This week I’m free styling the reasons for von Spee’s decission to sail east to escape the Pacific. This is very much an overview rather than a blow by blow account of where the squadron was at any point between August and October 1914 so bare with me. The situation was bleak for the German squadron and there were several options open to them but which was the best one and what was von Spee’s primary concern?If you aren’t already and want to read more of my Naval history stuff or find me on the socials you can find it all here… Get full access to Chris’s Naval History Substack at jerijerod14.substack.com/subscribe
--------
29:44
--------
29:44
Deadman's Island and the hulks
This week I return to maritime history and talk about quarantine, crime and punishment, hulks and local (Medway) history and how it all relates to Deadman’s island…ou can find me on the Socials with all my links here and my substack made up of predominantly maritime and naval history with aviation and some local history thrown in for good measure here… Get full access to Chris’s Naval History Substack at jerijerod14.substack.com/subscribe
--------
25:05
--------
25:05
The Wounded Knee Medals
This week I take a break from Maritime and Naval history to give my two cents on the recent US Government decission not to rescind the Wounded Knee Medals of Honour from 1890.Sorry to delve into politics and current events, I usually try to avoid it at all costs but I was so angry that I needed to say something and why I felt that this is wrong.I also talk about the bad things the British military have done in the past and talk about the Victoria Cross and bravery. Get full access to Chris’s Naval History Substack at jerijerod14.substack.com/subscribe
--------
34:50
--------
34:50
Who is the greatest U-boat ace?
This week I’m looking at the career of Lothar von Arnauld de la Pierre and why he is the greates U-boat Captain of all time, not just in his ability, his impressive amount of tonnage sunk and his behaviour in action.You can find me on the Socials with all my links here and my substack made up of predominantly maritime and naval history with aviation and some local history thrown in for good measure here… Get full access to Chris’s Naval History Substack at jerijerod14.substack.com/subscribe
--------
37:36
--------
37:36
Defending Chatham
A quick run through of the fortifications that were built around Chatham dockyard to protect the Naval facilities with the main focus being on the Victorian fortifications including Grain Tower, Forts Darnet, Hoo, Luton, Darland, Horsted, Bridgewoods and Borstal.Also a ghost story and some Medway urban legends and stories thrown in. Maybe I should be working for the Medway Tourist board.You can find me on the Socials with all my links here and my substack made up of predominantly maritime and naval history with aviation and some local history thrown in for good measure here… Get full access to Chris’s Naval History Substack at jerijerod14.substack.com/subscribe
Acerca de Maritime History with Chris Sams (live and unplugged)
Maritime history is a multifaceted and fascinating subject which covers tales of heroism, war, disasters, trade and discovery.
Naval Historian Chris Sams comes to you fortnightly to talk about an aspect of Maritime history recorded live and unplugged.
This Podcast is part of Chris' Substack where he writes three times a week on the subject.
https://substack.com/@jerijerod14?utm_source=user-menu jerijerod14.substack.com
España