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The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarCountdown to Pearl Harbor-Diplomatic Warfare Part 2 with Rich Frank - Episode 513This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall welcome their good buddy Rich Frank back to the show to continue last week's conversation on the diplomatic road to Pearl Harbor. The guys pick up where they left off and begin with Rich's key steps to the oil embargo of July 1941. The discussion is fascinating as the trio waxes poetic on the world view situation as looked at by the Roosevelt administration, speaking on topics ranging from the Eastern Front and Operation TYPHOON, to the Japanese quest for oil and the American's action to shut off the spigots--all which lead...2025-07-291h 25The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Diplomatic Road to Pearl Harbor Part 1 with Rich Frank - Episode 512This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome their good friend, the "Grand Poo-Bah" of Pacific war historians, Rich Frank to the show to discuss the actions of Japan and the United States between the years 1938 and early 1941. Incidents such as the sinking of the USS Panay, FDR moving the fleet to Pearl Harbor, the Japanese move into Indochina, as well as, the Japanese siding with Hitler and Germany by signing the Tripartite Pact all equally led down the road to Pearl Harbor. The guys discuss each specific episode deeply and relay how they weigh in on the eventual...2025-07-221h 19The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarDoolittle Raid Archival Footage Dissection - Episode 511This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at the archival footage from the famous Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942. There are several iconic moments in Pacific War history, or WWII for that matter, and the Doolittle Raid ranks right up there in the top five for sure. The guys take a peek at some footage that hasn't been seen very much, as well as some of the more famous images, dissecting the shots, identifying the planes, the crews, and their fates as they make their way through the material. This is a good one! Sorry for the...2025-07-151h 08The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarAnnapolis Goes to War: The Naval; Academy Class of 1940 with Craig Symonds - Episode 510This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome noted author and historian Craig Symonds to the show to discuss Craig's new book. Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 is an excellent read and this episode gives you a brief look at some of the grads who made an imprint on the Pacific side of the war. Craig is an amazing historian and it was an honor to have him with us as he goes through many of the stories of some of the USNA Class of 1940 grads who were at Pearl Harbor among others. #wwiihistory #wwiihistory...2025-07-0859 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarFDR and the Preparation for War 1933-1940 - Episode 509This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a really deep dive into the preparation for the war that no one in the US wanted to fight. We have always said that it isn't like flipping on a light switch--the build-up had to start somewhere. Where did the US Naval and US Army build-up begin? In the heart of the Great Depression of all places. Seth and Jon get into an absolutely fascinating conversation about how American President Franklin Delano Roosevelt got his country ready to fight the war that he could see coming as far away as 1933. With...2025-07-011h 31The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarJanuary through March 1942 in Pearl Harbor Archival footage Dissection-Episode 508This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at some really, really cool National Archives archival footage. The guys dig into the records of Hollywood director John Ford's Field Photographic Unit that operated on Oahu, mainly at Kaneohe and Pearl Harbor from February-May 1942. In a startling, but super cool, discovery, the guys find footage of VB6's SBD B-15 in flight, one of two SBDs still in Yorktown's hangar to this day. A major portion of this episode focuses on footage that Ford shot of the resurrection, repair, and refloating of the US Navy's battleships at Pearl...2025-06-241h 25The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle of Nomonhan/Khalkhin Gol - Episode 507This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall dig into a little-known event that had massive implications on the future progression of the Pacific War. In 1939, the renegade Japanese Kwangtung Army decided, on their own, to launch an offensive against Soviet and Mongolian forces near the small village of Nomonhan. Initial Japanese successes were later destroyed when the Soviets launched a massive counter-offensive led by the one and only Georgy Zhukov. In a series of battles that lasted over several weeks in July and August 1939, Japan and the Soviet Union came incredibly close to outright war