Digger History is an Australian military history podcast exploring the battles, campaigns, people and stories that shaped Australia's military past. From the ANZAC legend and Gallipoli to the present day, each episode uncovers the courage, sacrifice and achievements of the men and women who served. Discover the history of the Australian Army, Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Air Force, Australia's Defence Force traditions, customs and the untold stories behind some of Australia's most significant military events. Whether you're a history enthusiast, veteran or simply curious about Australia's military heritage, Digger History brings Australia's military story to life.
September in Australian Military History
In this episode of Digger History: Australia’s Military Heritage, we journey through the month, exploring the battles, operations and events that shaped Australia’s military story — from the outbreak of the Second World War and the victory at Milne Bay, to the fighting on the Kokoda Track, the tragedy of HMAS AE1, Operation Jaywick, and the Battle of Nui Le.
We also look at the Australian attack on the Hindenburg Line in 1918, the surrender of German New Guinea, the origins of the Australian Flying Corps, and the establishment of Australia’s long tradition of United Nations peacekeeping.
From the First World War through Vietnam and beyond, discover the remarkable stories hidden in the dates of September.
18 Aug 2026
The Battle of Long Tan
The Battle of Long Tan
18 August 1966, a company of 108 young ANZAC soldiers faced a force twenty times their size in a Vietnamese rubber plantation. In this episode, we break down the hour-by-hour timeline of the Battle of Long Tan.
3 Aug 2026
August in Australian Military History
Discover the pivotal moments that shaped Australia’s military history this August.In this premier episode of the Digger History: Australia's Military Heritage podcast, we launch our new monthly series: "This Month in Australian Military History."
Join us as we unpack several sobering anniversaries that occurred during the month of August, :
Australia's entry in to WW1 (1914): How a distant European conflict ignited the birth of the ANZAC legend.
The Charge at the Nek (1915):
The Cowra Breakout (1944):
The Battle of Long Tan (1966): How heavily outnumbered Australian soldiers fought this iconic battle of the Vietnam War.
Whether you are a casual history buff or a dedicated student of military heritage, subscribe to Digger History so you never miss a monthly look into the stories that forged a nation.
27 Jul 2026
The Korean War - Australia's involvement
Welcome back to Digger History.
Today, I'm talking about "The Forgotten War". In June 1950, only 5 years after the end of the second world war, the Australian Army, the RAAF, and the RAN were serving as part of the United Nations forces in the Korean War.
4 Jul 2026
Who shot down the Red Baron?
In April 1918, the top scoring fighter ace of the First World War, Manfred von Richthofen, was shot down and killed over the Somme.
Even now, over a century later, the debate continues about who shot down the Red Baron.
I’d like to give a special thanks to the Military Museums in Calgary, AB Canada, and especially to the volunteer who showed me through the Air Force part of the museum (and whose conversation inspired me to do this episode).
1 May 2026
The ANZACs of Greece and Crete
In 1941, Australian and New Zealand forces fought in Greece and Crete. The ANZAC Division fought vital rearguard actions to allow other troops to evacuate.
This is a brief story about the ANZACs in Greece and Crete during World War 2.
10 Apr 2026
The Siege of Tobruk
The small port town of Tobruk was of vital importance to both sides in the North African campaign in 1942.
A small group of Australian, British and Indian defenders were tasked with holding the besieged town against the German and Italian forces. German propaganda thought they were insulting these troops by calling them rats, but instead, the defenders used it as a badge of honour - The Rats of Tobruk.
26 Feb 2026
The Australian Slouch Hat
The Hat KFF (Khaki Fur Felt) more commonly known as the Slouch Hat, is probably the most iconic symbol of the Australian Army.
In this episode I talk about the history of the slouch hat and how it has evolved over the last 150 years.
29 Oct 2025
The Charge of Beersheba - 31 October 1917
This episode of Digger History recounts the Australian Light Horse's historic charge at Beersheba on October 31, 1917, highlighting a pivotal moment in military history.
24 Apr 2025
Gallipoli - part 3, the landings on the Gallipoli peninsula
In this episode I talk about the landings on the Gallipoli peninsula on the 25th April 1916, the day that was to become known as ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand.
22 Apr 2025
Gallipoli - part 2, the nations involved
In this episode I talk about the nations involved in the Gallipoli campaign of 1915
20 Apr 2025
Prelude to Gallipoli
Growing up in Australia, I learned about ANZAC Day and the Gallipoli landings from an early age. But not much was taught at school about the reasons and events behind the Gallipoli campaign.
In this episode I explore some of the events leading up to the Ottoman Empire entering World War 1 on the side of the Central powers and the reasons why the Gallipoli landings took place.
18 Apr 2025
ANZAC, and the laws around using this word
The word Anzac is protected by law in Australia and New Zealand. There are laws about how the word can and cannot be used.
In this episode I talk about the Protection of the Word ‘ANZAC’ Act of 1921.
3 Apr 2025
Bagpipes at War
It’s Dawn on the 25th of April. As the sun slowly rises the haunting sound of a bagpipe breaks through the pre dawn silence.
How did bagpipes become a part of our military traditions.
In this episode I talk about bagpipes at war.
31 Mar 2025
Anniversary of the RAAF
The Royal Australian Air Force is the second oldest Air Force in the world after the RAF.
In this episode I talk about the formation of the RAAF in 1921 as an independent branch of Australia’s Defence Forces.
10 Mar 2025
Anzac Biscuits - a brief history
Rolled oats, golden syrup, flour, coconut … if you grew up in Australia, you’ll recognise that these ingredients combined make Anzac Biscuits
But why are these biscuits so untwined the ANZAC tradition, did they originate in Australia or New Zealand, and why is it illegal to call them cookies?
5 Mar 2025
The Imperial Camel Corps
During World War 1, over 4000 Australian, New Zealand, and British soldiers served in the Imperial Camel Corps.
Join Keith as he talks about the time the ANZACs rode camels.
26 Feb 2025
The Birthday of the Australian Army and Royal Australian Navy
In this episode Keith talks about how the Australian Army and Navy came about after federation in 1901
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