WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk Landing Craft, Sappers and the Tyranny of Overlord
Oct 24, 2023
Al Murray shares a delightful evening at the Royal Engineers Museum with notable personalities like Jools Holland and Sir Tom Jones. They dive into the vital role of landing craft in WWII, revealing how military logistics shaped operations. The conversation touches on the unsung heroes in railway engineering post-D-Day and the evolution of amphibious warfare strategies. Listeners get a glimpse into military heritage and personal anecdotes that intertwine with historical significance, all while keeping the mood light and entertaining.
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Royal Engineers Dinner Experience
- Al Murray attended a fascinating dinner with Royal Engineers alongside Jools Holland and Tom Jones.
- He experienced insightful discussions about military doctrine and personal stories in engineering corps.
Railway Restoration Overlooked Importance
- Repairing railways in Northwest Europe post-D-Day was a crucial, overlooked part of the Allied logistical effort.
- This railway restoration helped relieve pressure on roads and was vital for supply lines.
Late US Focus on Assault Shipping
- Assault shipping was a late realization for US military planners, despite earlier British emphasis.
- The complexity of landing craft needs was underestimated at first in the US Victory Programme.