against one another...2025-06-171h 21The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe War in China 1937-1940 - Episode 506This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall take a look at the war in China from 1937-1940. Major clashes occurred in 1937, most notably at Nanking, where the guys get into both the battle and the Rape of Nanking, both catastrophes that grabbed the world's attention with both hands. Following that, we get into the negotiations, such as they were, between Chiang Kai Shek's China and Imperial Japan, looking to bring an end to the war that would have no clear end for several years. Next, the guys get into the largely unknown (because that's what we do) Battle...2025-06-101h 34The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarPearl Harbor Attack Archival Footage Dissection-Episode 504As promised, this week Seth and Jon Parshall take a dive into the world of WWII archival footage from the US National Archives. The team focuses their attention on a few reels of footage from the early part of the Pacific War, namely, captured Japanese footage from Hong Kong, and the Pearl Harbor attack. The guys go through the shots step by step and Jon pours his knowledge of Kido Butai into the talk while interpreting some of the most famous shots taken by Japanese photographers during the attack. The guys go through the Japanese aerial footage frame by...2025-05-271h 16The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Marco Polo Bridge Incident and the Battle of Shanghai - Episode 503This week Seth and co-host Jon Parshall take a look at...yes you read that correctly. More on that later. Seth and Jon take a look at what some historians say is the beginning of World War II, the Marco Polo Bridge Incident. The team dives into the lead-up to the shots being fired and then what happens next. Both Japan and China, especially Chiang Kai Shek, push for war against one another and by the end of the summer of 1937, both nations HAVE to fight, springing what was already a touchy situation in China after the invasion of...2025-05-201h 53USModernist Radio - Architecture You LoveUSModernist Radio - Architecture You Love#405/Colin Flavin + Tim Techler + Halsey Smith + Keith York + Alexandra BregmanFrom poolside at Modernism Week 2025, we’ll talk with Colin Flavin, Halsey Smith, and Tim Techler on the architecture of Walter Gropius in Massachusetts and William Krisel in Palm Springs. Back in the studio, San Diego’s top Modernist realtor and ardent preservationist Keith York has a new book on Craig Ellwood -- and Alexandra Bregman hunts for a Philip Johnson house. UPDATE: A previous version of this episode gave the incorrect location for Tim Techler's practice. He is based in Newton MA. 2025-05-1957 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Mukden Incident: Planting the Seeds of War-Episode 502This week Seth and Bill take a deep look at where it all began...the Mukden Incident and the following Japanese invasion of Manchuria in 1931.  Contrary to popular belief, World War II did not begin on September 1, 1939 when the Germans invaded Poland--it all started right here.  In an absolutely fascinating episode, the guys break down the contrived incident that sparked conflict and take a deep examination of the internal Japanese views on nationalism and militarism in the 1930's.  Don't miss this one. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwii...2025-05-131h 27The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarDeadly Effective: US Subs vs the Imperial Japanese Army-with Rich Frank - Episode 501This week Seth and Bill welcome Season 5 into the world with very special guest, the "Grand Poo-bah" of Asia-Pacific War historians and very dear friend, Rich Frank. Rich delivers and absolutely fascinating presentation on the effectiveness of US Navy submarines against---the Imperial Japanese ARMY! Yes, you read that correctly. In a way that only Rich can, he lays out the numbers and analysis of the US submarine attacks against Japanese shipping and the catastrophic, almost unbelievable, losses suffered by the Imperial Japanese Army at the hands of pig boats. Don't miss this one.   #wwi...2025-05-061h 09The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Fighting LadyThis week we are feeding you guys another wartime documentary. This one is called The Fighting Lady. A so-called "news drama" of the day, the Fighting Lady focuses on the exploits of the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown (CV-10) from her commissioning through many of the Navy battles and campaigns of the Pacific war from 1943-late 1944 including the Great Marianas Turkey Shoot. Narrated by Hollywood star Robert Taylor, who himself was a Naval Aviator, the film is a time capsule view into life aboard and Essex class carrier at war in the Pacific. