Who Did What

In this episode, we trace the development of Rome’s armies as they spread across continents. We highlight the innovations that made such expansion possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how Mao Zedong's communist forces, initially a ragtag guerrilla group, defeated Chiang Kai-shek's well-equipped Nationalist army, ultimately establishing the People's Republic of China. We also examine the crucial role of land reform and peasant support in Mao's revolutionary strategy, contrasting it with Chiang's conventional approach. Chapters 01:48 Post-War China and...

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In this episode, we explain how the Nazi escape continued long after the war ended. In this episode, we break down the slow response that enabled it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain how one of history’s biggest projects avoided major leaks. In this episode, we break down security protocols and strict oversight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain why the bombings removed any path to victory for Japan. We explore how surrender became the only option. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we walk through the final chapter of Hitler’s life. In this episode, we explain how history closed in around him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain how close Manila came to total annihilation. In this episode, we explore the military and human cost of the battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down how Heydrich governed through executions and intimidation. We examine why his name still carries fear today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain how the Nuremberg Trials introduced accountability on a global scale. In this episode, we discuss why this moment changed the rules of war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down how extermination depended on transport networks. In this episode, we explain how trains connected policy to murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how perpetrators lived ordinary lives while hiding horrific pasts. In this episode, we explain how their secrets unraveled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down how propaganda systems were built from the ground up. In this episode, we explain how scale made resistance difficult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain how Midway shattered the myth of an unstoppable Japanese navy. We look at how confidence and momentum were lost overnight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the origins of the Waffen-SS and its early ideological foundations. In this episode, we explain how these roots shaped its later actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we analyze how centralized authority eliminated resistance and accountability. In this episode, we explain how control systems enabled mass harm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how Okinawa pushed warfare to its absolute limits. We break down why the battle exposed the cost of total commitment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we walk through the major phases of Marine operations on Guadalcanal. We explain how coordination across land, sea, and air led to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the operation behind Pearl Harbor. In this episode, we explain how planning and execution aligned under pressure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explain how location alone made Iwo Jima indispensable. We break down distances, flight ranges, and mission safety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of the French Foreign Legion, a unique military unit composed entirely of foreign nationals. We'll uncover the secrets behind their enduring legend and the remarkable individuals who forged its reputation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the historical tactics and strategies employed by Spetsnaz units when conducting operations deep within enemy territory. We'll examine some of their most notable missions and the unique challenges they faced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.