Episode 8.16 Jerusalem Bluegum 16
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1M ago
It never stops does it? The Holy Land is in the news now as it was in 1917. We take a look at the fall of Jerusalem and the entry of General Allenby into the city marking the start of just over 30 years of British rule. Oliver Hogue, a 10th Light Horse trooper and a local bystander tell the story of the attacks leading up to the surrender of Jerusalem and how Allenby entered the old city on foot ..read more
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Episode 8.15 Beersheba Bluegum 8.15
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
6M ago
This one covers fan-boy Oliver's description of the work done by General Allenby, the widely attributed last cavalry charge of history by the Australian Light Horse on Beersheba and later battles around Gaza and Khulweilfe. We also cover the death of a great Aussie cricketer, Albert 'Tibby' Cotter and the unsubstantiated claim that his mates killed the Turks that killed him... It does happen but there is no proof it happened this time ..read more
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Episode 8.13 The battles of Gaza and spin doctors Bluegum Part 13
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
We won that battle, didn't we? .... We did, we did! Trust us, we'd never lie. Honest! Spin doctors were alive and well in WW1 and they worked overtime on the Australian and British public after the disastrous battles around Gaza in the Holyland in early 1917.  Oliver gives a reasonable account of the battles, anecdotes about the troopers and lastly advice to a certain young actress ..read more
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Episode 8.12 The Battle of Rafah Bluegum Part 12
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
The little known Battle of Rafah was the last in the Sinai Desert Campaign. The Aussies, Kiwis, British and Indians including the Cameleers with their 'Bing Boys' gunners had to attack a fortified position deep in the desert with absolutely no cover. Guess what? ... They won and here is their story ..read more
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Episode 1.11 Keeping up with the Joneses
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
Finally for the 100th real episode the long promised interview with Len Jones' grandson Murray. We talk about Len, the family and the service of Len's son and grandson, Norman and Murray. 3 wars for the price of one, folks! Episode artwork is Len in later years courtesy of Murray Jones ..read more
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Episode 8.11 The Battle of Maghdaba Bluegum Part 11
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
I actually enjoyed editing this one which covers not only the Battle of Maghdaba, but also the Battle of Bir-el-Abd. Oliver has a gripe about a job he wants and the way the Middle East is covered in Australian press. It is a good one, please enjoy the 99th full episode of the podcast. Episode level artwork is the Standard of  the Turkish 80th Infantry Regiment (AWM Item: RELAWM15159) captured by the 2nd Light Horse Regiment at Maghdaba. Link posted in Facebook ..read more
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Episode 0.6 Podcast Update 6
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
Just a brief update on what is in store for the podcast ..read more
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Episode 8.10 The Battle of Romani Bluegum Part 10
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
Here's Part 10 of the saga of Trooper Bluegum. One of the major battles in the Middle East during WW1 secured much of the Sinai in Allied Hands. This is Oliver's and a Boer War Veteran description of the battle. Episode artwork is Brig. Royston, courtesy AWM  ..read more
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Episode 6.9 Battle of Bullecourt Harry Murray VC Part 2
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
Part 2 covering the life of one of Australia's greatest soldiers. Harry Murray recalls the Battle of Bullecourt in great detail "Now, there were many furious arguments in billets and dugouts as to who — Jacka or Murray — was the Aussie with the greater number of decorations. “Murray killed yet?” Was always the first query shot at a 13th man whenever he went visiting. The answer was, “No, still going strong,” and the visitor would have some new tale to tell of Murray's latest piece of daring. Everybody wondered how long it could last!" (Trove ..read more
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Episode 6.8 I wasnt mad Harry Murray VC Part 1
WW1 Digger History Podcast
by Phil Mannell
1y ago
He was the most highly decorated Australian soldier of WW1. Brave dashing and highly resourceful, Harry Murray rose from the ranks to command a machine gun battalion. This is the first of a 2 part series on the man who shunned the limelight after the war, always maintaining that he did not deserve the attention he received. Listen and decide for yourself. Warning, this one contains a lot of action! Harry describes Gallipoli, Moquet Farm and the battle where he wins the Victoria Cross ..read more
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