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In May 1916, the Italian authorities requested an independent observer from Great Britain to visit their front lines and share insights during a critical moment in the war. Faced with a setback in the Trentino due to a sudden Austrian concentration bolstered by heavy artillery, I was honored to undertake this mission. To ensure a thorough comparison, I requested to visit the British lines first, a request graciously granted by the War Office. I was also fortunate enough to receive permission to explore the French front. At this pivotal time in the conflict, I had the unique opportunity to ...

The Valley of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Receiving a mysterious cypher message from a Fred Porlock, apparent agent of the infamous Professor Moriarty, Holmes and Watson set about deciphering the message, taking them into the mysterious murder of John Douglas. The connection between the murder and the message from Porlock creates the basis for this new Sherlock mystery, the last novel written by Doyle featuring the famous detective.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-valley-of-fear-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle--6728367/support.

Dive into the captivating world of piracy with Buccaneers, a thrilling non-fiction narrative that explores the origins and evolution of piracy in the Caribbean, sparked by the ravages of Spanish colonialism. Written with a flair for the dramatic by the acclaimed author of The Lady or the Tiger?, this engaging history brings the era to life. For those who love to read along, an online facsimile version of Buccaneers & Pirates is available, featuring an antique Caribbean map that serves as a fascinating reference for exploring the names of islands, ports, hideouts, and the legends of buried ...

Miss Mary Morstan has been receiving pearls and she knows not why or from whom. Now she receives something else: a letter that promises to reveal the mystery and to "right the wrongs" against her. "If you distrust me," continued the correspondent, "bring two friends." She brings Sherlock Holmes and Watson.