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EPISODE · Dec 10, 2025 · 28 MIN

Episode 588-Operation Ladbroke

from The History of WWII Podcast · host Ray Harris Jr

Before the main assault of Operation Husky, airborne troops need to take key positions. But the first night time glider operations will not go well. Hundreds die before the fighting can start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the main assault of Operation Husky, airborne troops need to take key positions. But the first night time glider operations will not go well. Hundreds die before the fighting can start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 588-Operation Ladbroke

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