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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 21 MIN

Episode 1 - The Night the War Began

from History Date Night: A WWII Podcast

This episode of History Date Night explores the chaotic first three days of World War II, from Germany's surprise invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, to Britain and France declaring war. Hosts Justin and Jennie chronicle pivotal events, highlight personal stories, bust myths like covering the Polish calvary, and reflect on the global and human impact as the old rules of warfare ended and a new, total war began.

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