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Send us Fan MailThe US 106th Infantry Division was star-crossed at best. Trained to a fine point, its regiments were raided by the U.S. Army to replace casualties suffered during the Battle of France. Its leadership lacked experience and a “hand’s on” approach to leading the Division’s men in battle. They were eventually isolated and two of its regiments were forced to surrender. It was the largest mass surrender since Bataan. But was it all due to poor leadership? Or did battlefield happenstances force the situation? Or maybe it was a concerted effort on the part of the German Army. Check in to find out what caused the surrender of the bulk of the Golden Lions during the Battle of the Bulge.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe second show in our Lore of the Battlefield series, Episode 60 focuses on a story that has been floating around since 1960. Not one, but two well-respected historians perpetuated the myth, one that spoke poorly of our Allied sailors. The second historian was even called out by a veteran who survived the landings on Omaha. Stop by to find out what SLAM Marshall and Stephen Ambrose wrote about the British coxswains who landed the 116th Infantry Regiment on D-Day, and why it took Bob Sales, the only surviving member of his boat team, to make a public statement in their defense.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate Support the show

Send us Fan MailComing of age during the Great Depression, the American boys who fought in World War II had, through necessity, developed a unique brand of technological resourcefulness. Joe is joined by Bob Wettemann to discuss how American servicemen grew up in a society where the machine was ubiquitous—where enduring an unparalleled period of financial distress meant learning to keep their Model Ts, Fordson tractors, or other machinery operational. Wettemann describes how this tinkerer’s mentality promoted a technical aptitude and willingness to adapt unmatched by other armies fielded during World War II. At the same time, the US command structure demonstrated a willingness to evaluate, accept, and employ such efforts to improve both fighting capacity and the general comfort of US servicemen. Seamlessly blending social, military, intellectual, and technological history, Rhino Tanks and Sticky Bombs weaves an engaging narrative about the roots of American ingenuity during World War II—and makes a compelling case for a specific instance of American distinctiveness that proved crucial to Allied victory.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate  If you’d like to pick up a copy of Rhino Tanks and Sticky Bombs, head over to the following link: https://www.oupress.com/9780806195988/rhino-tanks-and-sticky-bombs/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailBack in July of 1942, the Army began constituting at Camp Toccoa what would become one of its most famous units, the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Over the course of fourteen months, Company E of the 506th, would train in Toccoa, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky, before heading to New York for embarkation and eventually, England. While this period of Easy’s history has been written about before, it’s never been done so in this level of granularity. Rich in details and peppered with insights directly from the Easy Company veterans, join Joe as he discusses his new book, Jump into the Fight: Volume I, which places you in the ranks with the men as they ran up and down Mount Currahee, as they were violently buffeted by winds while making their qualifying jumps at Fort Benning, and as they bonded under the strict training methods of Captain Herbert Sobel.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate  For more information about Jump into the Fight, Volume I, you can head over to Joe’s website: https://ssgtmooch.wixsite.com/joe-muccia/jump-into-the-fight-vol1Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe first in our “Lore of the Battlefield” series, Joe looks at the legend of Eric Fisher Wood Jr., an artillery officer from the 589th Field Artillery Battalion. The 589th was assigned to the 106th Infantry Division, “Golden Lions,” and like much of the division, was largely overrun during the opening stages of the Battle of the Bulge. Wood Jr., cut off during his withdrawal, took to the woods to launch his own guerilla war. But without witnesses of his actions, it’s difficult to figure out where reality and myth converge and diverge. Joe examines witness statements and tries to fill in blanks. Stop by to check out where the research led him. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate For more information on the 106th Infantry Division “Golden Lions” and its subunits, you can check out this link: https://www.indianamilitary.org/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailFought between November 1942 and May 1943, the Second World War’s Tunisian Campaign has often been described as where the Allies ‘learned to fight’. The vital culmination of the conflict fought across the breadth of North Africa, as well as an important stepping-stone to the opening of a second front in Europe, Tunisia saw American, British, and French forces on air, land, and sea, combine to drive the Axis forces from the African Continent for good.Join Joe and author Sam Wallace as they discuss the strategic, operational and tactical impacts of the critical period of 1942 to 1943 of the North African Campaign and its influence on the way the Allies waged war until the conclusion of World War II.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    You can find Sam on Twitter/X at: @earloftunis If you’re interested in picking up a copy of Lighting the Torch, you can do so at: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/lighting-the-torch-the-tunisian-campaign-and-forging-an-allied-way-of-war-1942-43.phpSupport the show

