#  @thisishistoryundone History Undone History Undone posts on YouTube about history, battle of, battle, britain the most. 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The encounter that effectively ended the Russo-Japanese war of 1904-1905 it was a catastrophic defeat for Russia and Tsar Nicholas II. Victory saw a changing of the guard on the seas in the Far East meaning Japan was now the dominant naval power - the ripples of that of course lingered long after the beginning of the 20th century." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EB_rSJ6e-yQ) 2026-02-06T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 58K engagements "What If Germany WON The Battle Of Kursk James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare: the Battle of Kursk. It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory here have changed the outcome of the war and history itself Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ItB93FVncGE) 2024-10-29T11:06Z 70.4K followers, [----] engagements "What if America had never joined WWI The 20th Century as we know it does NOT happen This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most profound what ifs of 20th century history - the decision by the US to enter the First World War in [----]. Without the nation's involvement does Germany rule much of Eastern Europe do you still see the rise of the Nazis and are the US and UK allies today This is History Undone." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A2JmqZVM8rs) 2025-08-07T21:09Z 70.5K followers, 78.1K engagements "What If The Gunpowder Plot Had Succeeded 'This is the 9/11 of The 17th Century.' History Undone's brand new host Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Anna Whitelock to discuss one of the most mythologised events in British history: The Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes' name has become the stuff of legend yet he was just part of a group of [--] conspirators who in [----] planted [--] barrels of gunpowder beneath Parliament with the goal of assassinating King James I and everyone else in there that day. Of course the plot failed and those in Britain still 'remember remember" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GDvS03_zNa4) 2025-10-28T20:51Z 70.5K followers, 49.1K engagements "What if The Nazi Invasion of Norway Had Failed No Blitzkrieg & Churchill May Not Rise to Power James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the more forgotten campaigns of the early Second World War: Norway. Yet while it might seem inconsequential in the long run this period between Spring and Summer of [----] helped set the tone for the next few years of the entire conflict. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Qs5l8wdHfRs) 2025-01-31T18:30Z 70.5K followers, 80.3K engagements "What If The US Had LOST The Battle Of The Coral Sea The Entire Pacific War Changes Drachinifel This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most oft-overlooked engagements of the Second World War: the Battle of the Coral Sea. It was the world's first carrier-to-carrier battle with no ships actually catching sight of each other across the four day conflict. While the Battle of Midway that followed has gone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UM3WIOM8siI) 2025-07-24T00:26Z 70.5K followers, 109.8K engagements "What if Blitzkrieg FAILED Hitler Is Overthrown & Soviets Push Through Europe History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson from the Tank Museum to discuss the controversial term Blitzkrieg. While it wasn't necessarily invented by Nazi Germany it's association with their warfare in the Second World War is undoubted. Yet what if this 'lightning war' strategy didn't work and they were unable to overwhelm six countries in a matter of months between [----] - [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_2bhB6xp-bE) 2024-11-01T17:45Z 70.5K followers, 65.2K engagements "The Christmas Truce of [----] What If World War I Really Had Ended By Christmas James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most enduring yet heavily mythologised stories of military history. It is of course the Christmas truce. Yet among the myth busting they ask a separate question: what if the war had been over by Christmas as many thought in [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #ww1 #christmas #christmastruce #history History Undone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0e0n3phZnms) 2024-12-23T12:20Z 70.5K followers, 35.8K engagements "What If The Allies Had Broken Apart In WW2 Totalitarian Rule Dominates Europe James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Britain the United States and the Soviet Union were divided by culture and ideology but united against a common enemy in Nazi Germany. Tim Bouverie joins the show to discuss the themes explored in his new book 'Allies at War: The Politics of Defeating Hitler' which is out now. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9vXpOYbDT-I) 2025-05-01T22:36Z 70.5K followers, 71.1K engagements "If Allies Win Market Garden. Nazis Win The Bulge History Undone On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Tune in to find out Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l1UgMEMcbNA) 2024-09-13T16:30Z 69.5K followers, 82.3K engagements "If The British Lost At Trafalgar Waterloo Never Happens & America Is Not a Global Power It's the 21st of October [----] Napoleon Bonaparte and his first French Empire are on a path to military domination in mainland Europe. Later that year he'll enjoy one of his greatest victories in the Battle of Austerlitz as he looks to rule the entire continent. Yet he also faces another enemy away from the east and across the English Channel in Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uTOkiiFM0Uw) 2024-07-05T16:30Z 69.5K followers, 46.9K engagements "Operation Unthinkable: Would It Have Caused World War [--] Churchills Secret Plan To Defeat Stalin On this episode of History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Jonathan Walker author of Operation Unthinkable: The Third World War. They discuss this daring controversial and top secret plan by Winston Churchill to attack the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War. Of course the plan was never put into action and perhaps was never intended to be. Yet what if the allies had implemented Operation Unthinkable and attacked Stalin head on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c3XyO6yFwHY) 2025-02-21T15:04Z 70.5K followers, 113.9K engagements "What if Germany DID NOT declare war on the US in [----] The atomic bomb is dropped on Berlin This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Klaus Schmider to discuss the monumental decision that has been debated by historians for decades: Adolf Hitler's declaration of war against the US after Pearl Harbour. Was it a necessary action that he needed to take or a devastating mistake which cost Germany the war It is undoubtedly one that had he not made the Second" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i60FvcxyQuk) 2025-08-20T20:30Z 70.5K followers, 163.1K engagements "What if the Dunkirk Evacuation had FAILED Do British Forces Ever Return to Europe This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historical consultant on Christopher Nolan's [----] movie 'Dunkirk' Joshua Levine to describe the miraculous evacuation of British and French troops in [----]. In what was actually a crushing military defeat the highly unusual plan was carried out with an extraordinary level of success and contributed to Britain's decision to fight" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rB-5dHGnOW8) 2025-08-28T15:44Z 70.5K followers, 73.2K engagements "WW2 Wouldn't End Until [----] - What If D-Day Had Failed History Undone The sixth of June [----] D-Day [--] years on is still the largest amphibious invasion of all time. It's a date that evokes emotion and national pride in equal measure and it not only changed the Second World War but history itself. Yet what if the operation hadn't been a success Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson the show where we take an alternative look at the events which have shaped our world. Each episode will focus on a different battle from throughout history but using modern military analysis we'll ask how" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wdXLHBykGOk) 2024-06-07T16:30Z 70.4K followers, 279.5K engagements "What If Germany WON The Battle Of Kursk D-Day Would NOT Happen James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare: the Battle of Kursk. It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory here have changed the outcome of the war and history itself Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3_AjRDYIvLg) 2024-10-11T16:00Z 70K followers, 190.9K engagements "What If Hitler Had Never Broken The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact A New Cold War Would Erupt For this episode of History Undone James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Roger Moorhouse to discuss one of the most significant moments at the beginning of the Second World War. Despite their huge differences and animosity in August [----] Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty otherwise known as the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Yet with Operation Barbarossa and the invasion of the Soviet Union in [----] Hitler betrayed that trust. Yet what if he hadn't and what if it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4s2G9Doz9XI) 2025-03-11T23:55Z 70.5K followers, 99.7K engagements "What if Germany had taken Moscow in WWII Stalin would have met with an accident History Undone On today's History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of Adolf Hitler's most critical decisions of the Second World War. During the early days of Operation Barbarossa he made an order for army groups to split north and south rather than push on and head straight for Moscow seeing the capital as a secondary objective. By the time mere months later the Nazis' diverted their attentions back here it was already too late. So what if they had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AnxCaw2oaCo) 2026-01-09T16:15Z 70.5K followers, 86.1K engagements "What If Japan Never Attacked Pearl Harbor How World War Two Would Have Changed Completely December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oVqSgmaEHU4) 2024-07-26T16:30Z 69.7K followers, 345.4K engagements "What if Germany had won the WWI U-boat campaign The whole world order changes On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most overlooked arenas of the First World War: the Atlantic theatre. Often called the 'first battle of the Atlantic' the German U-boat campaign seriously threatened to starve Britain out of the war yet only brief periods of unrestricted submarine warfare in [----] and [----] meant this did not come to pass. Had it happened could we be looking at an entire new world order in the 20th Century" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=szeBRdnJHiE) 2026-01-19T17:50Z 70.5K followers, 47.2K engagements "What If Stauffenbergs Bomb Had Killed Hitler How Operation Valkyrie Could Have Ended Nazi Regime On July [--] [----] Claus von Stauffenberg led one of World War IIs most daring resistance plots: assassinate Adolf Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime. But what if the bomb had worked What if the coup had succeeded and the resistance had taken control of Germany Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry and historian Nigel Jones as they uncover the bold plan that could have changed the course of history forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qyuCkSui0s) 2025-01-10T10:17Z 70.5K followers, 216.1K engagements "5 Biggest Myths About Hitler Debunked - "He Was NOT Jewish" In episode [--] of History Undone: Myth-busting James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss myths around one of the most famous historical figures of all time Adolf Hitler. James and Chris ask where the myth of his Jewish heritage originate whether he really did escape his bunker and flee to South America and if the rumours about his anatomy were true. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=glweFg9EUJc) 2024-08-06T16:30Z 70.4K followers, 140.4K engagements "What If Britain Had Never Entered WWI And Why It Shouldnt Have History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss a much debated historical sliding doors moment: Britain's decision to enter the First World War. Was it the right one or would Britain and her Empire have been better off focusing on its own concerns Those are questions for our experts as they examine the alternate timeline had Britain not have made this critical decision in August [----]. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t4ENsxwZ3HQ) 2025-02-28T16:51Z 70.5K followers, 205.1K engagements "What if Britain had made peace with Germany in [----] "A DISASTER for the world" This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss what could have happened had Britain sued for peace with Nazi Germany after the disastrous fall of France in May [----]. There were some in Britain who were certainly keen on the idea but the appointment of Winston Churchill not Lord Halifax as prime minister was just one reason that assured this alternate timeline" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xXlW8wT0vA4) 2025-08-13T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 97.8K engagements "Operation Downfall: What If The US NEVER Dropped The Atomic Bomb & Invaded Japan History Undone James Hanson is once again joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall this time to discuss military campaign that never happened. Operation Downfall was the ambitious allied plan to invade Japan at the end of WW2 yet this was never put into action because of the atomic bomb. Yet what if the bomb wasn't available The end of the war and the rest of the 20th century would have looked very different indeed. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-lobvdjR7x8) 2024-12-06T17:00Z 66.5K followers, 231.5K engagements "What if The Germans had Escaped from Stalingrad History Undone Its the 24th of December [----] Christmas Eve. In the depths of the ruins of Stalingrad all German hope of rescue has been extinguished. On this special Christmas edition of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the horrors of the encirclement or the 'kessel' at Stalingrad. German troops found themselves trapped within four days but Adolf Hitler ordered them to stay put. Thousands died due to starvation and freezing temperatures so in late December Operation Winter Storm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-mreOza1--4) 2025-12-18T23:37Z 70.5K followers, 102.3K engagements "What if The Ottomans had WON The Great Siege of Malta No Battle of Lepanto or New Holy League This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Marcus Bull to discuss one of the most famous and mythologised battles of the 16th century period: The Great Siege of Malta in [----]. It was a fierce battle between empires faiths and ideals as the greatly outnumbered Christian Knights Hospitaller which had been headquartered on the island for [--] years held out" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=29Y7f7h7jSY) 2025-09-03T17:07Z 70.5K followers, 20.9K engagements "UK migration & asylum plans are very similar to 1950s Germany On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind about the 1950s policy in West Germany of Gastarbeiter or 'guest workers' that helped the nation rebuild as an economic power after the war. He says the UK Government's new migration plans announced this week bare some resemblance to that previous idea. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5C_CqmKlv9g) 2025-11-18T17:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Japan had Successfully Invaded India in WW2 A geopolitical disaster On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall discuss one of the most overlooked campaigns of the Second World War: Burma and the South East Asian theatre. Japan occupied the nation from [----] until [----] and despite pushing on for a failed invasion of India in [----] there was an opportunity two years earlier that Japan did not take. So what if Imperial Japan had pushed on and successfully invaded the jewel in the crown of the British Empire This is History Undone." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6d5RFO079-M) 2025-12-08T15:40Z 70.5K followers, 57.8K engagements "Top TEN Greatest Military Leaders In History RANKED Here is our countdown of the top [--] greatest military generals of all time. From innovative strategies to battlefield prowess these generals represent the pinnacle of military leadership. History Undones James Hanson explores the brilliant minds that have shaped history and redefined the art of war. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8DYroWEExjY) 2024-10-23T13:49Z 64.9K followers, [---] engagements "Top [--] Greatest Military Leaders In History Ranked From innovative strategies to battlefield prowess these generals represent the pinnacle of military leadership. History Undones James Hanson explores the brilliant minds that have shaped history and redefined the art of war. Get ready to dive deep into the stories the tactics and the lasting impact of the worlds most legendary commanders. Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] greatest military generals of all time Remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CgpbMdQu_DY) 2024-09-04T16:00Z 69.2K followers, [----] engagements "What if the Tet Offensive Never Happened North Vietnam Stays Communist & China Fails as Superpower On this episode of History Undone James is joined by the Professor of History at Georgia Southern University Bill Allison and the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the Tet Offensive. It was one of the most consequential moments of the Vietnam War but despite a tactical victory for the south it was a damaging political defeat for the U.S. 00:00 Intro 01:34 The Vietnam War in [----] 08:52 Tet Offensive Explained 21:11 What if Tet had succeeded 25:17 What if the South" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HN4JguPIFHQ) 2024-08-16T16:30Z 66.5K followers, 29.3K engagements "He was a horrible man Andrew is not the first Royal to be exiled in history On today's edition of If Only We'd Known historian AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind what Andrew can learn from history on members of the Royal Family to be placed into virtual exile. Andrew is by no means the first with one during Queen Victoria's reign particular noteworthy. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HTiV2nlU_G8) 2025-11-04T15:00Z 70.5K followers, 29.4K engagements "What if The Russian Revolution Failed The Most Significant Event in Modern History Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Anna Reid to discuss arguably one of the most consequential what ifs of the 20th Century and beyond: the October Revolution in [----] and subsequent Russian Civil War. It not only ended centuries of tsarist rule and pulled Russia out of the First World War but led to the creation of the Soviet Union and its most famous figures. Without the Bolshevik victory would we still have World War [--] the Cold War the space race or the rise of Putin This is History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LFFkDDmEEpQ) 2025-11-26T01:55Z 70.5K followers, 43.8K engagements "Gunboat diplomacy What Britains new Foreign Secretary can learn from history AN Wilson New to the Times Radio History YouTube channel presenter Hugo Rifkind's weekly segment 'If Only We'd Known' with historian AN Wilson takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today it's the appointment of a new Foreign Secretary to the British Government. #history #labour #foreignsecretary History Undone history undone HistoryUndone historyundone history historical fiction World War [--] World War [--] WW2 WW1 hitler churchill james hanson James Hanson somme d" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S7gZ2nTlEnU) 2025-09-09T15:52Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Antisemitism is woven through history Bianca Nobilo on new show 'History Uncensored' Bianca Nobilo host of the new YouTube channel 'History Uncensored' joined Times Radio to discuss what's coming up on her show and how she wants to approach historical events in the context of what is happening today. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SAtuDHgMhcU) 2025-12-17T14:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "All British Tanks Were JUNK German Tiger [--] NOT The Most Feared WW2 Tank Myths Debunked James Hanson is joined by historian & researcher at the Tank Museum Chris Copson to debunk [--] myths about WWII tanks. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. #tanks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TnfVsXG8LeM) 2024-08-13T16:45Z 65.6K followers, 465.5K engagements "Unknown Warriors Over half a million WW1 British troops have no known grave John Nichol Former RAF Officer and author of 'The Unknown Warrior' John Nichol tells Hugo Rifkind why he was inspired to write the book after seeing the famous grave in Westminster Abbey. Ahead of Armistice Day he says it is more important than ever to remember those troops who have given their lives. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_7en4oo_D5I) 2025-11-10T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Malta Had Fallen in WW2 Soviets Push into Europe & Nazis Rule North Africa This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Niall Barr to discuss one of the most overlooked but brutal campaigns of the Second World War: The Siege of Malta. Between [----] and [----] the tiny Mediterranean island came under a relentless siege from the Axis and was the most bombed place on Earth. It still holds the record for longest period of sustained bombing ever:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bc7WB4EPZD8) 2025-07-18T11:48Z 70.5K followers, 47.9K engagements "What if France had Won The Battle of Agincourt History Undone with Drachinifel It's the 25th of October [----] St Crispin's Day and a small stretch of land in northern France is about to have its name etched into legend. The Battle of Agincourt was a monumental and historic victory for the English over the French who despite being heavily outnumbered came out on top. Yet a battle that took place over the course of just one day could have altered the course of history. So what if the French had won that day Would England have left the continent and become a maritime power much early What happens" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bnCQSN_sKwM) 2025-12-24T20:05Z 70.5K followers, 48.1K engagements "It was really grim The Inside Story of Hitlers U-Boat Warfare Historian and author Roger Moorhouse joined Times Radio's Hugo Rifkind to discuss his brand new book 'Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War'. Was The Battle of the Atlantic as dangerous to the allies as Churchill feared What were conditions like on board Was everyone on board actually a Nazi Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at history's biggest moments. