In this Remembrance Day episode, we join Sir Tony Robinson to uncover the first day of the Battle of the Somme, from the perspective of five men from the Sheffield ‘Pals’ Battalion. Known in history to be one of the largest and bloodiest battles of World War 1, we recount its first 24 hours by tracing the Pals’ real story, visiting key sites and the families of those affected. -- Go to https://surfshark.com/forbiddenhistory or use code FORBIDDENHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Go to nakedwines.co.uk/forbidden to get a £30 voucher and 6 top-rated wines for just £39.99, with delivery included. -- Cast List: Sir Tony Robinson: Author, Actor & Broadcaster Helen Ullathorne: Archaeologist Penny Meakin: Author, The Meakin Diaries Paul Oldfield: Author & Battlefield Tour Guide Nick Meakin: Grandson of Frank Meakin Narrator: Eric Meyers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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