Send us Fan MailD-Day has always been one of the most popular topics of World War II. As a result, it’s the smaller battles that occurred later in the campaign that oftentimes get overlooked. As US tank units landed and began moving inland at Utah Beach, they were directed to link up with the paratroopers of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, and begin clearing German units out from the route of advance. On June 7th, Vierville became the focal point of a short but intense battle between the 6th Fallschirmjäger Regiment, A Company of the US 746th Tank Battalion, and the 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Joe dissects the fight from the landing and subsequent coalescing of Robert Strayer’s 2/506, it’s link up with the tankers of the 746th, and the fight against Major Frederich von der Heydte’s Fallschirmjägers for the small hamlet of Vierville. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate   Support the show

Send us Fan MailHave you ever just wanted to grab a drink and sit down with a couple of like-minded folks and talk WWII history? Well, grab a pint and tuck in for this show as Joe is joined by old friends Paul Woodadge and Reg Jans as they discuss WWII history, battles, and veterans that they have met and befriended over the years. The only thing missing is the pub’s dartboard, countertop and soggy bar rag, and crackling fire in the fireplace! Enjoy!  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    You can find Woody’s outstanding WW2TV on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WW2TV  Reg’s Battlefield Experience page: https://www.regjans.com/ His World War Media site: https://www.worldwarmedia.com/Support the show

Send us Fan MailA day late and a dollar short, only we’re neither since the Battle of the Bulge officially ended on 25 January 1945. Join Joe and special guest, Reg Jans, as they examine the opening phase of the battle and some of the key fights that fueled the German offensive and the Americans’ response. They look at factors influencing the battle such as fuel and manpower shortages, as well as key personalities both sides and German planning. It’s a great overview with one of the battle’s foremost historians and battlefield guides, and it sets us up nicely with some follow-on shows with Reg. Check it out!   If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    Reg’s Battlefield Experience page: https://www.regjans.com/ His World War Media site: https://www.worldwarmedia.com/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailDonald Hoobler, Easy Company stalwart, heavily featured in the miniseries Band of Brothers. There’s so much incorrect information out there about how he died. Between Wikipedia, guesswork, and the miniseries, it all contributes to the inaccuracy. Sit down with Joe for a quick hit episode that busts the myths surrounding the death of this extremely popular soldier. From his interviews with Company members, and the written accounts of others, Joe has assembled the most accurate description of the incident that felled one of 1st Platoon’s most reliable soldiers, one who David Webster said of, “He was the only person I ever met that thoroughly enjoyed war.”  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate   Support the show

Send us Fan MailDuring World War II, Elzbieta Zawacka was the only woman to reach London as an emissary of the Polish Home Army command. In Britain, she became the only woman to join the Polish elite Special Forces, known as the "Silent Unseen.” She was secretly trained in the British countryside, and then she was the only female member of these forces to be parachuted back behind enemy lines to Nazi-occupied Poland. There, while being hunted by the Gestapo (who arrested her entire family), she took a leading role in the Warsaw Uprising and the liberation of Poland. Join Joe and acclaimed historian and author Clare Mulley as they discuss the unconventional warrior known as “Agent Zo.” If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    If you’d like to check out Clare’s website, you can find it here: https://claremulley.com/  If you are interested in purchasing a copy of Agent Zo, you can do so at the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Agent-Zo-Fearless-Resistance-Fighter/dp/1639367624/Support the show

Send us Fan MailMany of you have probably read about the Duplex Drive Shermans, one of “Hobart’s Funnies.” The myths and urban legends about their launching and deployment on D-Day have persisted for decades. Author and historian Charles Herrick joins the pod again, this time to lift the shroud from the mystery about how the orders and decisions made by almost every level of leadership led to the uneven performance and sadly, the deaths of many DD crews off Omaha Beach on D-Day. Check in to hear how.    If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    If you’d like to read about Chuck’s research in detail, check out his blog: https://www.charlesherrickbooks.com/blog-1-1/the-duplex-drive-tanks-of-omaha-beach-a-the-ad-hoc-solution  And if you’d like to pick up a copy of his book on Robert Capa on D-Day, Back into Focus, you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Back-into-Focus-Story-Robert/dp/1636244734/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailPatreon supporter Andrew sent me a question about what happens to a paratrooper’s extra gear and dress uniforms when they are training or deployed on a combat operation. Check out this short to find out! Support the show

