Episodes

  • Unhappy Far-Off Things-Lord Dunsany

    Unhappy Far-Off Things-Lord Dunsany
    Aug 24 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces-Heywood Broun

    A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces-Heywood Broun
    Aug 23 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    5 hrs and 19 mins
  • Living on Half a Dime a Day-Sarah Elizabeth Harper Monmouth

    Living on Half a Dime a Day-Sarah Elizabeth Harper Monmouth
    Aug 22 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Across the Reef The Marine Assault of Tarawa-Joseph H. Alexander

    Across the Reef The Marine Assault of Tarawa-Joseph H. Alexander
    Aug 21 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    3 hrs and 1 min
  • Phantastes A Faerie Romance for Men and Women (version 2)-George MacDonald

    Phantastes A Faerie Romance for Men and Women (version 2)-George MacDonald
    Aug 20 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    7 hrs and 37 mins
  • Sherman’s Military Lessons Of The American Civil War, From His Memoirs-William Tecumseh Sherman

    Sherman’s Military Lessons Of The American Civil War, From His Memoirs-William Tecumseh Sherman
    Aug 19 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Theodore Winthrop A Civil War Narrative Aborted by Death-Theodore Winthrop

    Theodore Winthrop A Civil War Narrative Aborted by Death-Theodore Winthrop
    Aug 18 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    2 hrs and 45 mins
  • Liberation Marines in the Recapture of Guam-Cyril J. O'Brien

    Liberation Marines in the Recapture of Guam-Cyril J. O'Brien
    Aug 17 2026
    In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to witness the battle lines of our three great Western allies. I only regret that I couldnt also observe the valiant Belgian army, which has performed admirably on the far left flank of the freedom coalition. My experiences and reflections are documented here in hopes of dispelling the misunderstandings and petty rivalries that our cunning enemy seeks to exacerbate. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.
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    2 hrs and 14 mins