Listen Now: Legacy

Listen Now: Legacy

Listen to Legacy from Wondery and Goalhanger Podcasts. Each season, historian Peter Frankopan and broadcaster Afua Hirsch tell the wild stories of the most extraordinary men and women to have ever lived – and ask whether they have the reputation they deserve. Winston Churchill is a towering figure in British history. Born into an aristocratic family, he began his career as a soldier and war correspondent before entering politics. He was an early champion of social reform, and became Prime Minister in 1940 during Britain's darkest hour in World War II. His stirring speeches and indomitable spirit in the face of insurmountable odds helped lead the Allies to victory. However his views on empire and race have come under increased scrutiny in recent years, not to mention his role in the Bengal famine of 1943. Despite these controversies, Churchill remains a pivotal figure in 20th-century history, honoured for his crucial role in defeating fascism and shaping the post-war world. In this clip, Churchill faces unimaginable horrors in Cuba - but what’s an English soldier doing in a Spanish colony? Listen to Legacy on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts: https://wondery.com/shows/legacy/ You can listen to Legacy episodes early and ad-free right now by joining Wondery+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Channel Dash: The Battle of The Narrow Seas (Part 3)

The Channel Dash: The Battle of The Narrow Seas (Part 3)

Why were Swordfish pilots sent outnumbered against the heavily guarded German capital ships? What happened with the land based artillery manned by army units around Dover? When did Coastal Command and...

10 Mar 36min

The Channel Dash: Hide & Seek (Part 2)

The Channel Dash: Hide & Seek (Part 2)

Why did it take British commanders so long to act once the German ships left Brest? How did local conditions help the German escape? What plans did British leaders have in place to stop German surface...

5 Mar 38min

The Channel Dash: Operation Cerberus vs Operation Fuller (Part 1)

The Channel Dash: Operation Cerberus vs Operation Fuller (Part 1)

Why did Hitler decide to move his ships from Occupied France? How did German commanders plan to get past formidable Royal Navy and RAF defences? What preparations did Luftwaffe commanders make for Ope...

3 Mar 52min

The Magician Who Missed the Boat

The Magician Who Missed the Boat

As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series. This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both ...

26 Feb 26min

Books, Balls, and Bismarck

Books, Balls, and Bismarck

How do you explain WW2 to a 10 year old? Did Hitler only have one ball? What are some of Jim and Al's top book recommendations for WW2? Join Al Murray and James Holland for a classic 'warwaffle' ep...

24 Feb 45min

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - A Thousand Destroyed (Part 4)

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - A Thousand Destroyed (Part 4)

How did The Fourth Fighter Group contribute to D-Day in 1944? Why did The Fourth Fighter Group keeping flying till the last days of the war? What happened to all the aces of The Fourth Fighter group a...

19 Feb 43min

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - The Blakesleewaffe (Part 3)

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - The Blakesleewaffe (Part 3)

Who was responsible for The Fourth Fighter Group getting equipped with long-range P-51 Mustangs? What did the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine do for the Mustang airframe? Why were the Mustangs so important?...

17 Feb 1h 14min

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - Transition (Part 2)

Warbirds of Liberty: The Fantastic Fighting 4th - Transition (Part 2)

What made American pilots want to fight in WW2 before Pearl Harbor? When did The United States of America join WW2? How did Eagle Squadron pilots transfer to The Fourth Fighter Group? Join Al Murra...

12 Feb 47min

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