Send us Fan MailNoncommissioned Officers, or NCOs, have long been considered the backbone of the Marine Corps. But the crucible of combat in World War II tested the NCO corps like no other event. They acted as the continuity, institutional knowledge and experience, and many times, the moral compass for the young Leathernecks in their charge. Steven McCloud returns to the pod to discuss with Joe the immense value of these men and their contributions to the overall success of the Marine Corps in WWII, as seen through the eyes of veterans of several Marine units. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate   To learn more about Steven’s Trident Leadership project, head over to this link:  https://www.tridentleadership.com/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe 101st Airborne left behind a legacy with their service in World War II and their actions gained them a fame that has continued to this day. Much attention has been focused on their storied combat actions like Normandy and Bastogne, while their time spent in England in 1943/44 is less well known. Through a wealth of sources, testimonies and period photographs, Matthew Pellett has brought that lesser-known period in the Division’s history to the fore. Join Joe and Matthew as they discuss that year of rich history of the 101st Airborne and shed light on the Division’s activities in ‘Ole Blighty’ prior to D-Day.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate   Here’s Matthew’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/101stAirborneInEngland/  Support the show

Send us Fan MailFor years the United States Marine Corps has had a recruiting tool called the ‘Buddy Program.’ Using the program, you could join with a friend and essentially be guaranteed to go through recruit training together. During World War II, eight young men from Weslaco, Texas took that theory to the extreme, joining the Marine Corps to serve their nation. One of those young men was Iwo Jima flag raiser, Harlan Block. In a continuation of our Pacific Theater programming, Andrew Booher joins the show to discuss the fascinating topic of the Weslaco Eight, their enlistment, and their service in the Marine Corps during World War II.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate    Support the show

Send us Fan MailDue to the popularity of John Basilone and the Battle of Alligator Creek, the Battle for Guadalcanal looms large in the public eye regarding World War II in the Pacific. The Pacific miniseries reinforced those popular images. But like most battles in the war, much more information is required to get a complete understanding of what happened. Dave Holland, through his popular “Guadalcanal – Walking a Battlefield” Facebook page, has begun lifting the shroud from the Battle of Guadalcanal, and in his upcoming book, Guadalcanal’s Longest Fight, he examines a series of critical battles centered around the Matanikau River. Join Joe and Dave as they discuss those battles as well as the upcoming release of Dave’s book. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944   and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivate   You can visit Dave's Facebook page @ Guadalcanal - Walking a Battlefield and check out his book, Guadalcanal's Longest Fight, on Amazon!  https://www.amazon.com/Guadalcanals.../dp/1636245846/Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe 29th Infantry Division was one of the earliest National Guard units to be federalized after the attack on Pearl Harbor. They would soon ship to England where they would train until D-Day. After landing on France that fateful day, they would essentially remain ‘one the line’ until V-E Day. Joe is joined by esteemed author and historian, Joe Balkoski to help explore the combat mindset of the men of the division as they activate, ship out, take part in one of the most famous amphibious assaults in history, and then slog across western Europe. The ‘two Joe’s’ discuss how exposure to relentless combat, and its associated attritional rate, led to an almost fatalistic outlook on the part of the 29’ers regarding their chances for survival. Don’t miss out on this fascinating discussion!If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastYou can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.We're also on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/werenotlostprivate1944and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotLostPrivateSupport the show

