Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast

The founder of Scientology had a very stupid naval career Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Russel Miller. Bare-Faced Messiah https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Cowen/warhero/intro.htm https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/primary-sources-l-ron-hubbard-leaves-the-navy https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/11/30/l-ron-hubbard/?safari=1

What if your local sports fans attempted a coup Support the show https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Procopius: JUSTINIAN SUPPRESSES THE NIKA REVOLT, 532 JB Bury. The History of the Later Roman Empire https://www.thoughtco.com/the-nika-revolt-1788557 https://penelope.uchicago.edu/~grout/encyclopaedia_romana/circusmaximus/nika.html https://www.warhistoryonline.com/ancient-history/war-terraces-nika-riots-mm.html?safari=1

The conclusion to the nanking series Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: https://www.facinghistory.org/holocaust-and-human-behavior/chapter-10/tokyo-trials Iris Chang. The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of WWII Timothy Brook. Documents on the Rape of Nanjing David Askew. The International Committee for the Nanking Safety Zone: An introduction. Sino-Japanese Studies Vol. 14 Joseph Chapel. Denying Genocide: The Evolution of the Denial of the Holocaust and the Nanking Massacre. Robert P Gray (translation into english. Originally by the Nanjing University Department of History Professors Gao Xingzu, Wu Shimin, Hu Yungong, and Cha Ruizhen) Japanese Imperialism and the Massacre in Nanjing museums.cnd.org/njmassacre/njm-tran/ Herbert Bix. Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan

CW: Everything Part 2/3 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Iris Chang. The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of WWII Timothy Brook. Documents on the Rape of Nanjing David Askew. The International Committee for the Nanking Safety Zone: An introduction. Sino-Japanese Studies Vol. 14 Joseph Chapel. Denying Genocide: The Evolution of the Denial of the Holocaust and the Nanking Massacre. Robert P Gray (translation into english. Originally by the Nanjing University Department of History Professors Gao Xingzu, Wu Shimin, Hu Yungong, and Cha Ruizhen) Japanese Imperialism and the Massacre in Nanjing museums.cnd.org/njmassacre/njm-tran/ Herbert Bix. Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan

Content warning: Everything. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources for all related episodes: Iris Chang. The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of WWII Timothy Brook. Documents on the Rape of Nanjing David Askew. The International Committee for the Nanking Safety Zone: An introduction. Sino-Japanese Studies Vol. 14 Joseph Chapel. Denying Genocide: The Evolution of the Denial of the Holocaust and the Nanking Massacre. Robert P Gray (translation into english. Originally by the Nanjing University Department of History Professors Gao Xingzu, Wu Shimin, Hu Yungong, and Cha Ruizhen) Japanese Imperialism and the Massacre in Nanjing http://museums.cnd.org/njmassacre/njm-tran/ Herbert Bix. Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan

Joe, Francis, and Shocks talk about the weirdest military unit of all time. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: https://www.warhistoryonline.com/war-articles/potsdam-giants.html?safari=1 https://weaponsandwarfare.com/2021/07/28/potsdam-giants-by-name/ Darwin, Charles (1871). The descent of man, and selection in relation to sex. John Murray. p. 112. https://knoji.com/article/the-potsdam-guards-prussias-giant-soldiers/ https://random-times.com/2018/07/14/king-frederick-william-i-of-prussia-and-his-obsession/

Delve into the gripping saga of Herman Perry, the Jungle King, as he navigates the racially charged realities of the U.S. Army during WWII. Discover the absurd challenges soldiers faced in a poorly built camp, from disease to dangerous wildlife. Explore cultural clashes between American troops and the Naga people, showcasing the complexities of military life. The dark humor shines through in chaotic capture attempts and the bizarre military strategies employed. Finally, unravel the tragic outcomes of racism and the hurried justice system, making for a captivating narrative.

In this engaging discussion, Jordan Holmes, co-host of the Knowledge Fight podcast and a comedic voice on military history, dives into the life of Herman Perry, a World War II soldier. They explore Perry's tumultuous upbringing amidst Jim Crow laws and his complex identity shaped by systemic racism. The conversation sheds light on the harsh realities Black soldiers faced in the military and the absurdities of war, including personal challenges during the draft and his mission on the infamous Lido Road. Laughs meet history in this captivating narrative.

Francis, a regular guest known for his engaging commentary, joins Joe to dive into the gripping conclusion of the Polar Bear Expedition. They explore the chaotic involvement of Japanese forces in Russia and share humorous recountings of sampling Armenian and Russian energy drinks. The discussion takes a serious turn as they reflect on soldier disillusionment and mutinies, questioning loyalty and purpose amid wartime chaos. They also tackle the stark realities of military morale and the tragic outcomes of the expedition, blending dark humor with poignant insights.

The bewildering journeys of Detroit's soldiers during the Polar Bear Expedition are humorously recalled, showcasing the absurdity of their mission. The discussion shifts to post-pandemic health attitudes, emphasizing vaccination challenges. A light-hearted comparison of vaccines to sampler platters adds humor, while cultural marketing blunders spark critique. The harsh realities faced by troops in frigid conditions reveal both chaos and camaraderie, highlighting the grim, surreal nature of war and the psychological toll on soldiers.