The Rest Is History

247. Monty & Patton vs. the Nazis

Oct 27, 2022

Al Murray, a comedian and author known for his book on Allied strategies in WWII, joins the discussion to delve into military leadership. They explore whether British generals were effective or merely eccentric, and how the Allies transformed their fortunes after initial defeats. The conversation highlights General Patton's inspiring style, Montgomery's unexpected humor, and the pivotal role of leaders like General Slim in the Burma campaign. They also draw parallels between WWII morale and the current conflict in Ukraine, revealing timeless lessons in resilience.

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Al Murray

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Warfare Through the Ages

4min

Montgomery's Humor and Military Leadership

21min

General Bill Slim and the Burma Campaign

20min

Military Morale and Societal Reflections in Warfare

2min

Leadership and Military Adaptation in World War II

2min

Upcoming Historical Insights and Memoirs

2min

Creative and Humorous Football Club Ideas

3min

Do commanders matter? Were the British generals effective or "foppish"? How did the Allies rebound from huge losses such as the Battle of Dunkirk to victories like Alamein and D-Day? Tom and Dominic are joined by Al Murray to discuss all this and more, following the release of Al’s new book Command: How the Allies Learned to Win the Second World War.

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