Send us Fan MailWhen Marine Air Group 2 was stationed at Ewa Airfield on the island of Honolulu, none of the Marines there could have anticipated what would happen on the morning of December 7th, 1941. Join Joe and Josh Donohue as they examine significance of Ewa and the actions of both the Japanese attackers and Marine defenders on that fateful day. It’s an attack that has long been overshadowed by the one that took place at Battleship Row, but one that the Marines that withstood it would never forget. *** Please note that due to some technical difficulties, there are some spots where the podcast audio/video may appear a bit clunky. ***If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe seesaw fight for Le Ferme Delaunay and Les Droueries. Despite launching multiple concerted attacks against German positions, LTC Robert Ballard found himself and his 2nd Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry in a death struggle. It was a test of will between the Americans and German grenadiers and Fallschirmjäger. Repeatedly taking and giving up ground and even being hit by their own naval gunfire support couldn’t prevent these Geronimo paratroopers from winning. In the second episode of this two-part series, Joe dissects the battle at the tactical level and tells the story using the words of the men that fought it. Check in to hear all about it! If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast      If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you’d like to learn more about Joe’s 2026 Path of Easy Company Tour, you can stop by this link: https://ssgtmooch.wixsite.com/joe-muccia/itemsIf you’d like to learn more about Toccoa Tours and our April 2026 event, hit this link: https://brand.site/toccoatours.com/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailSometimes interesting history topics develop out of nothing more than a quick conversation. In this case, an offhand comment from his father-in-law led Joe to an amazing story of how a Tuskegee Airman, shot down during his 64th mission, found refuge in two small villages in northern Croatia. Check out the area where Robert Martin was sheltered and cared for by the people of the small village of Cetingrad and later evacuated back to the United States. It’s a remarkable story and it started with a small conversation. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast       If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIt was a battle that was never meant to be. Two Robert’s, Ballard and Wolverton, each commanded a battalion in the 101st Airborne, and each was tasked with capturing bridges over the Douve River. But before the battalions could accomplish their missions, they’d have to clear the area around their drop zone of enemy troops. Les Droueries was located near the drop zone and the flooded grounds around it would become the scene of bitter fighting. In the first of a two-part series, Joe breaks down the drop of both battalions and the subsequent fighting in and around Les Droueries. Check in to hear all about it! If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast      If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailSecond time’s a charm. Join Joe as he deep dives some of the currently circulating myths and misconceptions created and promoted by an unscrupulous YouTuber. It’s all about educating and informing folks as to the truth about Easy Company and not someone’s interpretations of it. Part 1 of what will likely be a multi-part series was wildly popular, and the WNLP followers have asked for more. So, tune in for Episode 41 to learn more about what is likely World War II’s most talked about fighting unit. Currahee! If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast    If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. Support the show

Send us Fan MailKasserine Pass. The fighting for that geographic novelty has an almost mystical aura around it as it was the US Army’s first large-scale battle against the Germans in North Africa. And they fared poorly. But did you know about the smaller, yet no less important battle for Sidi Bou Zid? It essentially set the stage for Kasserine, and those two battlefield setbacks would result in the firing of a US corps commander, and herald the arrival of General George S. Patton to II Corps. Continuing our chronicling of the United States early actions in Western Europe and North Africa, the story of the Battle for Sidi Bou Zid is coming to The “We’re Not Lost, Private” Podcast!If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast   If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered if you have a famous relative? We all have at some point thought about the possibility, especially if you ran across someone with a similar last name. In this episode, Joe examines the cases of three members of the 3rd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, and runs down the myths and urban legends associated with them and their possible famous relatives. He also looks at their service during the war and what happened to them. Enjoy! If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast   If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIt happens more often than most fans of Band of Brothers would like. YouTube channels and podcasts pop up with poorly contextualized, subpar content designed as clickbait. It’s frustrating for both real historians and genuine fans of the book and miniseries. In this episode, Joe works through a number of sensationalized Easy Company-related topics in order to separate the wheat from the chaff, and bring the truth about Band of Brothers’ topics that seem to attract these less-than-stellar content creators like moths to a flame.  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailI was able to bookend visits to the Museum of the Mighty 8th and the UDT/Navy SEAL Museum during a recent vacation. I had previously visited the Mighty 8th, but had never done so with the the SEAL Museum. Both are high quality with wonderful displays related to World War II. Masters of the Air has kickstarted the popularity and pending expansion of the Mighty 8th, and the Naval Combat Demolition Units of WWII have their genesis at Fort Pierce where the museum is located. Stop by for a listen (or watch) as I deliver my trip report. Thanks!  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastYou can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailStop by the pod for a quick tribute to the D-Day warriors on this 81st Anniversary of the attack on “Fortress Europe.” In this episode Joe reads a tribute to the men of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment describing their wait to launch Operation Overlord. He discusses their activities as well as their equipment loads, wrapping it up with a paratrooper’s account of landing in Normandy, and Ernie Pyle’s observations while taking a post-D-Day walk along Omaha Beach. This episode is short but powerful! If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcast If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailEpisode 36 of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast drops today! A lot of time is given to D-Day…in the press, on TV shows, on pods…you name it. But far less time is spent examining what happened during the run up to that momentous day. Join Joe as he discusses the accounts of numerous Allied veterans…those of the UK and Canada, and the US, to include the 1st, 4th, and 29th Divisons, along with the 82nd and 101st Airborne. He’ll share their experiences, told in their own words, about how they felt and what they did to prepare themselves for the “Day of Days.” If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastYou can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what the connection might be between World War II and your hometown? Join Joe as he looks at his hometown of Fredericksburg’s role during the war and how it served as a training ground for operative trainees of the fledgling Office of Strategic Services. How did the OSS Chief, Bill Donovan’s operational philosophy shape the organization? Where did the operatives train and who were the trainers? Check in to find out all about it!  If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe as he revisits EP21 in light of new information provided by the daughter of Bob Cahoon, a C/502 veteran of the fighting in and around Ravenoville on D-Day. He also discusses his personal correspondence and time spent with A Company, 506th PIR veterans, related to Ravenoville. In addition, Joe looks back at a recent trip to Wilmington, North Carolina, and a couple of World War II touchpoints related to the city. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastYou can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.Support the show

