The Mesopotamian Campaign: Rivers of War and the Royal Navy's Vital Role in WWI
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The Mesopotamian Campaign: Rivers of War and the Royal Navy's Vital Role in WWI
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In this episode of the US Navy History Podcast, Dale and Christophe explore the often overlooked but pivotal Mesopotamian Campaign of World War I. They delve into the British and Indian forces' struggles and triumphs deep in modern-day Iraq, emphasizing the crucial role of the Royal Navy's river gunboats. The discussion covers the initial landings at the Chatal Arab, the disastrous siege of KT, and the strategic push towards Baghdad under General Maude's disciplined command. Listeners will learn how the campaign's logistics and naval operations on the Tigris and Euphrates rivers were essential to British success, ultimately shaping the modern Middle East. The episode concludes with a solemn remembrance of Private First Class Dennis Lee Zazu and an invitation for listener interaction.