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Train to Nowhere is a war memoir seen through the sardonic eyes of Anita Leslie, a funny and vivacious young woman who reports on her experiences with a dry humour, finding the absurd alongside the tragic. Daughter of a baronet and first cousin once removed of Winston Churchill, she joined the Mechanised Transport Corps as a fully trained mechanic and ambulance driver during WWII, serving in Libya, Syria, Palestine, Italy, France and Germany.

The tragic life and enduring legacy of Toronto's crack-smoking mayor.

In Paris, January 1943, 230 French women resisters were rounded up and sent on a train to Auschwitz - the only train, in the four years of the German occupation, to take women of the resistance to a death camp. The youngest was a schoolgirl of 15, the eldest a farmer’s wife of 68; there were among them teachers, biochemists, sales girls, secretaries, housewives and university lecturers. The women turned to one another, finding solace and strength in friendship and shared experience.

An in-depth series of chapters devoted to the use of our memory system; as the title suggests, how to develop our memory system, how to train it to improve it, and how to make the best use of it in our everyday lives, and to improve our positions in life. This is not intended to be a series of chapters to impress friends and colleagues, nor to play 'tricks' on others, rather it is for the betterment of individuals in whatever walk of life in which they may be involved by training and using their memory toward that end. (Summary by Roger Melin)

The dark COMEDY podcast about everything mysterious. From unsolved history & true crime to folklore & the supernatural, nothing is off the table. Listener discretion is always advised. All aboard!

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Un podcast di storia contemporanea e delle relazioni internazionali, che ripercorre le principali crisi internazionali, dall'Ottocento a oggi, approfondendone contesto, dinamiche e conseguenze. (Powered by Jellypod)

True Stories of Crime from the District Attorney’s Office by Arthur Cheney Train. "True Stories of Crime: From the District Attorney’s Office" by Arthur Train is a compelling collection of real-life criminal cases from the early 1900s, offering a fascinating glimpse into the legal system. The book features eleven stories based on actual cases handled by the District Attorney's office in New York City. These narratives delve into the complexities of crime, justice, and the legal proceedings of the time, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by ...

The original recounting of the events from Sir Francis Drake himself. Listen to Drake's piratical raid on the Spanish Main and the various battle and adventures therein.

Fifty years ago, Gladys Knight and the Pips unveiled their masterpiece -- Midnight Train to Georgia. This documentary podcast take you behind the scenes where the music makers themselves tell you the remarkable back story of this iconic pop record -- including the struggles and setbacks that derailed the recording sessions, as well as the long, challenging journey Gladys and the Pips endured before they finally arrived at their defining moment.Credits: Ian T. Shearn: creator, writer, executive producer.Robin Garb: narrator, music supervisor, editor.Vince DiCola & Kenny Meriedeth: underscore...

Dive into the enchanting world of trains with this delightful childrens book that celebrates the thrilling steam engines that once crisscrossed our nation in the early 1900s. Experience the adventure of riding these magnificent machines, learn what it was like to work on the rails, and discover the fascinating tasks involved in keeping the trains running smoothly—from repairing tracks to fixing hot boxes. Perfect for young readers and train enthusiasts alike, this captivating story unravels the meaning of terms like high balling and highlights the essential roles of a brakeman and engineer. ...

Host Ava Grey reconstructs the daring Hudson train heist through surviving records, examining the meticulous planning, the six-minute robbery itself, and the relentless manhunt that followed. Each episode uncovers a different dimension of this forgotten rail crime, bringing archival evidence to life with compelling historical detective work. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

Trevor Train Station is a history podcast hosted by Trevor Shelley that takes listeners on a journey through the world of railroads, locomotives, and the stories that shaped train history. Each episode is like a stop on the line, exploring famous trains, historic railroads, steam engines, disasters, war trains, and the people who built the railways that changed the world.

Through a lyrical narrative of her journey to Tibet in 2007, activist Canyon Sam contemplates modern history from the perspective of Tibetan women. Traveling on China's new "Sky Train", she celebrates Tibetan New Year with the Lhasa family whom she'd befriended decades earlier and concludes an oral-history project with women elders.

"Trains LIVE" explores railroad history, engineering marvels, iconic locomotives, tales from engine houses, and the evocative art inspired by the railroad world. From the tales from those who work on the rails, to insights from railroad historians, and the mesmerizing world of railroad art, "Trains LIVE" is a must-listen for history buffs, train enthusiasts, and everyone in-between.

Two brothers reunite in an attempt to escape the responsibilities of adulting by talking about what they love

The tragic story of the 1996 Alberton, Montana, train crash and the largest release of chlorine gas in US railroad history. One train rider is killed, while hundreds are acutely injured. Many will suffer chronic symptoms for years to come, and seek justice for their toxic exposure.

This is the stuff they never taught us in history class.Ever wonder why famous historical figures like Aaron Burr, George McClellan, Douglas MacArthur, Cato the Younger, Julius Caesar, and many others fell from the great heights to which they had ascended to end up in death or disgrace?History's Trainwrecks explores the self-destructive tendencies of historical figures who lose everything even when the prize of a lifetime is in reach, often costing them a treasured place in history.History is full of trainwrecks, and we can’t look away.Support the show with a one-time gift! or Help keep ...