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d8MJN85rjNg) 2025-10-14T16:05Z 70.5K followers, 10.5K engagements "What If The Normans Had LOST The Battle of Hastings The World Would NOT Speak English Today James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and one of Britain's most renowned Medieval experts Professor Robert Bartlett to discuss why the Battle of Hastings is the most consequential British battle in history. Welcome to Times Radio History and this is History Undone with James Hanson. The show looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eTvmDVlDEEc) 2024-09-27T16:30Z 66.2K followers, 179K engagements "If the Allies LOST The Battle Of Leyte Gulf. The Soviet Union Could INVADE James Hanson is once again joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the WW2 scholar Jonathan Parshall to discuss another battle in the Pacific theatre of war. Leyte Gulf was the largest naval battle of the entire Second World War but how significant was it This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #history #historychannel #ww2 #sovietunion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hKmkNfl8ArI) 2024-11-29T18:00Z 69K followers, 62.7K engagements "The 19th century sex scandal that shook the Royal Family before Prince Andrew & Epstein Historian AN Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind to compare the most recent Prince Andrew revelations with a historical royal scandal. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History Undone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ilMP_yrm2aA) 2025-10-21T16:28Z 70.5K followers, 12.3K engagements "If Germany Won The Battle Of Britain. Nazis Launch Operation Sea Lion & Rule The British Empire On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson as they discuss the Battle of Britain and what would have happened if Germany won. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nalt1Hvcym4) 2024-09-20T16:00Z 69.2K followers, 61.8K engagements "What if Britain had LOST The Falklands War The end of Thatcher & a different Cold War This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad On today's History Undone the team cover the Falklands War in [----] and James Hanson is joined by arguably two of the best placed people on earth to discuss the conflict. Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry served and even fired the first shots in the conflict and Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman wrote the official history of the war. Yet what if Argentina had secured an unlikely victory here" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nsvo-79Xlgc) 2025-08-01T16:00Z 70.5K followers, 83K engagements "Without The Battle of Monte Cassino [----]. Does Operation Overlord Work With James Holland James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian author and broadcaster James Holland to discuss one of the most brutal and attritional battles of the entire Second World War: The Battle of Monte Cassino. Just how important was it and the Italian campaign as a whole This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o1vqprXS2Dc) 2024-10-25T16:00Z 64.7K followers, 95.9K engagements "What if Robert E Lee had fought for the Union He could become President On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr to discuss Robert E Lee's decision to fight for the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Considered the south's finest general Lee was actually offered command of the Union's forces in Virginia by President Abraham Lincoln but he would not fight against his home state that had seceded just a day earlier. So what if he had made that monumental decision and become Lee the Union general instead This is History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rMy4ooI_MGk) 2025-11-14T19:00Z 70.5K followers, 38.8K engagements "The WW2 'nightmare scenario' of Japan & Nazi Germany ruling India & the Middle East From this episode of History Undone that looked at whether Japan could have overthrown India during World War [--] and pushed on even further Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s-Ni845KuKo) 2025-12-17T10:39Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If The Allies Declared War In [----] Over Czechoslovakia WW2 Would NOT HAPPEN As We Know It James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss one of the most important events in the lead up to the Second World War: the Nazi annexation of the Sudetenland and eventual invasion of the entirety of Czechoslovakia. This provocation was met with appeasement by the allies and approved by the signing of the Munich Agreement. Yet what if Britain & France had instead declared war right there and then in [----] Would WW2 as we know it even have happened at all Remember to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tY8-pEwHxn4) 2025-02-14T16:57Z 70.5K followers, 103.2K engagements "WW1 Finishes In [----] How The First Battle Of Ypres Could Have Changed 20th Century History Forever James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to ask what if the First Battle of Ypres in [----] had played out differently. A conflict which began the pattern of trench warfare perhaps it was always going to end in a bloody stalemate yet it's consequences are significant and far reaching. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xTfqL8PRFbk) 2024-10-18T16:00Z 64.8K followers, 52.4K engagements "Theyve got form A brief history of the BBC and its scandals On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' Hugo Rifkind and AN Wilson discuss the ongoing crisis at the BBC amid the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit from President. Yet as the two discuss this is by far the first issue at the public broadcaster throughout history. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ymmYpQVB4rk) 2025-11-11T17:01Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "North Vietnam Stays Communist China Fails As Superpower AND What If Tet Offensive Never Happened Professor of History at Georgia Southern University Bill Allison and the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry discuss the Tet Offensive one of the most consequential moments of the Vietnam War but despite a tactical victory for the south it was a damaging political defeat for the U.S. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-RNDSt_Q-6Y) 2024-10-23T11:37Z 27.1K followers, [--] engagements "WW2 NEVER Happens And Hitler Doesn't Rise To Power - What If The Gallipoli Campaign Succeeded This episode covers the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War with Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson Researcher at the Tank Museum. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1RjvYJNLPU8) 2024-08-30T16:30Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Operation Barbarossa Had Played Out Differently What if Hitler had defeated Russia Author and historian Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian and former professor of international history at the University of Glasgow Evan Mawdsley analyse what happened and what potentially could have happened. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1iq-rT5f5ew) 2024-10-22T13:48Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If El Alamein Had Gone Differently How Was The Battle Won Historian and researcher at the Tank museum Chris Copson along with historian and author Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry discuss the battle and give their expert analysis on what could have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3xzqBu6umyo) 2024-10-22T12:33Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements "Why Failure At The Battle Of Arnhem Was A Great Defeat For The Allies On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=62GJdIRE9c0) 2024-09-17T15:00Z 14.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Battle Of Trafalgar - Was America NOT A Global Power It's the 21st of October [----] Napoleon Bonaparte and his first French Empire are on a path to military domination in mainland Europe. Later that year he'll enjoy one of his greatest victories in the Battle of Austerlitz as he looks to rule the entire continent. Yet he also faces another enemy away from the east and across the English Channel Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both French and Spanish fleets at his" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6ISY2xvH7D8) 2024-10-22T11:23Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "The D-Day Operation Of June [--] [----] - How Close Did It Come To Failing Historian and researcher at The Tank Museum - Chris Copson and former Amphibious Commander - Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry investigate what would have happened if the offensive action at Omaha and other beaches had failed. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=76hU5jr0sdI) 2024-10-22T09:42Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements "He Could NEVER Invade England Napoleon Myths DEBUNKED James speaks to Professor Andrew Lambert to debunk FIVE myths on one of the most infamous and controversial figures from history - Napoleon Bonaparte. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7oPL6ZBixJ8) 2024-10-23T14:46Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Bismarck WAS NOT a Super Ship Warship Myths DEBUNKED with Drachinifel James Hanson is joined by the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss five things people get wrong about warships. How good was Bismarck really Did the Mary Rose sink on her maiden voyage Were the French & Italian navies as bad as people made out in WW2. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndonewithJamesHansonsub_confirmation=1 #timesradio #thetimes #history #historychannel #ww2 #bismarck" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8Hrr7XXZIZU) 2024-10-30T17:30Z 61.3K followers, 372.3K engagements "The Battle of Midway Would Turn The Tide Of The Second World War - But What If It Had Failed In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. Our experts analyse what happened and discuss what potentially would have happened if things would have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9JqPk1FtWEY) 2024-10-22T14:29Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If Japan Could Have Won The War And Defeated America At Midway The Battle of Midway would turn the tide of the Second World War but what if it had failed Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9pGGgXJeXOY) 2024-10-22T11:05Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Did Britain Actually WANT to go to War in WW1 James Hanson is joined by Professor Alexander Watson & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the enduring questions of the First World War. what if Britain hadn't joined the conflict Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9qjtJUz9ezA) 2025-07-10T14:22Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Swords Were NOT Primary Weapons Medieval Warfare Myths Debunked With Weapons Expert Matt Easton James Hanson is joined by the weapons expert antiques dealer and YouTuber Matt Easton to debunk five myths about Medieval Warfare. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Matt Easton of Schola Gladiatoria covers military history from all periods ancient to medieval to Victorian and WW1. @scholagladiatoria #ww2 #ww1 #timesradio #thetimes #history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9qrRmU6XIcI) 2024-11-20T18:00Z 26.8K followers, 23.8K engagements "What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bk0j7DQVdG8) 2024-12-18T12:16Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Bat Bombs And EXPLODING Rats💥: Were These The Craziest Weapons of WWII From bat bombs to exploding rats the creativity (and weirdness) of World War ll brought about some of the strangest weapons ever imagined. Join James Hanson as he journeys into the eccentric side of wartime history with some of the strangest most imaginative weapons ever created. