: The Strongest Fortress in the World

Episode 218-Pearl Harbor: The Strongest Fortress in the World

Washington and Tokyo continue their diplomatic dance but neither side is willing to give in. The Americans have broken t... Read more

20 Mar 2018

46mins

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Episode 237- The Thin Gray Line, the US Pacific Submarine fleet after Pearl Harbor

Episode 237- The Thin Gray Line, the US Pacific Submarine fleet after Pearl Harbor

Back with us is Flint Whitlock as we discuss his book Depths of Courage:American Submariners at War with Japan, 1941-194... Read more

29 Dec 2018

1hr 20mins

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Episode 189-Roosevelt's Secret War against Hitler

Episode 189-Roosevelt's Secret War against Hitler

As the Nazi menace grows across Europe, President Roosevelt knows that America will be threatened one day. His best plan... Read more

30 Apr 2017

33mins

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Episode 257-The Fall of Wake Island

Episode 257-The Fall of Wake Island

The marines on Wake Island are holding out, due to discipline and Japanese tactical mistakes. Yet Maj. Devereux is unawa... Read more

2 Jul 2019

24mins

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Episode 134-Reactions to Barbarossa

Episode 134-Reactions to Barbarossa

The leaders of the combatant countries react to Nazi Germany invading Soviet Russia. We also cover Army Group North and ... Read more

9 Aug 2015

1hr 10mins

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Episode 132-Operation Barbarossa

Episode 132-Operation Barbarossa

Earlier than most people think, Hilter started planning his war against Soviet Russia and Stalin. Operation Barbarossa b... Read more

11 Jul 2015

39mins

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Episode 108-The Germans are Coming

Episode 108-The Germans are Coming

As the gods themselves seem to hate Mussolini and all his endeavors, with British Commonwealth forces and Greek soldiers... Read more

9 Jul 2014

46mins

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Episode 4-Mussolini 1918 to 1922.

Episode 4-Mussolini 1918 to 1922.

Episode covers Mussolini from the end of WWI to his being elevated to power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod... Read more

2 Jan 2012

29mins

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Episode 255- The Marines of Wake Island Don’t Know Quit

Episode 255- The Marines of Wake Island Don’t Know Quit

The Marines on Wake Island are down to four Wildcat fighters, but are determined to resist any Japanese invasion, no mat... Read more

18 Jun 2019

29mins

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Episode 274-The End of British Malaya

Episode 274-The End of British Malaya

Bringing up the Australian 8th Infantry Division, it's hoped these fresh troops can stop the Japanese 25th Army from tak... Read more

16 Dec 2019

30mins

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Episode 216-The World Goes to War

Episode 216-The World Goes to War

Chiang Kai-Shek struggles to keep China in the war, knowing the Soviet-German Non Aggression Pact can not last. The ques... Read more

12 Feb 2018

46mins

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Episode 144-The Siege of Leningrad Part 1

Episode 144-The Siege of Leningrad Part 1

The Germans come ever closer to Leningrad, so Stalin sends his best general to cope, Zhukov.  Learn more about your ad c... Read more

14 Nov 2015

32mins

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Episode 197-The Beginning of the Final Solution

Episode 197-The Beginning of the Final Solution

Nazi Germany launches its war against the USSR. As such, FDR hopes Germany's attention will slacken on the Atlantic. Yet... Read more

12 Jun 2017

19mins

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Episode 196-Stalin: Lenin's Protege

Episode 196-Stalin: Lenin's Protege

The Great War is over, but the Allies don't know what to do with Russia. So, the german troops in Russian territory are ... Read more

11 Jun 2017

46mins

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Episode 271-The Battle of Jitra

Episode 271-The Battle of Jitra

The third of the Battle of Singapore series. The 11th Indian Infantry Division, operating on the west coast, as well as ... Read more

26 Nov 2019

28mins

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