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise...2025-04-291h 03The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarTo The Shores of Iwo JimaAs Bill and I prepare and record episodes for Season 5, we wanted to make sure you guys had something to check out, so here you go. This is a US Govt produced film of the campaign for Iwo Jima. Produced using footage shot from US Navy and US Marine Corps photographers, including Bill Genaust, this film was made to show the American citizenry what their boys lived through in the hell of Iwo Jima. All of the footage is authentic, all of it was shot on Iwo, or at least offshore. Enjoy and we'll see you guys soon with new...2025-04-2222 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Invasion of Iwo Jima (Both Episodes Combined) with Jon ParshallAs wed prep for Season 5, we thought that maybe you guys would like both of our Iwo Jima episodes we did with Jon Parshall combined into one massive episode. We wanted to make sure you guys had something to look at/listen to this week as we record for next season. Hope you enjoy the re-run. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6...2025-04-154h 29The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarSeason 4 Finale Audience Q&A with Jon Parshall - Episode 442This is the last episode for Season 4, and as such, we wanted to do a Q&A to wrap up another great run of episodes. Seth and Bill are joined by good buddies Jon Parshall and Shawn Bergstrom as the foursome goes through some of your questions to wrap up the season. Radar directed naval gunfire, Admiral Ernest King, oral histories, racism in the Pacific war, the American Home Front and much more are talked about this week in the lively discussion. It's always fun when you mix friends and a little bit of booze, as well as repeated appearances...2025-04-082h 05The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarSurrender aboard USS Missouri: The End of World War II with Jon Parshall - Episode 441This week Seth, Bill, and third amigo Jon Parshall wrap up the Pacific war with the surrender ceremony aboard the battleship USS Missouri. The conversation doesn't start there, however. The guys get into the details of the early occupation, how American troops got to Japan, how many, how often, and all the stipulations in between. Before we get to the surrender ceremony we take a fascinating look at the rescue of General Jonathan Wainwright at the hands of the OSS in Sian, Manchuria. The guys then put a bow on the war as they get into every single aspect of...2025-04-011h 34The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki with Jon Parshall-Episode 439This week Seth, Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall, take an in-depth look at the two atomic bombing missions that helped end World War II. The guys go into the deep details of the mission to Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 and the complete mess of a mission to Nagasaki on August 9, 1945 by taking you through each mission in high detail. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise...2025-03-181h 55The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarIndy-Maru: the Final Mission of USS Indianapolis-Episode 437This week Bill and Seth take a deep look at the final mission of one of the most storied warships in naval history, USS Indianapolis. Bill goes through each and every step of Indy's final mission, destroying myths and highlighting the many survivors he came to know as friends. You don't want to miss this one as our Captain dishes on his favorite ship and her heroic story. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey...2025-03-041h 50The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarUS Submarine Special Operations off WWII-Episode 436This week Seth and Bill take a look at United States Navy submarine special operations in the Pacific during World War II. Beginning during the fall of the Philippines in 1942, American subs carried in ammunition and supplies while simultaneously ferrying out military and civilian personnel. Until October 1944, submarine special ops in the Philippine area kept the local Filipino guerillas in supply and retrieved invaluable intel. The guys also talk about USS Trout's famous "gold run" and the recovery of Japanese ADM Koga's Z Plan. Check it out, this one was fun! #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft...2025-02-251h 18The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarHalsey's Carrier Raids on Kure Naval Harbor with Jon Parshall-Episode 435This week Seth and guest co-host Jon Parshall (Bill had tech issues) dig into the final major US Naval action of World War II. In July 1945, Admiral William F. Halsey brings his 3rd Fleet to the very shores of Japan to destroy infrastructure, shipping, airfields, ad the remnants of the once mighty Imperial Japanese Navy. Over a period of two days, July 24 and July 28, 3rd Fleet aviators pummel what is left of the IJN right at its home base--Kure. Carriers Amagi, Katsuragi, battleships Ise, Hyuga and Haruna, as well as several other battle-hardened and famous Japanese warships meet their end...2025-02-181h 46The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarParade of Destruction-The Naval Bombardments of Japan 1945-Episode 434This