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The Great War Podcast

A chronological look at the origins and battles of the First World War from 1890-1920.

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80: The Kerensky Offensive

80: The Kerensky Offensive

A post-Tsarist Russia wanted to make its mark...it ended poorly.

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79: The Battle of Messines Ridge

79: The Battle of Messines Ridge

The first stage of Haig's long awaited Flanders Offensive began on June 7th, 1917.

26 Jul 2022

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