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Montgomery: Britain’s Best Known Field Marshall

Montgomery: Britain’s Best Known Field Marshall

FromWarfare


Montgomery: Britain’s Best Known Field Marshall

FromWarfare

ratings:
Length:
57 minutes
Released:
Mar 17, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

From fighting on the front line as a Junior Officer in the first days of the First World War, to commanding Allied ground forces on D-Day, the life of Field Marshall Bernard Montgomery presents an individual perspective on the major conflicts of the first half of the Twentieth Century. At Chalke Valley, comedian and history graduate Al Murray spoke about his history hero, 'Monty' - his life, career and legacy.© PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Mar 17, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

From Napoleonic battles to Cold War confrontations, the Normandy landings to 9/11, this podcast opens up fascinating new perspectives on how wars have shaped and changed our modern world. Each week, twice a week, war historian, writer, and broadcaster, James Rogers, teams up with fellow historians, veterans, and experts to reveal astonishing new histories of inspirational leadership, breakthrough technologies, and era defining battles. Together they highlight the stark realities and consequences of global warfare. Join us on the front line of military history.Follow on Twitter @HistoryHitWW2. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.