The Principles of War - Lessons from Military History on Strategy, Tactics, Doctrine and Leadership.

Explore the urgent shifts in British leadership as Winston Churchill steps in during WWII. Discover his powerful speeches that unified the nation against tyranny. Delve into the rapid collapse of France in 1940 and the stark contrasts with British military strategy. Hear about the desperate calls for U.S. support amidst the rising threat of Nazi Germany and the political complexities surrounding the Lend-Lease Act. Join a critical analysis of strategy and resilience during a pivotal moment in history.

Delve into the fascinating analysis of the center of gravity for German, French, and British forces during the Battle of France in 1940. Discover how military strategy influenced each country’s vulnerabilities and capabilities. The discussion highlights Britain’s pre-war miscalculations and the strategic frameworks aimed at securing peace. Engage with insights on Britain's war strategy and the political dynamics that shaped early WWII decisions, shedding light on the complexities of military readiness and diplomacy.

Discover the strategic movements of the German army during the 1940 Battle of France, highlighting their impressive crossing of the Meuse River. Learn about the British Expeditionary Force's bravery and chaotic tactics as they retreated to Dunkirk. Delve into the miscalculations faced by French forces, revealing critical communication failures. Explore the complex evacuation efforts and the sinking of the RMS Lancastria, alongside the broader consequences of the fall of Dunkirk. Uncover the operational challenges amidst threats from the Italian army.

Explore the gripping narrative of the German invasion of France in 1940, highlighting the heroism of the Dunkirk evacuation against overwhelming odds. Discover the British Army's unpreparedness due to training deficiencies and equipment woes, tracing its evolution from the interwar period. Delve into the British Expeditionary Force’s innovative mobility strategies and critique key defensive lines like the Maginot. Uncover the French 7th Army's strategic maneuvers and the military planning that shaped the early stages of this pivotal conflict.

Delve into the rapid and chaotic events of the Battle of France, where the German army's tactics outmaneuvered a numerically superior foe. Discover the nuances of the Arras counter-attack and the stark contrasts between Allied operations and German blitzkrieg strategies. The importance of surprise and tempo emerges as pivotal factors in gaining the initiative, revealing crucial lessons in military effectiveness. Explore innovative strategies of simultaneity that confused opponents and changed the course of warfare.

This is the first of a special series of podcasts commemorating 150 years of permanent Artillery in Australia. This episode looks at A Bty's deployment to the Boer War, the action that it saw and the firing of the first shot of the First World War. Check out the show notes for the podcast for all of the information that we cover in this episode as well as the images and other details that didn't make it into the podcast. Join the conversation on Twitter or Facebook.

This is the first of a special series of podcasts commemorating 150 years of permanent Artillery in Australia. This episodes looks at the early years. The birth of 'A' Battery The range of batteries, and their equipment and how they trained The first deployment The birth of the School of Artilllery Check out the show notes for the podcast for all of the information that we cover in this episode as well as the images and other details that didn't make it into the podcast. Join the conversation on Twitter or Facebook.

This is Part II of our interview with Sir Max Hastings, the author of Vietnam, An Epic Tragedy. Check out the show notes for the podcast for all of the information that we cover in this episode as well as the images and other details that didn't make it into the podcast. Join the conversation on Twitter or Facebook.

This is Part I of our interview with Sir Max Hastings, the author of Vietnam, An Epic Tragedy. Check out the show notes for the podcast for all of the information that we cover in this episode as well as the images and other details that didn't make it into the podcast. Join the conversation on Twitter or Facebook.

This is Part V of our look at Lord Horatio Nelson and the practice of Mission Command. Check out episode 1 of our Nelson and Mission Command series. This covers the amphibious raid on Tenerife and what went wrong in Nelson's worst defeat. Check out the show notes for the podcast for all of the information that we cover in this episode as well as the images and other details that didn't make it into the podcast. Join the conversation on Twitter or Facebook.