On this episode, Mark welcomes Karl Grevatt from Charlecote Mill and he is the miller at the still functioning flour mill in Hampton Lucy, Warwickshire. It's known that there was a mill servings the local area in the Domesday book (1086) and although many of the mill's records were burned, many clues remain in source documents and the mill itself about its history. From local crime and punishment in the 17th century to the blessing protection marks in the mill, Karl not only keeps the memory of the mill alive, but also the techniques and knowledge of flour milling that would be recognisable to his 17th century forebears. With a previous career in historic building conservation, the passion and love that Karl holds for the preservation of this trade is remarkable. What a fabulous place with a niche history to learn, the last remaining functioning water powered flour mill in the Warwickshire that still uses local wheat to create flour for local use, this episode is a true historical gem not to miss.

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Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Karl Grevatt.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes back Ben Mayne to discuss the Battle of Bosworth Field 22nd August 1485 on the 540th anniversary of the battle. The discussion ranges from the background to the War of the Roses, mentions of some of the other significant battles, the road to Bosworth and a talk through of the battle itself. A great topic about one of the most seminal moments in the British history that marked the end of the Plantagenents and the beginning of the Tudor Dynasty.

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The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Ben Mayne.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes back Dr Eric Hollister to the podcast and they discuss the importance of the wrist watch during the First World War. Eric had previously been on the podcast on Ep 12 While you were Sleeping, Pearls of wisdom from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. They discuss the reasoning for keeping time, the development of the pocket and pendant watches onto the wrist, particularly during the Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902), the marketing of the watch and how that began to be utilised by the military during the First World War. The discussion includes elements that support other episodes, such as Ep 4 The British Army's Lessons from the Anglo-Boer War with Dr Spencer Jones, Ep 11 The First World War: Operation Michael and The German Spring Offensive (1918) with Professor Matthias Strohn and Ep 7 A re-evaluation of Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig with Professor Gary Sheffield. They also discuss the numbers of watches within the military units and the potential implications of who would use them, alongside what happens when those individuals can no longer synchronise operations. Another unique perspective to study the First World War from.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Dr Eric Hollister.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes fellow podcaster Jack Bowsher form the Forgotten War Burma WW2 Pod to the syndicate to discuss the Second World War Burma campaign towards Meiktila in 1945. That the Imperial Japanese Army is not finished, indeed, many of the units involved had not been fully part of the disastrous 1944 campaigns to Imphal and Kohima. However, the Allies, and in particularly Field Marshal Slim and the 14th Army, are becoming comfortable with being surrounded, using air superiority to ensure supply and then creating equipment overmatch with the Japanese, in particular regarding armour. Jack discusses the campaign and places it into the context of being the original 'Thunder Run' of armour to take the supply hub at Meiktila, catching the Japanese off guard who are focussing on Mandalay, and then holding until relieved. A fabulous dive into his research and latest book, this episode is not to be missed for anyone interested in the Burma campaigns of World war Two.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Jack Bowsher.

Edited by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes Professor Michael Snape to discuss religion and the Western Allies in the World War. Their conversation takes them from the soldiers of D-Day, to the roots of their beliefs anchored in times such as the British Civil Wars. Mike discusses these linkages into the welfare and educational provisions that arose as a result of the welfare state concurrent to the rest of the war effort. That direct comparisons to the struggles of warfare directly link into the experience of wartime generations. They discuss the symbolism of the military wartime cemeteries, alongside the personal inscriptions provided on the headstones that reflect the thoughts and beliefs of the way people understood their losses in war. Additionally, they discuss the importance and role of the Padres within the military setting and the wider context of the Second World War, with such initiatives such as 'Padres Hour' and indeed Remembrance. A fascinating perspective to explore World War Two from.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Professor Michael Snape.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes Warlord Games’ John Stallard to the syndicate to discuss the relationship between wargaming and history. John discusses his recollection Brigadier Peter Young and his time in the Sealed Knot, to the writing of historical wargames for the First World War, the Boer War and into the realms of 'what ifs' concerning Konflict '47. The conversations revolve from Mark's interests in the Zulu Wars over to John's passion for simply having a good game. An interesting and enjoyable episode between two individuals who simply love history and wargaming.

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The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With John Stallard.

Edited by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes the excellent Matt Taylor onto the pod to discuss his recent book 'Black Redcoats: The Corps of Colonial Marines 1814-16'. This was a fascinating chat that offers a new perspective, derived from the historical contemporary primary sources, about the events around the war and in particular, at the Battle of Bladensburg (24th August 1814). Moat notably, it focusses on the psychological impact of emancipation on all the belligerents alongside a number of interesting vignettes from his research that bring the individual stories to life. This conversation certainly changed Mark's perspective on the conventional narrative of the war.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Matthew Taylor.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: 'Throughout History' available via Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes Frances Quinn to the syndicate to discuss her historical fiction, The Lost Passenger. A journey of a young woman called Eleanor, who is from an bourgeois family, marries into aristocracy, to a journey on the Titanic that leads to a new life in New York. Frances discusses her research and characters in this episode, as well as the reasons behind her plot points. A fabulous conversation that weaved the historical facts around this story.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Frances Quinn.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark welcomes battlefield guide and Liberation Route Europe UK Team Managing Director Ben Mayne to the syndicate to discuss Operation CHARNWOOD. They discuss the plans and the actions of the Canadian 3rd, British 3rd and 59th Divisions', supported by significant airforce, naval and artillery assets in and around Caen between 7-10th July 1944. Caen was a D-Day objective in the Normandy campaign and for five weeks, the divisions prepared and fought in numerous operations before beginning the liberation of Caen itself in this operation. An urban operation, on a scale not done so before by the British and Commonwealth forces in North-west Europe, there were a number of lessons and tactical operating procedures to be adapted and implemented to get over issues such as 15 feet high rubble barriers on the streets of Caen as the result of bombing operations. Caen itself would not be fully liberated until 19th/20th July 1944 during Operation ATLANTIC by the Canadians. An excellent deep dive into a often overlooked operation of the Normandy campaign, Ben does a great job to shed light on this fascinating moment and its considerations in the campaign while making an assessment on its overall value towards Allied success in Normandy in 1944.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Ben Mayne.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

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On this episode, Mark Turnbull from the pod 'Cavaliercast' comes onto the syndicate to discuss Prince Rupert of the Rhine, which is the topic of his recently released book. Rupert is discussed alongside the First English Civil War and the Battle of Marston Moor, as well as his dog boye, his successes and drawbacks, his relationship with King Charles I and providing the royalist cause with resolve and the beliefs of the time. However, the end of the civil war was not the end of Rupert's story, and Mark introduces Rupert's involvement as a naval commander during the restoration period. A fabulous conversation on wide ranging topics related to Rupert, this episode is an absolute must for an introduction to the Prince and also the First english Civil War.

From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.

The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.

Hosted by Mark Martin.

With Mark Turnbull.

Edited and produced by Mark Martin.

Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.

Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.

Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI.

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