Send us Fan MailTwo brothers from Wisconsin, separated by geography and service. William and Anthony Hitztaler would meet once before D-Day and never see each other again. Join Adam Berry and I as we discuss what happened with each brother on D-Day and how fate destined that they would end up so close to each other, but it would end with tragic consequences for one of them. You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you're interested in picking up copies of Adam's excellent books, you can find them here: https://www.agrberry.co.uk/booksSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail“2-F’23” as the Fox Company veterans used to describe themselves, fought at Roi-Namur, Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima. Join Steven McCloud and I as we discuss the formation of the Company, and trace its actions during World War II, including its capstone performance on Iwo. Learn about the unique individuals who, ‘manned the rails’ during this time, many of which formed the backbone of the Company’s leadership cadre. Over the course of the war, Fox experienced changes in tactics, equipment and strategy. We also discussed how they adapted to all the change and used it to propel them to victory. While Fox was much like any Marine rifle company during the war, they were still unique in their own way. Check out EP32 to find out how. Semper Fidelis!  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you’d like to pick up a copy of Black Dragon, you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Dragon-Experience-Williams-Ford-University/dp/1648430171/ If you’re interested in taking a tour with Steve, you can check out his tour offerings at: https://www.tridentleadership.com/ As mentioned in the episode, you can find more information about the National Museum of the Pacific War at the following link: https://www.pacificwarmuseum.org/  Support the show

Send us Fan MailDuring Operation Villain, the 2nd Battalion, 509th PIR conducted the first combat parachute assault in the history of the U.S. Army in Algeria, as part of a larger action of Operation Torch. But the lead up to their jump was fraught with poor planning, a rush to deploy, and was followed up by a series of almost too-crazy-to-believe events after they made their jump. In this episode we'll examine all of it, plus a look at some unique personalities that were part of the process that led to their deployment, plus the fall out from that combat action. Enjoy!You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailTwo of the most under-reported units to take part in the D-Day assaults on Omaha and Utah Beaches were the Navy Combat Demolition Units and the Gap Assault Teams. Join Dev Ramsamy and I as we discuss the weapons & equipment, composition & performance of, and, most importantly, the men that comprised these units. While the infantry units get the lion's share of the attention and glory (with good reason), success on D-Day would have been much more difficult to attain without the amazing performance of these specialized units. We hope you'll enjoy this show as much as we did! You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like to touch base with Dev to find out more about his research into these amazing units, you can find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/devaraj.ramsamy, and on Instagram: @beardoffinance Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe've all seen the Capa D-Day photos. They appear like locusts every time there's an anniversary of that momentous day. They capture and hold our attention because of what we think they represent. But did you ever wonder about the circumstances in which they were taken? I mean the actual circumstances, not the ones we self-generate. Join Chuck Herrick and I was we deep dive the mythology behind Robert Capa and his D-Day photos and attempt to unravel the myth from the reality. You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you're interested in purchasing a copy of Back Into Focus, you can do so here: https://www.charlesherrickbooks.com/If you'd like to read up on Chuck's work, you can find his blog here: https://www.charlesherrickbooks.com/blog-1-1  And if you'd like to read up on some of his early research into Capa and the famous photos, you can do so here: https://www.nearbycafe.com/artandphoto/photocritic/2015/09/20/guest-post-20-charles-herrick-on-capas-d-day-c/ Support the show

