It is well known that four bodies were brought to the military headquarters at St Pol, of which one body was selected to become the Unknown Warrior that now lies in Westminster Abbey. But what happened to the other bodies that were not selected? In our latest episode Mark Scott seeks to find out what happened, and can a newly discovered top secret order finally shed light onto their final resting place?

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Brigadier General L. J. Wyatt played a critical role in the Unknown Warrior operation. Not only did he choose the body that now lies in Westminster Abbey, recently discovered documents confirm that he was given a free hand in planning the operation that would see bodies exhumed and taken to St. Pol. Historian and author Mark Scott explores Brigadier General Wyatt's role in the operation, and also why a newly discovered document could change the accepted date that the body of the Unknown Warrior was chosen.

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In our latest episode we explore one of the previously unknown men who played an important role in the Unknown Warrior story - Major Ernest Fitz-Simon. Historian and author Mark Scott explains how a name scribbled in his great grandfathers diary led him to the Fitz-Simon family and the incredible archive of photographs and material kept by Ernest from his time serving at St. Pol where the Unknown Warrior was chosen. We also explore the story of how disinformation may have played a part in keeping the Unknown Warrior operation secret.

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In our latest episode we speak to writer and historian Andrew Richards about the man who's inspirational idea to bring back an unknown British soldier led to the creation of the Unknown Warrior - the Reverend David Railton MC. We explore David's early life, and how his traumatic experiences on the Western Front provided a catalyst for his thoughts on commemoration and how the creation of a symbol of remembrance could help heal a broken nation. We also explore the famous flag that David carried with him in the trenches, and did King George V really disagree with the creation of the Unknown Warrior?

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In this episode historian and author Mark Scott tells the amazing story of the discovery of his great grandfather's diary. This incredible survivor of World War One would not only become a gateway to Mark's research into the Unknown Warrior, but also provide an insight into the tragic loss felt across Britain and confirm why the Unknown Warrior was so important to the families of missing servicemen.

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In this episode Pete and Jason seek to set the scene by providing a brief explanation into the Unknown Warrior story and also what fascinating mysteries will be uncovered in future episodes. Join us as we learn more about a truly unique symbol of peace and remembrance.

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Coming Soon: The Unknown Warrior Podcast

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