Forgotten Wars

By: James Barton
  • Summary

  • Forgotten Wars covers the conflicts overlooked in popular history. Journey to World War One in East Africa with an undefeated German General, trek across Siberia during the Russian Revolution with a lost Czech legion, watch as Britain bombards Chinese forts in service to the Opium trade, and find out if a war actually started because of a football result.


    Expect bravery, incompetence, fascinating figures and incredible drama.


    By James Barton, proud History Nerd

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Episodes
  • The First Italo-Ethiopian War - The Road to Adowa
    Apr 19 2025
    Its 1896 and Italy is determined to build a new Roman Empire at the expense of the ancient kingdom of Ethiopia. The scene is set for an epic contest that will change both nations forever.

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    48 mins
  • The First Opium War Part 4 - Roaring Lion, Falling Dragon
    Apr 4 2025
    The First Opium War enters its final stages as the British fight their way towards Nanking. Join me for a tale of attack monkeys, corruption on an epic scale and a good candidate for the worst general in Chinese history.

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    35 mins
  • The First Opium War Part 3 - The Battle for Canton
    Mar 27 2025
    Imperial forces launch a huge surprise attack on British forces as the sides battle for Canton. Out of this inferno a Chinese legend will born and British views will harden as they decide to strike at the very heart of the Middle Kingdom

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    33 mins
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