week Seth and Bill take a look at an oft-forgotten, but strategically important, episode of the Pacific War. In July 1945, Admiral William F. Halsey took his mighty 3rd Fleet to the very shores of Japan. Sending his carriers into the harbors and towns to wreak havoc, Halsey then detached his surface forces, specifically his battleships, to shell steel mills and infrastructure facilities along the eastern coast of Honshu. Over the final weeks of the war, battleships like USS South Dakota, USS Massachusetts, USS Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, and others, pounded Japanese infrastructure with impunity. The shellings at Kamaishi, Muroran, Hitachi...2025-02-111h 15The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarUncle Charlie: Admiral Charles A. Lockwood-Episode 433This week Seth and Bill take an in-depth look at one of the most important, yet oft-forgotten, figures of the Pacific War--Admiral Charles A. Lockwood. Under Lockwood's direction, the US Navy's Silent Service submarine force went from a frustrating start to sinking almost everything afloat that flew a Japanese flag. Lockwood's planning and execution of the unrestricted submarine warfare campaign against Japan resulted in one of the most devastating naval campaigns in human history. Tune in and see what the guys have to say about, arguably, the most important American Admiral in the Pacific. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy...2025-02-041h 40The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarWe Answer Your Questions on the PTO with Jon Parshall - Episode 430This week Seth and Bill welcome good buddy Jon Parshall as the trio tackles your listener questions. Our guest emcee is retired US Army Major Shawn Bergstrom, who was with us on our Q&A's last season and will be with us for this series of Q&A's and next season's CBI material. Thanks for the great questions, we hope you guys enjoy the product. We had fun making it. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum...2025-01-142h 39The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarPacific Command Review 1944-45 with Jon Parshall - Episode 428This week Seth and Bill welcome back the third amigo, Jon Parshall, as the trio dive into Allied and Japanese commander's performances in 1944 and 1945. Halsey, Spruance, MacArthur, Mitscher, McCain, LeMay, Hansell, Bruce, Burke, Rupertus, Yamashita, Iwabuchi, Nakagawa and others are reviewed by the guys in this totally off-the-cuff discussion. The guys get into the big names, and some of the commanders you might not be so familiar with. This was a fun one to make, and we hope you guys like it too. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy...2024-12-311h 36The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarUSS Laffey:The Ship that Would Not Die-Episode 427This week Seth and Bill take a look at the legendary story of USS Laffey (DD-724) and her epic struggle for survival at radar picket station number 1 off Okinawa on April 16, 1945. The guys go into their usual deep dive as they explore the men and the action of Laffey's ordeal. Truly, one of the most heroic and legendary stories to come out of the Okinawa campaign--check it out. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey...2024-12-171h 25The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarUSS Hugh W. Hadley and USS Evans at Radar Picket Station 15-Episode 426This week Seth and Bill take a look at one of the legendary stories of the kamikaze scourge during the Naval campaign for Okinawa--the saga of the destroyers USS Hugh W. Hadley and USS Evans and their support ships at Radar Picket Station 15. On May 11, 1945, the American ships at Radar Picket 15 endured an almost unbelievable attack by 156 Japanese kamikaze aircraft. In a story of courage, survival--and sheer guts--two American destroyers and their four support ships take on wave after wave of kamikaze and live to tell the tale. Tune in and hear this incredible story. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa...2024-12-101h 22At The BoundaryAt The BoundaryAdmiral Halsey’s WWII Victory Strategy, Success, and SetbacksText the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! In this episode of "What’s Really Happening?", retired four-star General Frank McKenzie explores the remarkable yet complex career of five-star Fleet Admiral William Frederick "Bull" Halsey Jr., renowned for his pivotal role in the Pacific theater during World War II. Known for his “hit hard, hit fast, hit often” strategy, Admiral Halsey led multiple victories against the Japanese Imperial Fleet.General McKenzie reflects on the effectiveness of Halsey’s approach, examining its early successes and its limitations during the later stages of the war. Tune in...2024-12-0924 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarKikusui - Kamikazes off Okinawa with Jon ParshallThis week Seth and Bill welcome back good buddy Jon Parshall to talk about the massive Japanese kamikaze attacks unleashed on the US and British Pacific fleets off Okinawa from April 6-June 1945. The guys go into detail on some of the bigger raids and the smaller ones too, and talk about the fatal attack on USS Bunker Hill in which Arleigh Burke earned a Silver Star for leading rescue and salvage efforts aboard ship. Tune in and see what the guys have to say about the Kikusui off Okinawa in 1945. