Episode 593-Patton Plans His Revenge

Episode 593-Patton Plans His Revenge

The invasion of Sicily goes well for the Allies. But soon Monty gets greedy, which slows down the offensive and upsets the Americans. Patton doesn’t scream unfair. Instead, he makes plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 592-Friendly Fire Massacre

Episode 592-Friendly Fire Massacre

The imperfect amphibious landings by the Allies is matched by the imperfect defense of the Axis forces on Sicily. With the Allies firmly onshore, the Axis change their defensive plans. But the American’s success is marred by a horrendous friendly fire accident. Learn...
Episode 590-The American Landings on Sicily

Episode 590-The American Landings on Sicily

The Americans come ashore at three locations. Suffering relatively few deaths from Axis hands, the weather and waves were a different story. Either way, elements of Gen. Patton’s 7th Army are on Sicily. Producer Credit-Kath Hach. Learn more about your ad choices....
Episode 589:The Return of Paddy Mayne

Episode 589:The Return of Paddy Mayne

In between the Allied air attacks and the invasion forces of Operation Husky, special forces come ashore. And one group is the SRS, formerly, David Sterling’s SAS, the Special Air Service. But now in charge is Maj. Paddy Mayne, The Irish Lion.  Learn more about your...