Old Front Line
WW1 Podcast with Paul Reed
Walking Ypres: Polygon Wood
Amidst the dark trees of Polygon Wood near Ypres, bunkers and old shell craters tell the story of the Great War in Flanders. This week we walk the cemeteries and memorials around the wood, follow the ANZACs, and discover the story of the Black Watch in 1914.
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Books about the 2nd Battalion Royal Welsh Fusiliers mentioned in the Podcast:
Podcast Extras: Polygon Wood
Podcast Extras: Black Watch Corner
Podcast Extras: Wartime Images
Paul took us to the edge of Polygon Wood where my wife’s Great Uncle died in October 2014, his name on the Menin Gate. Our trip was guided by Paul and he was so informative throughout.
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Thank you, John.
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As moving and informative as ever. The photographs of the total destruction of the landscape and the men and the stories they told are truly moving.
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Thank you, Nigel.
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I think my favourite area in the Salient……..excellent episode…..
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Thanks, Niall.
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Another fascinating podcast. Great story about Captain Dunn. Polygon Wood is one place that I haven’t been with Leger. With any luck I will remedy that in the not too distant future.
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Thanks, Stephen.
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