Okinawa '45: Allied Assault

Okinawa '45: Allied Assault

How were the Japanese preparing to defend Okinawa? What pacific naval forces did the Americans have for the invasion? In what ways did the amphibious assault surpass even the 1944 D-Day Invasion? Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 1 of this series as they explore the brutal land and sea fighting on both sides at Okinawa, and the experiences that shaped the fateful decision to drop the atomic bombs. THE ENTIRE SERIES IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS EARLY & AD FREE - SIGN UP AT patreon.com/wehaveways A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company’ with an introductory offer to watch exclusive livestreams, get presale ticket events, and our weekly newsletter - packed with book and model discounts. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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9. Bunker Busting

9. Bunker Busting

Al Murray and James Holland explore the converted tanks used at Normandy. Also up for discussion are parachute decoys, the dangers of back-flash and who killed Michael Wittmann. Hosted on Acast. See a...

28 Maj 201940min

8. D-Day and DD Tanks

8. D-Day and DD Tanks

D-Day takes centre stage as Al Murray and James Holland discuss floating tanks, flame throwers and the story of Omaha Beach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more abo...

21 Maj 201953min

7. Monty’s Hat and the Tiger

7. Monty’s Hat and the Tiger

Al Murray and James Holland head to Bovington Tank Museum to discuss Normandy and the tanks that fought there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad cho...

14 Maj 201950min

6. A Foothold in France

6. A Foothold in France

James Holland discusses the early planning of Operation Overlord while Al Murray debates the merits of the PIAT, the British hand-held anti-tank weapon with a mixed reputation. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

7 Maj 201932min

5. Rommel, Rations and the Battle of Sangshak

5. Rommel, Rations and the Battle of Sangshak

James Holland and Al Murray debate Rommel, rations and the right approach to heavy bombing. Plus we hear the story of an important battle between the British and Japanese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

30 Apr 201937min

4. Arnhem, Eastwood and Normandy antics

4. Arnhem, Eastwood and Normandy antics

Al and James explain why Arnhem was a Bridge too Far; James describes the Germans’ enormous guns in Crimea; Al tells a boy’s own story of Normandy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

23 Apr 201935min

3. Machine guns, Nazi menswear and an Italian massacre

3. Machine guns, Nazi menswear and an Italian massacre

Al Murray arrives at the podcast carrying a German machine gun. James tells the story of a little known Italian massacre. Both men discuss the role of Hugo Boss in Nazi tailoring. Hosted on Acast. See...

16 Apr 201948min

2. Rations, the Ritz and Nazi FM

2. Rations, the Ritz and Nazi FM

Al Murray explains why Madagascar was briefly the most important battleground in World War Two, while James Holland talks us through the output of Nazi radio. Also, why the Ritz served lobster and fin...

9 Apr 201950min

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