The 10 Best Allied Fighters of World War II (with Sean McIver) - Part 2
In this episode, Sean and James complete their discussion of the top 10 Allied fighters of World War II.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/5/2025
41:25
The 10 Best Allied Fighters of World War II (with Sean McIver) - Part 1
In this episode, James and frequent guest Sean McIver count down the ten best Allied fighter planes of World War II.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/5/2025
45:23
KW13: Prisoners of War in the Korean War
In any war, being taken prisoner is a traumatic experience, and the Korean War was no exception. In this episode, James discusses the experiences of Korean War POWs on both sides.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/5/2025
41:38
KW12: The Naval War in Korea
In this episode, James gives a summary of the crucial role played by the U.S. and allied navies, including transport, supply, naval air operations, special forces operations, and naval support of ground operations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/5/2025
39:19
KW11: The Air War in Korea
In this episode, James presents an overview of the air war over Korea, including the transition from propeller-driven planes to jets, the strategic bombing campaign, the experience of individual pilots, and the key role of helicopters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
War has played a key role in the history of the United States from the nation’s founding right down to the present. Wars made the U. S. independent, kept it together, increased its size, and established it as a global superpower. Understanding America’s wars is essential for understanding American history. In the Key Battles of American History, host James Early discusses American history through the lens of the most important battles of America’s wars. James is an Adjunct Professor of History at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, TX. He has published one book and two scholarly articles. He is also the cohost (with Scott Rank) of the Presidential Fight Club, Key Battles of the Civil War, Key Battles of the Revolutionary War, and Key Battles of World War I podcasts.