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier...2024-12-031h 54The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Divine Wind-Origins and Deployment of the Kamikaze-With Jon Parshall-Episode 424This week Seth, Bill and, good buddy Jon Parshall delve into the origin and deployment of the Kamikaze. The guys take a look at the tactic's origins, which date as far back as Pearl Harbor, and really dive deep into how, exactly, did the Japanese get to that point. Digging deeper, the team gets into the whole myth that every Kamikaze pilot was a volunteer...to paraphrase Oddball--"No, baby they weren't." As if that wasn't enough, the team gets into the US Navy's answer to the threat in the development of fleet air defense and the deployment of the...2024-11-261h 37The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarOperation Ten-Ichi-Go: Death of Yamato with Jon Parshall - Episode 423This week Seth, Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall tackle the story of the Japanese battleship Yamato and her final sortie. The team gets into the beginnings of the operation and how the idea was formed in the heads of the upper echelons of the Imperial Japanese Navy, and then get deep into the dissension within the ranks of those assigned to take part in the death ride. Then Seth, Jon and, Bill go blow by blow in the story of Yamato, Yahagi and, all their fellow consort's final struggle as they fall victim to wave after wave of American...2024-11-192h 14Veterans ChroniclesVeterans ChroniclesY3C Lee Broussard, U.S. Navy, World War II, Witness to Japanese SurrrenderLee Brousard enlisted in the Navy with the intention of joining the Naval Air Corps. But as he was traveling to Florida for flight training, the Navy changed those plans and sent him to San Diego for naval training. After completing basic training, Broussard then finished at the top of his class at Pacific Fleet School at Pearl Harbor. That led to him joining the staff and ship of Adm. William "Bull" Halsey, Jr. in 1944.In this edition of "Veterans Chronicles," Broussard tells us about Halsey as a commander, surviving a vicious typhoon near the Philippines, relentlessly shelling...2024-11-1327 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarAudience Generated Q&A Session coming soon and Notes about the show's futureHey guys. This is a short PSA (nothing is short when Bill and I start talking) about another audience-generated Q&A session. This time, Bill and I will be joined by our good buddy Jon Parshall as we field your questions about the Pacific war. We also briefly discuss the show's future and other topics top of mind. Send us your questions now at: unauthorizedpacificpodcast@gmail.com #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38...2024-11-0614 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarGotterdamerung: The End on Okinawa- with Jon Parshall-Episode 421This week Seth, Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall examine the last month of the ground campaign on Okinawa. in this episode, the guys discuss the Japanese withdrawal from the Shuri Line, the attempted American pursuit as well as the final American push south which results in the final American amphibious landing of World War II on the Oroku Peninsula. The terrible American personnel replacement system is discussed and we also get into the astounding story of Medal of Honor recipient Clarence Craft. The team then gets into a discussion of the fate of tens of thousands of Okinawan civilians...2024-11-051h 47The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Marines on Okinawa:Sugar Loaf Hill, and Beyond--Okinawa Part 3 with Jon Parshall - Episode 420This week Seth and Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall get into the US Marine Corps side of the campaign ashore for Okinawa. The team begins their coverage, fittingly, at the beginning of the month of May 1945 and talk about the situation as it stands ashore at the beginning of the month before getting into the early fighting against the Awacha Pocket by the 1st Marine Division and then getting deep into the weeds on the final Japanese offensive of World War II against the Americans. The disasterous offensive costs the Japanese lives by the bushel--and for nothing. Then the...2024-10-292h 05The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Invasion of Okinawa: Cactus, Kakazu, and Hacksaw Ridge with Jon Parshall - Episode 419This week Seth and Bill welcome back good buddy Jon Parshall and the three amigos take on the US Army's portion of the early fight for Okinawa. the guys break down the slugfest at Cactus Ride, Kakazu Ridge, and Hacksaw Ridge, digging into the stories of the heroics at each location diving into the stories of