Pete is exploring the Second World War battlefields of Normandy and has realised that some of the most fascinating historic discoveries are made between your intended destinations. In this special episode he describes lonely memorials, unexpected historic sites and memorable military graves that he has discovered as he journeys along. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter SmithProducer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: <a href="https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks</a> Support the show with a one-off donation: <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/6242463bd0bc540012a08df3/episodes/www.buymeacoffee.com/battlewalks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.buymeacoffee.com/battlewalks</a> Follow us on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/battlewalks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@BattleWalks</a> and Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Battle.Walks/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@Battle.Walks</a> For more great history content, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.livinghistorytv.com%2C/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.LivingHistoryTV.com,</a>&nbsp;or subscribe to our YouTube channel at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

BattleWalk 58: The Somme - Serre

Historians Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith explore the great battlefields of Europe, from ancient times to the Second World War. Join them as they bring the history of the battlefields to life, through exploring the ground and reliving the experience in the words of the people who were there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.