WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk Hitler's War On Ducks
May 14, 2025
Dive into gripping family stories from WWII, including a boy's adventures in London during the war. Laugh along with tales of a soldier's trench foot and a farmer's duck disasters due to bombings. Hear a touching account of compassion between families and German POWs, showcasing shared humanity. Discover the inspiring journeys of a volunteer nurse and a bombardier, highlighting bravery amid chaos. Plus, marvel at a dental surgeon's unique mobile office that offers a glimpse into the quirks of wartime life.
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Childhood Amidst London Blitz
- Nigel Jackson shared his father's childhood experiences in heavily bombed South East London during WWII.
- His dad survived a machine gun attack and witnessed devastating bomb impacts including a V2 rocket strike nearby.
Salvation Army's Life-saving Socks
- Walter Hanson, a Canadian soldier, suffered trench foot due to wet conditions in the Scheldt campaign.
- A Salvation Army man braved enemy fire to bring him dry socks, which saved his feet, inspiring his family's ongoing charity tradition.
Hitler's War On Farm Ducks
- Ken Sharp’s grandfather’s farm ducks in Buckinghamshire were bombed by the Luftwaffe instead of nearby RAF Cranfield.
- Despite the loss of 60 ducks, the grandfather proudly recalled the attacking plane was shot down that night.