Send us Fan MailDespite the swift reaction of the US Army to the German attacks during the Battle of the Bulge, some German units made good headway towards their objectives. The Das Reich Division was one of those divisions. Join me as I sit down with Bulge historian and tour guide Bob Konings to examine how units of the US 3rd Armored Division, 75th Infantry Division, and the 82nd Airborne Division finally ground down the Das Reich in and around the Belgian villages of Manhay and Grandmenil. We even spend some time discussing the fight at Baraque de Fraiture (aka Parker's Crossroads) which set the stage for the fighting in two villages.  You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe 1st Ranger Battalion is one of the most storied units in the US Army, and it had its roots in World War II. From the stand up of "The Originals" to its training with the British Commandos, the Rangers were destined to be the spearhead of actions throughout the war. But how did it all start? Who were the key players? And how were they first blooded? This episode aims at answering those questions. You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJust a cracking episode. Two hours of all things Operation Pegasus (and a bunch of stuff that isn't!)...just a tour-de-force...everything you ever wanted to know about the rescue of the Red Devils that was featured in Band of Brothers Episode 5 "Crossroads," all in one place. It was more complex than shown in the miniseries. So many moving pieces, and so many times it could have gone pear-shaped. But through dedication and perseverance, the Allies made it work. This episode looks at this amazing rescue from every possible angle and goes over the roles of all the key participants right up to, and through the rescue and its aftermath.  Join us to find out all of it! You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastFor those of you interested in learning more from Jo and Edwin, or booking a tour with them, you can reach them through their websites: Jo Hook: https://johookmilitaryhistorian.co.uk/Edwin Popken: https://battlefielddiscovery.nl/?lang=enAnd if you're interested in booking a tour with Joe Muccia, you can find information about his tours here: https://ssgtmooch.wixsite.com/joe-muccia/battlefield-toursSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe first US GIs landed in the UK on January 26, 1942. Join Joe as he looks into the arrival of those troops, their acclimation to being stationed on the British islands, how Allied strategy influenced their deployment, and the enduring legacy of the "special relationship" between the US and the UK. You can check us out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@WereNotLostPrivatePodcastIf you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share!You can listen to us on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a host of other podcatchers.If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: https://patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailD-Day morning...so many violent clashes between groups of US paratroopers and German defenders. Holdy was no different. Join me for a deep dive on the fighting in and around the small Norman hamlet. Possessing an artillery battery not unlike Brecourt, the fighting between elements of the 502nd and 506th Parachute Infantry and German troops manning the Holdy position on D-Day was brutal and bloody. If you'd like to become a Patreon supporter of The "We're Not Lost, Private" Podcast, check us out here: patreon.com/WereNotLostPrivatePodcast Thanks for checking us out. If you like the pod, please hit like, subscribe and share! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe as he provides a field report from his Ardennes battlefield tour during the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. Support the show

Send us Fan MailThere's a lot of misinformation out there as to what Herbert Sobel did on D-Day. Join Joe as he debunks the myths! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin me as I answer a slew of viewer/listener questions about several members of Easy Company. Nothing was off the table. Portrayal in Band, peculiarities, actions during the war, and legacies. I try and cover it all. I hope you check it out, and hopefully learn something new about these men. Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn D-Day, Ravenoville was the nexus point of activity for several units of the 101st Airborne Division. Join Joe as he examines the D-Day drop in the area and what happened to all the units that fought there. Support the show

Send us Fan MailTune in to hear from the grandson of the legendary medic of Easy Company, Doc Roe! Joe and Chris talk about his involvement with the Band of Brothers over the years, and his efforts to educate the younger generations on the service and sacrifice of our WWII veterans. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoe reveals the contents of several boxes of material sent to him by Band of Brothers Executive Producer and Lead Writer Erik Jendresen. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoe examines the link-ups between the "Furious" 4th Infantry Division and the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions on D-Day. Assault landing echelons, resistance nests, strong points, causeways, and the push inland to locate the paratroopers. The 4th advanced off the beach fairly rapidly and made contact...but where are those small unit accounts of those link-ups? Hopefully this episode will help shed some light on them... Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe as he reviews Band of Brothers Episode 5 "Crossroads" in honor of the 80th Anniversary of Operation Market-Garden. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe and Edwin Popken as they discuss Black Friday, 22 September 1944, during Operation Market-Garden. What happened and how did it effect the rest of the operation? Check in to find out!Support the show