The Japanese Navy and the 11th Air Fleet come at Henderson Field with everything they have. But...
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Episode 665-Marines and GIs Assemble!
Chesty Puller and his Marines get some much needed help from GIs just in time. Not that the...
Episode 664-Charles Lachman Interview: They Shall Not See The Dawn
Author Charles Lachman comes on to discuss his book that follows the Army’s Counter Intelligence...
Episode 663-Hang On!
As the Japanese prepare for the final battle of Guadalcanal, their various units get mixed signals, thus they will attack piecemeal. Not exactly a recipe for success. Still, Chesty Puller’s leadership will be tested as never before. This episode is sponsored by...
Episode 662-Leah Garrett Interivew-The Flight Nurses’ War
Behind the men fighting on Iwo Jima and Okinawa are young women from the US Navy Nurse Corps. Their job, to triage the wounded and decide who gets out first by plane. Leah Garrett shares exciting and little known tales of their experiences and how some paid the...
Episode 661-Playthings of the Gods
As the Japanese prepare for their final battle of Guadalcanal, bad omens become apparent. But their attack gets delayed, twice, as the Americans only get stronger. This episode is sponsored by Coveron. One scam can cost you everything. Protect yourself now. The first...
Episode 660-Interview w/ Craig Chapman: Javelins in the Half Light
Craig Chapman comes on to discuss his book, which covers the largest surrender of Allied troops in Europe and the learning curve of war. This episode is sponsored by Coveron. One scam can cost you everything. Protect yourself now. The first 100 users get 20% off with...
Episode 659-Nimitz Brings In Bull Halsey
The Battle of Guadalcanal is not going well for the Americans and the politicians in Washington are worried that they will lose the entire island. While they await events, Adm. Nimitz makes a move. Adm. Ghormley is out and Adm. William Halsey is in. This episode is...
Episode 658-On Their Knees, but Still Defiant
As intense as the fighting as been, the Japanese increase the tempo, bringing the Americans to their knees. Still, they fight on. While Gen. Vandegrift asks for more of everything, Adm. Yamamoto sends all his has against Guadalcanal. This episode is sponsored by...