Welcome back, ragers, to another thought-provoking episode of History Rage Live! This week, host Paul Bavill is joined by Professor of Modern History at Chester University, Tim Grady, to explore the often-overlooked narratives surrounding the war dead from the First and Second World Wars. Tim, author of the upcoming book "Burying the Enemy," shares his insights on how enemy soldiers were treated in death and the complexities of commemoration.

Unearthing the Past: Join us as Tim reveals the surprising history of enemy war graves in the UK, including the story of German POWs who died in captivity and were buried locally, often without the recognition they deserved.

Local Burials: Discover how enemy soldiers were buried in British towns and the public's reaction to these graves.

Commemoration Practices: Explore how communities honoured enemy dead, often integrating them into local remembrance practices.

Vandalism and Attitudes: Delve into the instances of desecration and the changing attitudes towards enemy graves over the decades.

Raging Against Division: Tim expresses his frustration with the continued separation of how we remember the war dead, advocating for a more holistic approach that acknowledges all lives lost in conflict, regardless of their nationality.

Guest Information:

Pre-order Tim Grady's book "Burying the Enemy", released on March 25th here:

https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10120/9780300273977

Follow Tim on Twitter: @tlgrady68.

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