Richard Haigh
Life in a Tank
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and pivotal battles he experienced until the wars conclusion in 1918. Recognized for his bravery with the Military Cross in 1916, Haighs story is one of courage and resilience, culminating in his resignat...
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Episodes
009 - A Philosophy of War 06.01.2026 14:56
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
008 - Rest and Discipline 06.01.2026 7:45
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
007 - The Second Battle 06.01.2026 27:36
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
006 - The First Battle 06.01.2026 12:49
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
005 - Preparations for the Show 06.01.2026 14:07
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
004 - Moving up the Line 06.01.2026 11:30
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
003 - Later Days of Training 06.01.2026 10:38
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
002 - First Days of Training 06.01.2026 24:43
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
001 - The Meaning of the Tank Corps 06.01.2026 9:46
Join Lieutenant Richard Haigh as he recounts his extraordinary journey from serving with the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment in the battle-scarred Somme region of 1916 to becoming a pioneer in tank warfare. When the British Army sought volunteers for the newly introduced tanks, Haigh eagerly stepped forward in December 1916. In this captivating narrative, he shares the rigorous training and...
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