History of the Great War, Volume Four

History of the Great War, Volume Four

By: John Buchan

Language: en

Categories: History, News, Politics, Science, Social

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Episodes

032 - Chapter 97 The Turning of the Tide Part 3
Jan 10, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:33:18
031 - Chapter 97 The Turning of the Tide Part 2
Jan 09, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:20:30
030 - BOOK IV THE SURRENDER - Chapter 97 The Turning of the Tide Part 1
Jan 08, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:30:35
029 - Chapter 96 The Fourth Year of War A Retrospect Part 3
Jan 07, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:10:02
028 - Chapter 96 The Fourth Year of War A Retrospect Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:44:32
027 - Chapter 96 The Fourth Year of War A Retrospect Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:15:57
026 - Chapter 95 The Last Enemy Offensive Part 3
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:29:35
025 - Chapter 95 The Last Enemy Offensive Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:33:36
024 - Chapter 95 The Last Enemy Offensive Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:36:45
023 - Chapter 94 The War at Sea Zeebrugge and Ostend
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:32:35
022 - Chapter 93 The Battle of the Lys Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:28:33
021 - Chapter 93 The Battle of the Lys Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:31:58
020 - Chapter 92 The Somme Retreat Part 4
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:29:12
019 - Chapter 92 The Somme Retreat Part 3
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:26:30
018 - Chapter 92 The Somme Retreat Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:39:04
017 - Chapter 92 The Somme Retreat Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:32:28
016 - Chapter 91 Political Reactions Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:44:05
015 - Chapter 91 Political Reactions Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:30:59
014 - Chapter 90 The Extremity of Russia Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:37:49
013 - Chapter 90 The Extremity of Russia Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:34:27
012 - Chapter 89 The Conquest of East Africa Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:34:52
011 - Chapter 89 The Conquest of East Africa Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:36:36
010 - Chapter 88 Cambrai Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:30:14
009 - Chapter 88 Cambrai Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:26:39
008 - Chapter 87 The Mesopotamian Situation and the Fall of Jerusalem Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:27:58
007 - Chapter 87 The Mesopotamian Situation and the Fall of Jerusalem Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:29:53
006 - Chapter 86 Caporetto and the Piave Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:30:03
005 - Chapter 86 Caporetto and the Piave Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:29:48
004 - Chapter 85 The Downfall of Russia
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:45:53
003 - Chapter 84 The Summer at Verdun and on the Aisne
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:28:57
002 - Chapter 83 Germany Reshuffles Her Cards Part 2
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:27:38
001 - Chapter 83 Germany Reshuffles Her Cards Part 1
Jan 06, 2026

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

Duration: 00:33:58