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Hardtack

Hardtack

By: Mike Ware
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 Here at Hardtack, I hope to increase your knowledge of Military History through open exploration and analysis of history’s armed forces, their conduct of war, leadership theory, and other topics integral to the field. Listeners are encouraged not only to consider the topics discussed, but to expand upon the material presented and contribute to the discussions through our socials. Thank you for tuning in, giving your support, and contributing your interests to the field of military history. See you in the trenches. https://linktr.ee/hardtackpodMike Ware World
Episodes
  • 40. Pacific War Atrocities with Quin Cho

    40. Pacific War Atrocities with Quin Cho
    Sep 10 2025

    In this episode of Hardtack, I discuss the atrocities of the Pacific War with guest Quin Cho, an archivist at Pacific Atrocities Education. We explore the historical context of the Pacific War, the significance of the Burma Campaign, and the radicalization of the Kwantung Army. Quin shares insights from his research and writing process, including his upcoming book on the Kwantung Army, and discusses the mission of Pacific Atrocities Education in raising awareness about these historical events. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the complexities of military history and its lasting impact on international relations today.


    Sources:


    PAE Homepage - https://www.pacificatrocities.org/


    Quin Cho’s Competing Empires in Burma - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091KR4TYC
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 39. From the Island to the Cape Part II with Jeff Ballard

    39. From the Island to the Cape Part II with Jeff Ballard
    Apr 23 2025

    Return with us this week as Jeff Ballard and I continue our journey in the Pacific Theater of World War II during 1942 and '43 . Here, Jeff and I look into the new naval tactics designed by Admiral Burke and explore the technological difficulties of American Naval firepower early in the war. Lastly, Jeff provides us with an overview of the important role of the Destroyer.


    Jeff Ballard holds a Master’s in Military History with a concentration in World War II. He is on the editorial staff of the Saber and Scroll Military History Journal and is the Editor in Chief of the Military History Chronicles military history journal.

    ⁠Jeff Ballard⁠

    ⁠Military History Chronicles⁠

    ⁠The Saber and Scroll
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    42 mins
  • 38. From the Island to the Cape Part I with Jeff Ballard

    38. From the Island to the Cape Part I with Jeff Ballard
    Apr 16 2025

    Visit the Pacific Theater of World War II during 1942 and '43 with Military Historian Jeff Ballard. Here, Jeff and I delve deep into an operational overview of the Pacific Theater, the Japanese response to American initiative after Midway, failures and successes in naval leadership, and new doctrine.

    Jeff Ballard holds a Master’s in Military History with a concentration in World War II. He is on the editorial staff of the Saber and Scroll Military History Journal and is the Editor in Chief of the Military History Chronicles military history journal.

    Jeff Ballard

    Military History Chronicles

    The Saber and Scroll
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    46 mins
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