Medal of Honor recipients, Desmond Doss, Edward Moskala, and others. The fighting done by the US Army from April 4 through the end of the month in 1945 along those ridges was amongst the most brutal of the entire war. Seth, Jon and, Bill also get...2024-10-222h 21The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarBig Ben-The Story of USS Franklin-Episode 417This week Seth and Bill take a look at one of the most famous stories of survival and bravery in all of World War II, the story of the USS Franklin. On March 19, 1945 aircraft carrier USS Franklin (CV-13) better known as Big Ben, was hit by one or two bombs dropped by a Japanese Judy dive bomber. In the ensuing inferno and chaos that followed, more than 700 American sailors and Marines were killed while the remainder of the crew underwent one of the most trying experiences in all of US Naval history. The story of Franklin is legend, and this...2024-10-081h 58The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarOperation MEETINGHOUSE-The Firebombing of Tokyo - Episode 416This week Seth and Bill take a deep, and horrifying, dive into Mission number 40 from the Marianas and 21st Bomber Command, codenamed Operation MEETINGHOUSE. The raid that occurred on the night of March 10, 1945, was the single deadliest air raid in all of human history. Faced with failure after failure and the mounting pressure of a Japanese Home Island invasion, General Curtis LeMay takes drastic measures to deliver a knockout blow to Japan with his B-29s. Throwing everything that had been ingrained in his training for years, LeMay sends his B-29s in at 5,000 feet at night armed with incendiary...2024-10-011h 22The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Strategic Bombing Campaign Over Japan with James Scott-Episode 415This week Seth and Bill welcome back historian James Scott to talk about the strategic bombing campaign over Japan. The guys get into the roots of strategic bombing, discussing Billy Mitchell, Duohet, Hap Arnold and the B-29. Moving west, the guys dissect the first few months of the campaign against Japan, taking a look at 21st Bomber Command's first CO-Haywood "Possum" Hansell and his failures before moving on to the massive personality that was Curtis LeMay. The guys then get into the massive moral and strategic shift that occurs within the USAAF when LeMay decides that fire bombing Japanese cities...2024-09-241h 54The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Ace Race 1944-45 with John Bruning - Episode 413This week Seth and Bill welcome back good friend John Bruning to wrap up the discussion on the great Ace Race in the Pacific during World War II. The trio gets into a discussion on one of the fieriest leaders of the Pacific theater, P-47 Thunderbolt ace, Neel Kearby, and his 348th Fighter Group. n The guys break down Kearby's "freelancing" fighter missions and the incredible risks he took all to get that brass ring title of Ace of Aces. After that, the team sets out to blow apart the myth of Charles Lindbergh and his so-called "contributions" to the...2024-09-102h 06The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarHalsey's Carrier Raids in the South China Sea-Episode 411This week Seth and Bill take a look at Admiral William F. Halsey's carrier raids into the South China Sea in January 1945. As early as October 1944, Halsey realized that the South China Sea was an untapped hunting ground for Japanese shipping. These vital supply lines brought most of Japan's oil, foodstuffs, and raw materials to or from the Home Islands. Only recently penetrated by American submarines, the South China Sea was seen as open ground by Halsey. In January 1945, Bill Halsey took his 3rd Fleet into the sea and wreaked havoc across the area over a week. The destruction wrought...2024-08-271h 46The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarOperation DETACHMENT-The Invasion of Iwo Jima Part 2 with Jon Parshall-Episode 410This week Seth and Bill welcome back good friend Jon Parshall to wrap up the bitter fight for Iwo Jima. The guys cover all aspects of the struggle for Iwo beginning in the days after the flag raising on Mount Suribachi all the way through the bitter end. in this episode we cover the Medal of Honor stories of Woody Williams, William Harrell, George Wahlen, and several more. Uncommon valor, truly was a common virtue on Iwo Jima in 1945. