WW2 Stories & Real War Stories
Hosted by Steve Matthews and Philip Champion · Pod Hour
3.1from 305 ratings
- 136
- Episodes
- 4
- Transcribed
- 305
- Ratings
- Daily
- Cadence
- 2023
- First episode
About WW2 Stories & Real War Stories
"WW2 Stories & Real War Stories" is a gripping podcast that dives into the untold tales of heroism, sacrifice, and determination from the most significant conflict in human history, World War II. Each episode explores the lesser-known battles, daring missions, and personal accounts of the brave individuals who shaped the course of the war. From the epic struggles on the Eastern Front to the courageous acts of the resistance fighters in occupied Europe, join us as we uncover the true stories behind the pivotal moments and unsung heroes of the Second World War.
- Publisher
- Pod Hour
- Category
- history
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 26 Mar 2023
- Latest episode
- 16 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
4 of 136 episodes have a transcript.
16 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT
The Great Escape: The True Story of the Stalag Luft III Tunnel Breakout | WW2 Stories Podcast
9 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT
The 442nd Regiment: The Japanese American Heroes Who Fought While Their Families Were Interned | WW2 Stories Podcast
12 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT
The White Rose: Hans and Sophie Scholl's Fight Against the Nazis | WW2 Stories Podcast
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The Great Escape: The True Story of the Stalag Luft III Tunnel Breakout | WW2 Stories Podcast
Published 16 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] It was operated by the Luftwaffe, the German Air Force, which was responsible for prisoners who had been aircrew. The camp held thousands of Allied airmen, primarily British and American, but also including men from many other Allied nations. Stalag Luft III was considered a relatively well-run camp by the standards of the time. As a Luftwaffe camp holding fellow airmen, it operated with a certain professional respect between captors and captives, a recognition of shared experience as aviators. Conditions, while difficult, were generally better than in some other camps, and the treatment of prisoners generally complied with the Geneva Convention. […]
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- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 3.1 / 5
- 142 ratings
- Spotify
- 3.1 / 5
- 163 ratings
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- 67
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- YouTube
- 0
- Engagement
- 60
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