The Veterans' Voice

By: Legasee Educational Trust
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  • The Veterans' Voice is a unique podcast series brought to you by the UK charity Legasee Educational Trust. For over 14 years, Legasee, with the support of dedicated volunteer filmmakers, historians, and writers, has been filming interviews with British military veterans who have experienced conflict over the past century. In our podcasts, these veteran testimonies are used to highlight specific military events, campaigns and wars, bringing history to life through the voices of those who experienced it firsthand. Each episode offers an exclusive and fascinating personal insight into these pivotal moments, providing an invaluable perspective on the last 100 years of military history. Tune into The Veterans' Voice to listen, learn, and be inspired by the incredible bravery and resilience of these remarkable men and women. Support our charity to learn more about our mission, discover ways to get involved, and gain exclusive early access to veteran interviews before they go live. Visit us at https://www.patreon.com/LegaseeEducationalTrust.

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Episodes
  • D-Day 1: Planning Operation Overlord | The Veterans' Voice ep.1

    D-Day 1: Planning Operation Overlord | The Veterans' Voice ep.1
    Jun 3 2024
    In this inaugural episode, first of a five part series on Operation Overlord and the Normandy landings, we hear about the meticulous planning and preparation that went into D-Day from the veterans who played a role in its success. The episode features veterans Sir William O’Brien [RN Captain, HMS Cottesmore], Gordon Smith [Royal Engineers], Fred Danckwardt [RAF Rear Gunner], Pat Massett [WRNS Morse Operator], Ted Hunt [RN Queens Bargemaster], Fred Milward [9th Parachute Battalion] and Tom Renouf [The Black Watch]. Each of them has a unique story to tell, offering a remarkable window into this momentous operation. To listen to any of the interviews in full, visit www.legasee.org.uk. To support the Trust with its on-going work, visit: www.Patreon.com/LegaseeEducationalTrust. With special thanks to Kate Haddock (Podcast Producer), Iain Kitching (Editor and Music), and Léonie Briendo (Researcher) who made this podcast happen.

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    26 mins
  • D-Day 2: The Crossing | The Veterans' Voice ep.2

    D-Day 2: The Crossing | The Veterans' Voice ep.2
    Jun 3 2024
    In this, the second episode of our five-part series on Operation Overlord, veterans share personal and emotional experiences of the D-Day landings, specifically Operation Neptune. Hear vivid recollections of the long night, the thousands of ships, and the incredible logistics as everyone moved into position, ready to land and play their part in this historic operation. The episode features veterans Bill Ward [1st Battalion King's Own Scottish Borderers], Sir William O’Brien [RN Captain HMS Cottesmore], David Jefferies [RN Landing Craft Tank Signalman], Robert Watts [RN Landing Craft Tank Electrician], Charles Eagles [Durham Light Infantry], Harry Card [RN lookout HMS Swift], George Batts [Royal Engineers], and Tom Renouf [Black Watch]. Each of them shares their unique perspective, providing an extraordinary glimpse into this pivotal chapter of history. To listen to any of the interviews in full, visit www.legasee.org.uk. To support the Trust with its on-going work, visit: Patreon.com/LegaseeEducationalTrust. With special thanks to Kate Haddock (Podcast Producer), Iain Kitching (Editor and Music), and Léonie Briendo (Researcher) who made this podcast happen.

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    24 mins
  • D-Day 3: D-Day | The Veterans' Voice ep.3

    D-Day 3: D-Day | The Veterans' Voice ep.3
    Jun 21 2024
    In this, the third episode of our five-part series on D-Day and Operation Overlord, veterans share personal and emotional experiences of the D-Day itself. Hear vivid recollections of the Normandy landings and the Merville Battery attack, from land, air and sea, as the troops co-ordinated their attack and invaded France. The episode features veterans Fred Millward [9th Battalion Parachute regiment], Dennis Bowen [5th Battalion East Yorkshire Regiment], Bill Ward [1st Battalion King's Own Scottish Borderers], Charles Eagles [Durham Light Infantry], Eric Downing [22nd Dragoons, Armoured division], Ken Howes [RN Able Seaman], Harold Addie [RN LCT 501] and Ian Hammerton [22nd Dragoons, Armoured division]. Each of them shares their unique perspective, providing an extraordinary glimpse into this pivotal chapter of history. To listen to any of the interviews in full, visit www.legasee.org.uk. To support the Trust with its on-going work, visit: Patreon.com/LegaseeEducationalTrust. With special thanks to Kate Haddock (Podcast Producer), Iain Kitching (Editor and Music), and Léonie Briendo (Researcher) who made this podcast happen.

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    28 mins

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