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan...2024-08-202h 02The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Sea is Trying to Kill You-Halsey's Typhoons with Jon Parshall - Episode 408This week Seth and Bill are joined by good buddy Jon Parshall to break down Typhoon Cobra and Typhoon Viper, better known as Halsey's Typhoons. Typhoon Cobram which occurred in December 1944 wreaked more havoc and devastation on Halsey's 3rd Fleet than the Japanese ever did at any one time. The guys go deep into the weeds and talk about the early warnings of the storm's arrival, Halsey and Kosco's failure to heed said warnings, and Mother Nature's wrath as three American destroyers are sunk and nearly 800 American lives are lost in the one storm that is the most devastating nature...2024-08-062h 16The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarAllied Prisoners of War of the Japanese-Episode 407This week Seth and Bill take on the unpleasant topic of Allied Prisoners of War held by the Japanese. The guys get into the weeds talking about the brutal treatment of Allied POWs at the hands of the Japanese, getting into the Burma-Thai Railway, Hell Ships, Japanese methods of torture, starvation, Ofuna, Omori and finally liberation. Louis Zamperini, Richard O'Kane, Greg Boyington, the USS Tang survivors are just a few of the POWs whose experiences the guys talk about. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan...2024-07-301h 30The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Liberation of Santo Tomas-Episode 404This week Seth and Bill talk about the liberation of the civilian internment camp in Manila at the University of Santo Tomas. In a daring dash through Japanese lines, elements of the 1st Cavalry Division, known to history as Chase's Flying Columns, blow through Japanese lines and head towards the Pearl of the Orient, Manila, to liberate civilian prisoners of war that have been held at Santo Tomas since 1942. On the verge of starvation, the civilians are rapidly fading away. Rescued at the last minute, the Cavalry, quite literally, saves the day. Tune in and hear the harrowing story of...2024-07-091h 10The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Cactus Air Force on Guadalcanal with John Bruning - Episode 403This week Seth and Bill welcome back pal John Bruning to the show to talk about his new book, and always a fascinating subject, the Cactus Air Force. John's new book, 53 Days on Starvation Island is an absorbing look into the first two United States Marine Corps squadrons to land on Henderson Field in August 1942, VMF-223 and VMSB-232. The guys get deep into the personalities of the main figures of the two squadrons including legends such as Medal of Honor recipient John L. Smith, Marion Carl and Richard Mangrum among others. The guys talk about the complete lack of preparedness...2024-07-022h 12The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Liberation of Luzon with John McManus - Episode 401In the first episode of Season 4, Seth and Bill welcome good buddy John McManus as the trio takes on the topic of the Liberation of Luzon in 1945. The guys discuss the initial landings and successes while also getting into Douglas MacArthur's personal feelings and courage displayed on the island during the campaign. The guys then dig into some of the combat, including the Medal of Honor story of Robert Laws from the 43rd Infantry Division. General Robert Eichelberger, the 11th Airborne assault on Nasugbu and Manila, Rod Serling and more. Tune in to see what the guys have to say...2024-06-181h 57The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle off Samar with Jon Parshall (both episodes combined)Again, due to popular request, we have combined both Samar episodes with Jon Parshall into this long-form version. This is both parts 1 and part 2 combined. Hope you enjoy. This week Seth, Bill and good pal Jon Parshall get into the much anticipated Battle off Samar! The guys get into the background of the epic fight, the commanders on both sides, Ernest Evans, Ziggy Sprague, and others as they start to break down some of the myths surrounding one of the most well-known naval battles in all of history. The guys get into the ships such as Samuel B Roberts and...2024-06-143h 00The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarWe Answer MORE of Your Questions-Episode 335This week, Seth, Bill and new guest, retired US Army Major Shawn Bergstrom return to answer another round of your questions. In this final episode of season 3, we get into some cool topics that include, the fate of battleships, the morality and necessity of liberating the Philippines, and more. Tune in and see if your question is one of the ones we answer. Season 4 starts in three weeks. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey...2024-06-041h 51The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarWrapping up 1944 in the Pacific-Episode 333This week Seth and Bill wrap up 1944 in the Pacific as we near the end of Season 3. The guys go through the reasons why 1944 was the tipping point in the war in the Pacific with Bill's Top 4 List. We discuss leadership, training, logistics, industrial base and much more. Tune in as we wrap up the most pivotal year in World War II in the Pacific. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory...2024-05-211h 21The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Liberation of Leyte Part 2 with John McManus-Episode 332This week Seth, Bill and John McManus wrap up the liberation of Leyte by talking about the fights at Breakneck Ridge, the Japanese landings and the subsequent US counter landings at Ormoc Bay. The guys get into the stories of the 11th Airborne Division, 77th Infantry Division and the bravery and actions of one General Douglas MacArthur. Tacked into the overall narrative is the almost unbelievable story of Medal of Honor recipient Robert Nett. Check it out as we wrap Leyte. