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The Western Front in World War I

The Western Front in World War I

Update: 2025-07-06
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In this episode of the US Navy History Podcast, hosts Dale and Christophe delve into the intricacies of World War I on the Western Front during 1916-1917. The episode covers key strategies and battles, including the German strategy of 'Bleed France White,' the iconic Battle of Verdun, and the Battle of the Somme, highlighting significant military tactics and the role of air power in the conflict. They also discuss the French Military Mutinies of 1917 and the eventual entry of the United States into the war. The episode concludes with a tribute to Lance Corporal Clement B. Johnson, who was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism in the Vietnam War.

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The Western Front in World War I

The Western Front in World War I

Dale Robertson