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc...2024-05-071h 15From Vision to CreationFrom Vision to CreationDara Tomanovich: Model, Actress, and Founder of Devon HalseyOriginally from Toronto, Canada, Dara Tomanovich's path to success began unexpectedly during a trip to Paris. It was there that she crossed paths with the legendary Karl Lagerfeld, who recognized her potential and cast her as the lead model for Chloe at just 18 years old. From that pivotal moment, Dara's career soared, gracing the covers of prestigious magazines like Marie Claire and working with esteemed photographers like Patrick Demarchelier.Transitioning from modeling to acting, Dara honed her craft at The William Esper Studio in Manhattan, immersing herself in the Meisner technique. Her talent soon...2024-05-0543 minThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarOperation KING II-The Liberation of Leyte Part 1 with John McManusThhis week Seth and Bill welcome back good friend and fantstic historian John McManus to talk about GEN Douglas MacArthur's long-anticipated return to the Philippines. Mac and the 6th Army land on Leyte on October 20, 1944 to liberate the first portion of the archipelago as MacArthur's crusade to liberate the place he called home finally takes off. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6...2024-04-301h 38The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle off Cape Engano-Battle of Leyte Gulf with Jon Parshall-Episode 330This week Seth, Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall wrap up the Battle of Leyte Gulf with the final carrier battle of World War II, the Battle off Cape Engano. Halsey takes the cheese and chases Ozawa's decoy carrier force north, away from San Bernadino Strait, to destroy what is left of the Imperial Japanese Navy's once mighty aircraft carrier task force. Tune in and see what the guys have to say about the ultimate destruction of the Japanese carrier force. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc...2024-04-231h 33The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle off Samar Part 2 with Jon Parshall-Episode 329This week Seth, Bill and buddy Jon Parshall wrap up the epic clash off Samar during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. The guys get deep into the weeds about the legendary destroyer charge of USS Johnston, USS Samuel B. Roberts, USS Hoel and USS Heerman as well as the other destroyer escorts of Taffy 3. The guys dispel a few of the myths about the battle and dig into the effectiveness of both the American surface counterattacks and the aerial assault by Taffys 2 and 3 on Kurita's Center Force. Tune in and hear what the guys have to say. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2...2024-04-161h 38The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle of Surigao Strait Part 2 with Jon Parshall and Tony Tully-Episode 327This week Seth and Bill welcome back grat buddy Jon Parshall and Tony Tully to wrap up the conversation about the Battle of Surigao Strait during the Battle for Leyte Gulf. The foursome gets deep in the weeds discussing the destroyer action in the strait and, of course, the gunfire portion of the battle. American battleships West Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland, California and all their pals join in the fight as the Pearl Harbor survivors (minus Mississippi), the heavy and light cruisers absolutely annihilate Nishimura's Southern Force. The battle, more of a nautical execution, was the last battleship versus battleship fight...2024-04-021h 13The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle of Surigao Strait Part 1- with Jon Parshall and Tony Tully-Episode 326This week Seth and Bill are joined by great buddy Jon Parshall and Jon's co-author and new guest, Tony Tully! The foursome breaks down the early stages of the Battle of Surigao Strait during Leyte Gulf and get into the commanders, the ships and the PT attack before breaking for next week's showdown of the big guns. Tune in and get into the weeds with the guys. #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38...2024-03-261h 08The Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Unauthorized History of the Pacific WarThe Battle of Leyte Gulf-Battle of the Sibuyan Sea with Jon Parshall-Episode 325This week Seth, Bill and great pal Jon Parshall tackle the first "official" fight in the greater Battle of Leyte Gulf, the Battle of the Sibuyan Sea. The first in our four-episode series on the largest naval battle in human history sees the trio taking a deep dive into the submarine actions of USS Darter and USS Dace, as well as some of Halsey's decisions leading up to Task Force 38's attack on Kurita's Center Force on October 24-25, 1944. The team looks at the aerial attacks on Kurita's Center Force by TG 38.2 and TG 38.3 as they launch wave after wave...2024-03-191h 58