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] Weirdest Weapons of World War ll Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #top10 #war #ww2 #historychannel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Cz02YqchxME) 2024-11-04T16:00Z 24.7K followers, [----] engagements "Hitlers Wonder Weapons Would Germany Have Won WW2 If These Were Ready Sooner James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss the German wunderwaffe or 'wonder weapons'. Hitler's Germany was responsible for some remarkable advances in military engineering from long-range ballistic missiles to the world's first ever jet powered fighter plane. However Nazi ambition far outweighed the country's wartime capacities and many of these weapons were not available until too late on in the war. So what if these had been ready sooner - could it have made a significant" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E4nfJhD_ujk) 2025-04-11T03:56Z 70.5K followers, 80.2K engagements "History's Most Shocking Assassinations RANKED From the shadows of history to moments that shook the world these assassinations didnt just claim lives they changed the very course of nations and history itself. Join James Hanson as he uncovers the deadly events that reshaped history forever. This is our countdown of the top [--] assassinations that changed the world. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Eluv_hAC05Y) 2024-11-25T14:08Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements "What If The South Won The Battle At Gettysburg What if things had been different and this epic clash of the ages had turned out differently James Hanson is joined by historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr Associate Professor of military history at Old Dominion University. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EnZ-xNbZvFE) 2024-10-23T10:08Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "How World War Two Could Have Changed Completely What would the consequences have been if Pearl Harbor wasn't attacked Our experts analyse what actually happened and predict what may have happened if things would have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FHm-EPJMiIE) 2024-10-22T15:34Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Mussolini DID NOT Defeat The Mafia - Italian WW2 Myths DEBUNKED James is joined by historian Keith Lowe - author of 'Naples 1944: War Liberation and Chaos'. They discuss what role did the allies really play in post-war Italy; how tough fighting was across the country; and ask did Mussolini really beat the Mafia Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FJ1uMdqPwtQ) 2024-10-29T09:49Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "How Different Things Might Have Been IF Germany Won The Battle Of Britain Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson join James to discuss the Battle of Britain and what could have happened if Germany won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FOjPqLmbIOc) 2024-10-23T15:06Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If The Battle Of Dunkirk Failed - Would Churchill Have Resigned Military historian and researcher at the Tank Museum Chris Copson and historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry examine the consequences if Arras had never happened Would Dunkirk have failed What would Churchill have done and would Russia have been defeated Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GCL1OoAQqYo) 2024-10-22T10:41Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "How Close Did The 'Big Three' Alliance Come to BREAKING Down James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HRA02UnbL3o) 2025-07-10T14:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Mussolini DID NOT Defeat The Mafia - Italian WW2 Myths Debunked On this episode of Myth-busting James Hanson is joined by the historian Keith Lowe - author of 'Naples 1944: War Liberation and Chaos'. They discuss what role did the allies really play in post-war Italy; how tough was fighting across the country; and did Mussolini really beat the mafia #history #italy #ww2 #mafia #mussolini Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=K3pn_UGxGYA) 2024-10-02T16:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements "What If The Spanish Armada Had Won The US Would Not Exist & The World Would Speak Spanish Today James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of history's most storied naval fleets and failed conquests. The Spanish Armada set sail for England with the hope of invading removing Queen Elizabeth I and reinstating Catholicism. Yet the English were ready - engaging and pursuing them in the Channel. It meant the Spanish were forced to flee into the North Sea and navigate back home via the Northern British and Irish coast. It was disastrous leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KMMmNRazlIs) 2024-12-20T15:47Z 70.5K followers, 76.8K engagements "Operation Desert Storm: What If Saddam Hussein FELL In [----] The Middle East Would Change FOREVER James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and former British Foreign Office diplomat Tim Dowse to discuss one of the most remarkable military operations of modern times: Desert Storm. The Gulf War was a war of firsts: high tech weaponry 24-hour news broadcasting and lightning speed efficiency from the Americans. The ground offensive was over in a matter of [---] hours to liberate Kuwait and decimate Saddam Hussein's Iraqi Army. Yet what if the U.S. had gone even further and removed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=K_Gc3WWEh80) 2025-02-07T17:20Z 70.5K followers, 28.7K engagements "How One Bomb Changed The Course Of The Battle Of Midway & Stopped Japan Invading Hawaii In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for Japan's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Klrd4N882F8) 2024-07-24T16:00Z 58.4K followers, 111.3K engagements "How One Bloody Civil War Battle Prevented New York Becoming The US Capital History Undone delves into what would have happened if the South had won at Gettysburgh. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LONMhsEBQ74) 2024-08-07T17:00Z 18.5K followers, [----] engagements "Top [--] MIND-BLOWING Conspiracy Theories That Shook World Secrets Scandals & Mysteries UNCOVERED From dark secrets to shocking mysteries these conspiracy theories have left their mark on history and continue to ignite fierce debates. Join James Hanson as he delves into the most controversial conspiracy theories that have captivated millions challenged beliefs and in some cases changed the world. These arent just rumours theyre stories that shaped history fuelled by suspicion intrigue and unanswered questions. Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] most controversial conspiracy theories of all" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MvmqjgBnbzw) 2024-11-19T12:22Z 26.2K followers, [---] engagements "Why did People REALLY Fight in The American Civil War Garry Adelman chief historian of the American Battlefield Trust looks at the American Civil war. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OAXxRZPp4R0) 2024-10-23T08:44Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "From Yamato To USS Nautilus: The Deadliest Battleships In Naval History From unstoppable firepower to revolutionary design these warships are among the most destructive forces ever to sail the seas. Join James Hanson as he explores some of the most formidable warships that have left their mark on naval history. These vessels werent just machines - they were game-changers reshaping naval strategy and leaving trails of devastation in their wake. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] most destructive warships of all time. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PlkWreNUV3E) 2024-12-18T13:02Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "How The Assassination Of Franz Ferdinand Launched The Greatest War The World Has Known The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28th [----] will forever be remembered as one of the key turning points in twentieth-century world history. In this episode of Historic Crimes Undone we delve into how the assassination of the Archduke not only ignited World War I but also set in motion a series of events that transformed global politics economies and societies for the next century laying the groundwork for modern history. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R-BBVEzJ3Wg) 2024-12-18T16:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like This is History Undone 00:00 Introduction 01:42 The Revolutionary War 12:10 The Battle of Yorktown Explained 27:06 Could the British have won at Yorktown 37:54 Effect on the Revolution 41:15 A" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=THj2OqJOncs) 2024-11-08T17:30Z 25.2K followers, [----] engagements "What If Japan NEVER Attacked Pearl Harbor December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral Yamamoto made a critical decision to gain further" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tw5BlD8FIm0) 2024-10-22T15:29Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If Hitler Had Successfully Invaded Russia By the summer of [----] Nazi Germany is in near total control of continental Europe. A year earlier the German blitzkrieg swept through Belgium the Netherlands and France and forced the British Expeditionary Force to evacuate at Dunkirk. Then by [----] Hungary Romania and Bulgaria had all joined the axis and Hitler looked further east despite a non aggression pact with Stalin's Soviet Union Hitler saw his previous success as a blueprint to launch an operation which he thought could bring down the Red Army in a matter of months codename Barbarossa." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WXdN5WzgefE) 2024-10-22T13:37Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "WW1 Finishes In [----] - First Battle Of Ypres Could Have Changed 20th Century History Forever The First Battle of Ypres in [----] a conflict which began the pattern of trench warfare perhaps it was always going to end in a bloody stalemate yet it's consequences are significant and far reaching. James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to ask what if the battle had played out differently. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XQNVOzkxGWA) 2024-10-29T12:16Z 63.7K followers, [---] engagements "Without The Battle of Monte Cassino [----] - Does Operation Overlord Work James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster James Holland to discuss one of the most brutal and attritional battles of the entire Second World War: The Battle of Monte Cassino. Just how important was it and the Italian campaign as a whole Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XRvo5NB9nxE) 2024-10-29T13:49Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Remembrance Day British Army Colonel Explains Why It's More Important Than Ever Former British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon recounts his long career in the military what the poppy means to him and why this year's Remembrance Day is more important than ever. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #remembranceday #remembrancesunday #cenotaph" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xo56Bsae3Po) 2024-11-09T13:00Z 25.2K followers, [----] engagements "What If D-Day Had Failed The sixth of June [----] D-Day [--] years on is still the largest amphibious invasion of all time. It's a date that evokes emotion and national pride in equal measure and it not only changed the Second World War but history itself. Yet what if the operation hadn't been a success Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YDF5fdreTMU) 2024-10-22T09:25Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Bat Bombs And EXPLODING Rats💥: Were These The Craziest Weapons of WWII From bat bombs to exploding rats the creativity (and weirdness) of World War ll brought about some of the strangest weapons ever imagined. Join James Hanson as he journeys into the eccentric side of wartime history with some of the strangest most imaginative weapons ever created. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] Weirdest Weapons of World War ll To watch the full episode and more remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndone-s4rsub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YvHbsFKySbE) 2024-12-18T12:03Z 29.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If Napoleon Had Won The Battle Of Waterloo No German Empire A Very Different Europe Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Michael Rowe as they map out the Battle of Waterloo the moment that saw Napoleons dreams shattered and the map of Europe redrawn. Yet what if the French army had won that day Was it even possible And if so what might it have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZINiOt5QPh4) 2025-03-28T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 98.8K engagements "Could The British Have Lost The Battle Of Trafalgar Napoleon Bonaparte faces an enemy away from the east and across the English Channel in the guise of Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both French and Spanish fleets at his disposal. Nelson knows these need to be destroyed and this culminates in a dramatic battle off on Spain's southwest coast Trafalgar. What could have happened if the British lost Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z_4XdOqEqOo) 2024-10-22T11:36Z 63.2K followers, [---] engagements "What If The Arab Coalition WON The Six-Day War - Would Israel even EXIST today The Six-Day War of [----] was a historic victory for the state of Israel. Surrounded by hostile neighbours the Israelis launched a preemptive strike and routed the combined forces of Egypt Jordan and Syria seizing vast territories including the Sinai peninsula the Gaza Strip the West Bank and the Golan Heights. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Matthew Hughes as they replay the Six-Day War a lightning conflict that changed the Middle East forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_YV-TPyKngs) 2025-01-17T16:44Z 70.5K followers, 35.3K engagements "What If The South Won At Gettysburg Slavery Could Continue Until The 20th Century It's July 1st [----] and one small town in Pennsylvania is about to have its name etched into American folklore Gettysburg. Over the course of the next three days over [------] troops from the union and the Confederate forces would engage in the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War and despite the conflict continuing for nearly two more years the Battle of Gettysburg is considered a turning point marking the end of General Robert E. Lee's plans to invade the North and bring the war to a close. But what if" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=b4bJonngpP8) 2024-08-02T16:00Z 21.1K followers, 22.5K engagements "Medieval Castle Myths DEBUNKED Sword Fights DID NOT Happen On Staircases James Hanson is joined by the archaeologist Dr James Wright to debunk five myths about castles. From spiral staircases to defenders pouring hot oil on attacks castles are shrouded in myth. Dr Wright's book new book 'Historic Building Mythbusting' is out now: https://triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/historic-building-mythbusting-by-james-wright/ #history #mythbusters #mythbusting #myths #castle #historyfacts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c4v9ml_EvF8) 2024-11-13T16:00Z 25.8K followers, [----] engagements "If America Had LOST The Battle Of Midway: 'Japan Invades Hawaii And Russia Struggles To Fight On' In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cUOk5a2Nyzw) 2024-06-28T16:30Z 62.7K followers, 233.6K engagements "Hawaii At RISK What If Japan Had An Invasion Force To Accompany Pearl Harbor December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral Yamamoto made" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=daIMCy8ybTI) 2024-10-23T09:18Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If Hitler Had Successfully Invaded Russia Germany Invades Britain & Dominates Europe By the summer of [----] Nazi Germany is in near total control of continental Europe. A year earlier the German blitzkrieg swept through Belgium the Netherlands and France and forced the British Expeditionary Force to evacuate at Dunkirk. Then by [----] Hungary Romania and Bulgaria had all joined the axis and Hitler looked further east despite a non aggression pact with Stalin's Soviet Union Hitler saw his previous success as a blueprint to launch an operation which he thought could bring down the Red Army in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eN9tirImB3w) 2024-07-19T16:00Z 61.5K followers, 316.2K engagements "Dunkirk - The Battle That Changed World History Encircled by the Germans in North-West France the Battle of Arras 21st May [----] was an Allied counter-attack which allowed French and British troops to be evacuated at Dunkirk. But what if Arras had never happened Would Dunkirk have failed Would Churchill have resigned Would Russia have been defeated Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eeVVa9rHeZQ) 2024-10-22T10:34Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "The historical parallels between Tommy Robinson & Oswald Mosley AN Wilson Historian A.N. Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind for their regular feature 'If only we'd known' which takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today they discuss whether their are any similarities between Tommy Robinson and Oswald Mosley's Union of Fascists. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=etkl9R8zLTw) 2025-09-16T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "These Are The Weirdest Tanks In History From bizarre prototypes to some of the strangest concepts ever put into action these tanks represent the most outlandish designs in military history. Join James Hanson as he explores the strangest tanks that defied convention and pushed the limits of engineering - sometimes with disastrous results.Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] weirdest tanks in history Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #timesradio #thetimes #tanks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fBkdLHuyvEI) 2024-10-21T15:00Z 63.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Battle At Gettysburg - Could Slavery Have Continued Until The 20th Century It's July 1st [----] and one small town in Pennsylvania is about to have its name etched into American folklore Gettysburg. Over the course of the next three days over [------] troops from the union and the Confederate forces would engage in the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War and despite the conflict continuing for nearly two more years the Battle of Gettysburg is considered a turning point marking the end of General Robert E. Lee's plans to invade the North and bring the war to a close. Welcome to Time" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fex0QdyHSik) 2024-10-23T09:54Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "If The Allies LOST Battle Of The Atlantic Atomic Bombs Would be Dropped on Germany Drachinifel James Hanson is joined by @Drachinifel and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the longest continuous battle of the Second World War: The Battle of the Atlantic. Between [----] and [----] both merchant and navy ships were attacked in the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. Yet after [--] years and [--] months the might of the Royal Navy helped the allies win here. So what if the Germans had won This is History Undone Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gCORCWTlGc0) 2024-11-22T17:00Z 26.8K followers, 27.1K engagements "What If Germany Won The Battle Of Britain James is joined by Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson to discuss the Battle of Britain and what could have happened if Germany won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gQNkUcycVbE) 2024-10-23T15:00Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Quick Draw Pistol Duels Were NOT Common Wild West Myths Debunked James is joined by the historian author and musician Mark Lee Gardner to bust some of the most common myths about the American Frontier or the Wild West. Was Jesse James a Robin Hood type figure How common were duels This is Times Radio History. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gtPtTTztZzE) 2024-11-27T19:30Z 27K followers, [----] engagements "How One Bloody Civil War Battle Prevented New York Becoming The US Capital Experts delves into what would have happened if the South had won at Gettysburgh Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hajl_jR-dwE) 2024-10-23T09:04Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements "Would The US Have Dropped Dozens More Atomic Bombs On Japan James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall to ask: what if Japan defeated the US in The Guadalcanal campaign which was a major six month long series of land sea and air battles in the Pacific theatre of war. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hcHYS2fmPc0) 2024-10-29T10:26Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Was He Racist Winston Churchill Myths DEBUNKED With Professor David Reynolds James Hanson is joined by Professor David Reynolds Emeritus Professor of International History at Christ's College Cambridge to debunk [--] myths about Winston Churchill. Was Gallipoli all his fault Was he racist How did Hitler help shape his greatness This is Times Radio History Myth-busting Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #ww2 #winstonchurchill #war #history #historychannel #mythbusters" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iCUualcqSuw) 2024-10-23T16:00Z 63.4K followers, 33.7K engagements "Romania Was NEVER Occupied By Nazi Germany Debunking Romanian WW2 Myths James is joined by the historian and expert in Romanian WW2 history Grant Harward to debunk five myths about the period. They cover Nazi 'occupation' the Romanian army and even the Battle of Stalingrad. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if' along with mythbusting. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kM0jHtW3Tqk) 2024-10-17T16:30Z 19.4K followers, [----] engagements "How One Bomb Changed The Course Of The Battle Of Midway AND Stopped Japan Invading Hawaii In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kzwxox6E9-I) 2024-10-22T14:07Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "If The Romans WON The Battle Of Teutoburg Forest. Would The Nazis Still Rise To Power James Hanson is joined by Dr Adrian Goldsworthy and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the Roman Empire's worst and most humiliating defeats: The Battle of Teutoburg Forest. Only a handful of Roman troops managed to escape here as they were massacred by the Germanic tribes led by Arminius and the battle's impact on history is bigger than you might think. This is History Undone. #history #gladiator #gladiator2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=naZmZCygmq8) 2024-11-15T17:30Z 26K followers, 10.9K engagements "Could The Battle Of The Bulge Have Gone Differently Chris Copson and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry join James as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nk7NeoI8eMY) 2024-10-23T14:23Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What If Marlborough Had LOST The Battle Of Blenheim Ottomans Push Into Europe & No Rise Of Prussia James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the military historian Andrew Robertshaw to discuss a battle which shaped the future of Europe for years to come: Blenheim. This day long conflict was part of the War of Spanish Succession which saw the Grand Alliance of England the Dutch Republic & Austria try to prevent Louis XIV from uniting the thrones of France & Spain. Yet the battle's impact is far greater than that. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p4q2kXp2dAo) 2025-01-24T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 18K engagements "What If Hitler Had Won Battle Of The Bulge James Hanson historian and researcher at the Tank museum Chris Copson along with historian and author Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry look at Hitler's last roll of the dice The Battle of the Bulge. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pDH4IhzBJ4M) 2024-10-23T12:45Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "If Allies Win Market Garden.Would The Nazi Germans Win The Bulge James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qqA807XB3Ek) 2024-10-23T14:16Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "US Navy Was NEVER Outnumbered - Battle Of Midway Myths BUSTED James Hanson is joined by the WW2 scholar and the world's foremost Midway expert Jonathan Parshall. They discuss if the U.S. was really outnumbered at Midway. Did Japan really have a counter attack ready to go And how significant was the battle to the outcome of the war Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r09mw2He8h8) 2024-10-23T12:03Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "The Battle of The Somme: How its Deadly Impact Went Far Beyond The Battlefield James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War: the Somme. The first day is infamous for being the deadliest day in British Army history but after months the allies did achieve a semi-strategic victory of sorts. The costs were heavy however and can the battle really be considered a turning point Perhaps not but its impact stretches far beyond the battlefield. This is History Undone. Remember" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rJOApbzJ3jI) 2024-12-24T12:37Z 70.5K followers, 46.1K engagements "The Battle Of Jutland: How Britain Should Have 'ANNIHILATED' Germany's Fleet & Won EASILY James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. So just how significant was it and should it have ended differently This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndonewithJamesHansonsub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rrGx00gGxjE) 2024-12-13T15:19Z 56.3K followers, 150.7K engagements "Top [--] MIND-BLOWING Conspiracy Theories That Shook World Secrets Scandals & Mysteries UNCOVERED From dark secrets to shocking mysteries these conspiracy theories have left their mark on history and continue to ignite fierce debates. Join James Hanson as he delves into the most controversial conspiracy theories that have captivated millions challenged beliefs and in some cases changed the world. These arent just rumours theyre stories that shaped history fuelled by suspicion intrigue and unanswered questions.Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] most controversial conspiracy theories of all" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uXKW-ZRETIo) 2024-11-18T16:00Z 26.1K followers, [----] engagements "If America LOST The Battle Of Midway To Japan In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for Japan's Pacific ambitions. The Battle of Midway" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uocJOhO9ayw) 2024-10-22T10:59Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "Why the Battle of Jutland was actually a FAILURE for Britain #history #historyundone #historychannel James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vZmYIIF7p2w) 2025-05-15T12:39Z 70.5K followers, 15.1K engagements "Romanian WW2 Myths DEBUNKED - Romania Was NEVER Occupied By Nazi Germany James is joined by the historian and expert in Romanian WW2 history Grant Harward to debunk five myths about the period. They cover Nazi 'occupation' the Romanian army and even the Battle of Stalingrad Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wG0Zlz8dSAA) 2024-10-29T11:44Z 63.4K followers, [----] engagements "They were BRAVE and FEARSOME Debunking WWII Italian Army Myths Today on History Undone Mythbusters James Hanson is joined by Dr Walter Zapotoczny author of 'The Italian Army in North Africa' as they breakdown the top [--] myths about the Italian army in WW2. Remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #ww2 #worldwar2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xF7kSV3VD5U) 2024-09-11T16:30Z 21.1K followers, 59.7K engagements "What If Saladin Was Killed At The Battle Of Hattin The Third Crusade WOULDN'T Have Happened The Battle of Hattin a pivotal conflict during the Crusades unfolded on July the 4th [----]. It happened at the crossroads of three continents in some of the most fought over terrain in history near the Horns of Hattin in modern-day Israel. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry - and for the first time on the show Professor of the History of the Crusades at Royal Holloway University Jonathan Phillips as they delve into this monumental engagement between the Crusader states and the Muslim forces" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xNRbLhl5jus) 2025-01-03T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 22.3K engagements "Would D-Day Have Happened If Germany Had WON The Battle Of Kursk It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory in Kursk have changed the outcome of the war and history itself James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xo5p_ZlDRQs) 2024-10-29T11:13Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "How A German Victory At Stalingrad Could've Seen Japan Declare WAR On The Soviet Union The Battle of Stalingrad - the biggest and bloodiest battle of all time. James Hanson historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster Jon Trigg discuss and examine what happened and how things may have transpired if the Germans had won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ys_kDJW-MtQ) 2024-10-23T11:25Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements "What if Germany Won at Stalingrad - Britain's Global Empire Could Crumble This latest episode of History Undone covers the Battle of Stalingrad - the biggest and bloodiest battle of all time - and how things may have transpired if the Germans had won. Joining James Hanson are the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster Jon Trigg. 00:00 - Introduction 01:43 - State of the war in [----] 05:50 - Battle of Stalingrad explained 22:14 - Could the Germans have won 31:11 - Could German supply lines have been saved 34:35 - Was Stalingrad doomed from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zSah-7yvaE8) 2024-08-09T16:30Z 23K followers, 88.3K engagements "What if Russia had WON the Battle of Tsushima No Pearl Harbor & a totally different WWI On this episodes of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry & @Drachinifel discuss one of the most important moments of naval warfare: The Battle of Tsushima. The encounter that effectively ended the Russo-Japanese war of 1904-1905 it was a catastrophic defeat for Russia and Tsar Nicholas II. Victory saw a changing of the guard on the seas in the Far East meaning Japan was now the dominant naval power - the ripples of that of course lingered long after the beginning of the 20th century." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EB_rSJ6e-yQ) 2026-02-06T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 58K engagements "What if Germany had won the WWI U-boat campaign The whole world order changes On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most overlooked arenas of the First World War: the Atlantic theatre. Often called the 'first battle of the Atlantic' the German U-boat campaign seriously threatened to starve Britain out of the war yet only brief periods of unrestricted submarine warfare in [----] and [----] meant this did not come to pass. Had it happened could we be looking at an entire new world order in the 20th Century" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=szeBRdnJHiE) 2026-01-19T17:50Z 70.5K followers, 47.2K engagements "What if Germany had taken Moscow in WWII Stalin would have met with an accident History Undone On today's History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of Adolf Hitler's most critical decisions of the Second World War. During the early days of Operation Barbarossa he made an order for army groups to split north and south rather than push on and head straight for Moscow seeing the capital as a secondary objective. By the time mere months later the Nazis' diverted their attentions back here it was already too late. So what if they had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AnxCaw2oaCo) 2026-01-09T16:15Z 70.5K followers, 86.1K engagements "What if France had Won The Battle of Agincourt History Undone with Drachinifel It's the 25th of October [----] St Crispin's Day and a small stretch of land in northern France is about to have its name etched into legend. The Battle of Agincourt was a monumental and historic victory for the English over the French who despite being heavily outnumbered came out on top. Yet a battle that took place over the course of just one day could have altered the course of history. So what if the French had won that day Would England have left the continent and become a maritime power much early What happens" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bnCQSN_sKwM) 2025-12-24T20:05Z 70.5K followers, 48.1K engagements "What if The Germans had Escaped from Stalingrad History Undone Its the 24th of December [----] Christmas Eve. In the depths of the ruins of Stalingrad all German hope of rescue has been extinguished. On this special Christmas edition of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the horrors of the encirclement or the 'kessel' at Stalingrad. German troops found themselves trapped within four days but Adolf Hitler ordered them to stay put. Thousands died due to starvation and freezing temperatures so in late December Operation Winter Storm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-mreOza1--4) 2025-12-18T23:37Z 70.5K followers, 102.3K engagements "Antisemitism is woven through history Bianca Nobilo on new show 'History Uncensored' Bianca Nobilo host of the new YouTube channel 'History Uncensored' joined Times Radio to discuss what's coming up on her show and how she wants to approach historical events in the context of what is happening today. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SAtuDHgMhcU) 2025-12-17T14:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "The WW2 'nightmare scenario' of Japan & Nazi Germany ruling India & the Middle East From this episode of History Undone that looked at whether Japan could have overthrown India during World War [--] and pushed on even further Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s-Ni845KuKo) 2025-12-17T10:39Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Japan had Successfully Invaded India in WW2 A geopolitical disaster On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall discuss one of the most overlooked campaigns of the Second World War: Burma and the South East Asian theatre. Japan occupied the nation from [----] until [----] and despite pushing on for a failed invasion of India in [----] there was an opportunity two years earlier that Japan did not take. So what if Imperial Japan had pushed on and successfully invaded the jewel in the crown of the British Empire This is History Undone." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6d5RFO079-M) 2025-12-08T15:40Z 70.5K followers, 57.8K engagements "What if The Russian Revolution Failed The Most Significant Event in Modern History Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Anna Reid to discuss arguably one of the most consequential what ifs of the 20th Century and beyond: the October Revolution in [----] and subsequent Russian Civil War. It not only ended centuries of tsarist rule and pulled Russia out of the First World War but led to the creation of the Soviet Union and its most famous figures. Without the Bolshevik victory would we still have World War [--] the Cold War the space race or the rise of Putin This is History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LFFkDDmEEpQ) 2025-11-26T01:55Z 70.5K followers, 43.8K engagements "UK migration & asylum plans are very similar to 1950s Germany On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind about the 1950s policy in West Germany of Gastarbeiter or 'guest workers' that helped the nation rebuild as an economic power after the war. He says the UK Government's new migration plans announced this week bare some resemblance to that previous idea. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5C_CqmKlv9g) 2025-11-18T17:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What if Robert E Lee had fought for the Union He could become President On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr to discuss Robert E Lee's decision to fight for the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Considered the south's finest general Lee was actually offered command of the Union's forces in Virginia by President Abraham Lincoln but he would not fight against his home state that had seceded just a day earlier. So what if he had made that monumental decision and become Lee the Union general instead This is History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rMy4ooI_MGk) 2025-11-14T19:00Z 70.5K followers, 38.8K engagements "Theyve got form A brief history of the BBC and its scandals On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' Hugo Rifkind and AN Wilson discuss the ongoing crisis at the BBC amid the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit from President. Yet as the two discuss this is by far the first issue at the public broadcaster throughout history. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ymmYpQVB4rk) 2025-11-11T17:01Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Unknown Warriors Over half a million WW1 British troops have no known grave John Nichol Former RAF Officer and author of 'The Unknown Warrior' John Nichol tells Hugo Rifkind why he was inspired to write the book after seeing the famous grave in Westminster Abbey. Ahead of Armistice Day he says it is more important than ever to remember those troops who have given their lives. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_7en4oo_D5I) 2025-11-10T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "He was a horrible man Andrew is not the first Royal to be exiled in history On today's edition of If Only We'd Known historian AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind what Andrew can learn from history on members of the Royal Family to be placed into virtual exile. Andrew is by no means the first with one during Queen Victoria's reign particular noteworthy. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HTiV2nlU_G8) 2025-11-04T15:00Z 70.5K followers, 29.4K engagements "What If The Gunpowder Plot Had Succeeded 'This is the 9/11 of The 17th Century.' History Undone's brand new host Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Anna Whitelock to discuss one of the most mythologised events in British history: The Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes' name has become the stuff of legend yet he was just part of a group of [--] conspirators who in [----] planted [--] barrels of gunpowder beneath Parliament with the goal of assassinating King James I and everyone else in there that day. Of course the plot failed and those in Britain still 'remember remember" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GDvS03_zNa4) 2025-10-28T20:51Z 70.5K followers, 49.1K engagements "The 19th century sex scandal that shook the Royal Family before Prince Andrew & Epstein Historian AN Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind to compare the most recent Prince Andrew revelations with a historical royal scandal. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History Undone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ilMP_yrm2aA) 2025-10-21T16:28Z 70.5K followers, 12.3K engagements "It was really grim The Inside Story of Hitlers U-Boat Warfare Historian and author Roger Moorhouse joined Times Radio's Hugo Rifkind to discuss his brand new book 'Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War'. Was The Battle of the Atlantic as dangerous to the allies as Churchill feared What were conditions like on board Was everyone on board actually a Nazi Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at history's biggest moments. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d8MJN85rjNg) 2025-10-14T16:05Z 70.5K followers, 10.5K engagements "The historical parallels between Tommy Robinson & Oswald Mosley AN Wilson Historian A.N. Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind for their regular feature 'If only we'd known' which takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today they discuss whether their are any similarities between Tommy Robinson and Oswald Mosley's Union of Fascists. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=etkl9R8zLTw) 2025-09-16T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Gunboat diplomacy What Britains new Foreign Secretary can learn from history AN Wilson New to the Times Radio History YouTube channel presenter Hugo Rifkind's weekly segment 'If Only We'd Known' with historian AN Wilson takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today it's the appointment of a new Foreign Secretary to the British Government. #history #labour #foreignsecretary History Undone history undone HistoryUndone historyundone history historical fiction World War [--] World War [--] WW2 WW1 hitler churchill james hanson James Hanson somme d" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S7gZ2nTlEnU) 2025-09-09T15:52Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What if The Ottomans had WON The Great Siege of Malta No Battle of Lepanto or New Holy League This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Marcus Bull to discuss one of the most famous and mythologised battles of the 16th century period: The Great Siege of Malta in [----]. It was a fierce battle between empires faiths and ideals as the greatly outnumbered Christian Knights Hospitaller which had been headquartered on the island for [--] years held out" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=29Y7f7h7jSY) 2025-09-03T17:07Z 70.5K followers, 20.9K engagements "What if the Dunkirk Evacuation had FAILED Do British Forces Ever Return to Europe This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historical consultant on Christopher Nolan's [----] movie 'Dunkirk' Joshua Levine to describe the miraculous evacuation of British and French troops in [----]. In what was actually a crushing military defeat the highly unusual plan was carried out with an extraordinary level of success and contributed to Britain's decision to fight" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rB-5dHGnOW8) 2025-08-28T15:44Z 70.5K followers, 73.2K engagements "What if Germany DID NOT declare war on the US in [----] The atomic bomb is dropped on Berlin This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Klaus Schmider to discuss the monumental decision that has been debated by historians for decades: Adolf Hitler's declaration of war against the US after Pearl Harbour. Was it a necessary action that he needed to take or a devastating mistake which cost Germany the war It is undoubtedly one that had he not made the Second" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i60FvcxyQuk) 2025-08-20T20:30Z 70.5K followers, 163.1K engagements "What if Britain had made peace with Germany in [----] "A DISASTER for the world" This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss what could have happened had Britain sued for peace with Nazi Germany after the disastrous fall of France in May [----]. There were some in Britain who were certainly keen on the idea but the appointment of Winston Churchill not Lord Halifax as prime minister was just one reason that assured this alternate timeline" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xXlW8wT0vA4) 2025-08-13T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 97.8K engagements "What if America had never joined WWI The 20th Century as we know it does NOT happen This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most profound what ifs of 20th century history - the decision by the US to enter the First World War in [----]. Without the nation's involvement does Germany rule much of Eastern Europe do you still see the rise of the Nazis and are the US and UK allies today This is History Undone." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A2JmqZVM8rs) 2025-08-07T21:09Z 70.5K followers, 78.1K engagements "What if Britain had LOST The Falklands War The end of Thatcher & a different Cold War This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad On today's History Undone the team cover the Falklands War in [----] and James Hanson is joined by arguably two of the best placed people on earth to discuss the conflict. Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry served and even fired the first shots in the conflict and Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman wrote the official history of the war. Yet what if Argentina had secured an unlikely victory here" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nsvo-79Xlgc) 2025-08-01T16:00Z 70.5K followers, 83K engagements "What If The US Had LOST The Battle Of The Coral Sea The Entire Pacific War Changes Drachinifel This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most oft-overlooked engagements of the Second World War: the Battle of the Coral Sea. It was the world's first carrier-to-carrier battle with no ships actually catching sight of each other across the four day conflict. While the Battle of Midway that followed has gone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UM3WIOM8siI) 2025-07-24T00:26Z 70.5K followers, 109.8K engagements "What If Malta Had Fallen in WW2 Soviets Push into Europe & Nazis Rule North Africa This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Niall Barr to discuss one of the most overlooked but brutal campaigns of the Second World War: The Siege of Malta. Between [----] and [----] the tiny Mediterranean island came under a relentless siege from the Axis and was the most bombed place on Earth. It still holds the record for longest period of sustained bombing ever:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bc7WB4EPZD8) 2025-07-18T11:48Z 70.5K followers, 47.9K engagements "How Close Did The 'Big Three' Alliance Come to BREAKING Down James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HRA02UnbL3o) 2025-07-10T14:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Did Britain Actually WANT to go to War in WW1 James Hanson is joined by Professor Alexander Watson & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the enduring questions of the First World War. what if Britain hadn't joined the conflict Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9qjtJUz9ezA) 2025-07-10T14:22Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Why the Battle of Jutland was actually a FAILURE for Britain #history #historyundone #historychannel James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vZmYIIF7p2w) 2025-05-15T12:39Z 70.5K followers, 15.1K engagements "What If The Allies Had Broken Apart In WW2 Totalitarian Rule Dominates Europe James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Britain the United States and the Soviet Union were divided by culture and ideology but united against a common enemy in Nazi Germany. Tim Bouverie joins the show to discuss the themes explored in his new book 'Allies at War: The Politics of Defeating Hitler' which is out now. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9vXpOYbDT-I) 2025-05-01T22:36Z 70.5K followers, 71.1K engagements "Hitlers Wonder Weapons Would Germany Have Won WW2 If These Were Ready Sooner James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss the German wunderwaffe or 'wonder weapons'. Hitler's Germany was responsible for some remarkable advances in military engineering from long-range ballistic missiles to the world's first ever jet powered fighter plane. However Nazi ambition far outweighed the country's wartime capacities and many of these weapons were not available until too late on in the war. So what if these had been ready sooner - could it have made a significant" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E4nfJhD_ujk) 2025-04-11T03:56Z 70.5K followers, 80.2K engagements "What If Napoleon Had Won The Battle Of Waterloo No German Empire A Very Different Europe Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Michael Rowe as they map out the Battle of Waterloo the moment that saw Napoleons dreams shattered and the map of Europe redrawn. Yet what if the French army had won that day Was it even possible And if so what might it have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZINiOt5QPh4) 2025-03-28T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 98.8K engagements "What If Hitler Had Never Broken The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact A New Cold War Would Erupt For this episode of History Undone James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Roger Moorhouse to discuss one of the most significant moments at the beginning of the Second World War. Despite their huge differences and animosity in August [----] Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty otherwise known as the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Yet with Operation Barbarossa and the invasion of the Soviet Union in [----] Hitler betrayed that trust. Yet what if he hadn't and what if it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4s2G9Doz9XI) 2025-03-11T23:55Z 70.5K followers, 99.7K engagements "What If Britain Had Never Entered WWI And Why It Shouldnt Have History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss a much debated historical sliding doors moment: Britain's decision to enter the First World War. Was it the right one or would Britain and her Empire have been better off focusing on its own concerns Those are questions for our experts as they examine the alternate timeline had Britain not have made this critical decision in August [----]. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t4ENsxwZ3HQ) 2025-02-28T16:51Z 70.5K followers, 205.1K engagements "Operation Unthinkable: Would It Have Caused World War [--] Churchills Secret Plan To Defeat Stalin On this episode of History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Jonathan Walker author of Operation Unthinkable: The Third World War. They discuss this daring controversial and top secret plan by Winston Churchill to attack the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War. Of course the plan was never put into action and perhaps was never intended to be. Yet what if the allies had implemented Operation Unthinkable and attacked Stalin head on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c3XyO6yFwHY) 2025-02-21T15:04Z 70.5K followers, 113.9K engagements "What If The Allies Declared War In [----] Over Czechoslovakia WW2 Would NOT HAPPEN As We Know It James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss one of the most important events in the lead up to the Second World War: the Nazi annexation of the Sudetenland and eventual invasion of the entirety of Czechoslovakia. This provocation was met with appeasement by the allies and approved by the signing of the Munich Agreement. Yet what if Britain & France had instead declared war right there and then in [----] Would WW2 as we know it even have happened at all Remember to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tY8-pEwHxn4) 2025-02-14T16:57Z 70.5K followers, 103.2K engagements "Operation Desert Storm: What If Saddam Hussein FELL In [----] The Middle East Would Change FOREVER James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and former British Foreign Office diplomat Tim Dowse to discuss one of the most remarkable military operations of modern times: Desert Storm. The Gulf War was a war of firsts: high tech weaponry 24-hour news broadcasting and lightning speed efficiency from the Americans. The ground offensive was over in a matter of [---] hours to liberate Kuwait and decimate Saddam Hussein's Iraqi Army. Yet what if the U.S. had gone even further and removed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=K_Gc3WWEh80) 2025-02-07T17:20Z 70.5K followers, 28.7K engagements "What if The Nazi Invasion of Norway Had Failed No Blitzkrieg & Churchill May Not Rise to Power James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the more forgotten campaigns of the early Second World War: Norway. Yet while it might seem inconsequential in the long run this period between Spring and Summer of [----] helped set the tone for the next few years of the entire conflict. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Qs5l8wdHfRs) 2025-01-31T18:30Z 70.5K followers, 80.3K engagements "What If Marlborough Had LOST The Battle Of Blenheim Ottomans Push Into Europe & No Rise Of Prussia James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the military historian Andrew Robertshaw to discuss a battle which shaped the future of Europe for years to come: Blenheim. This day long conflict was part of the War of Spanish Succession which saw the Grand Alliance of England the Dutch Republic & Austria try to prevent Louis XIV from uniting the thrones of France & Spain. Yet the battle's impact is far greater than that. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p4q2kXp2dAo) 2025-01-24T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 18K engagements "What If The Arab Coalition WON The Six-Day War - Would Israel even EXIST today The Six-Day War of [----] was a historic victory for the state of Israel. Surrounded by hostile neighbours the Israelis launched a preemptive strike and routed the combined forces of Egypt Jordan and Syria seizing vast territories including the Sinai peninsula the Gaza Strip the West Bank and the Golan Heights. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Matthew Hughes as they replay the Six-Day War a lightning conflict that changed the Middle East forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_YV-TPyKngs) 2025-01-17T16:44Z 70.5K followers, 35.3K engagements "What If Stauffenbergs Bomb Had Killed Hitler How Operation Valkyrie Could Have Ended Nazi Regime On July [--] [----] Claus von Stauffenberg led one of World War IIs most daring resistance plots: assassinate Adolf Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime. But what if the bomb had worked What if the coup had succeeded and the resistance had taken control of Germany Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry and historian Nigel Jones as they uncover the bold plan that could have changed the course of history forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qyuCkSui0s) 2025-01-10T10:17Z 70.5K followers, 216.1K engagements "What If Saladin Was Killed At The Battle Of Hattin The Third Crusade WOULDN'T Have Happened The Battle of Hattin a pivotal conflict during the Crusades unfolded on July the 4th [----]. It happened at the crossroads of three continents in some of the most fought over terrain in history near the Horns of Hattin in modern-day Israel. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry - and for the first time on the show Professor of the History of the Crusades at Royal Holloway University Jonathan Phillips as they delve into this monumental engagement between the Crusader states and the Muslim forces" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xNRbLhl5jus) 2025-01-03T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 22.3K engagements "The Battle of The Somme: How its Deadly Impact Went Far Beyond The Battlefield James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War: the Somme. The first day is infamous for being the deadliest day in British Army history but after months the allies did achieve a semi-strategic victory of sorts. The costs were heavy however and can the battle really be considered a turning point Perhaps not but its impact stretches far beyond the battlefield. This is History Undone. Remember" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rJOApbzJ3jI) 2024-12-24T12:37Z 70.5K followers, 46.1K engagements "The Christmas Truce of [----] What If World War I Really Had Ended By Christmas James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most enduring yet heavily mythologised stories of military history. It is of course the Christmas truce. Yet among the myth busting they ask a separate question: what if the war had been over by Christmas as many thought in [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #ww1 #christmas #christmastruce #history History Undone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0e0n3phZnms) 2024-12-23T12:20Z 70.5K followers, 35.8K engagements "What If The Spanish Armada Had Won The US Would Not Exist & The World Would Speak Spanish Today James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of history's most storied naval fleets and failed conquests. The Spanish Armada set sail for England with the hope of invading removing Queen Elizabeth I and reinstating Catholicism. Yet the English were ready - engaging and pursuing them in the Channel. It meant the Spanish were forced to flee into the North Sea and navigate back home via the Northern British and Irish coast. It was disastrous leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KMMmNRazlIs) 2024-12-20T15:47Z 70.5K followers, 76.8K engagements "How The Assassination Of Franz Ferdinand Launched The Greatest War The World Has Known The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28th [----] will forever be remembered as one of the key turning points in twentieth-century world history. In this episode of Historic Crimes Undone we delve into how the assassination of the Archduke not only ignited World War I but also set in motion a series of events that transformed global politics economies and societies for the next century laying the groundwork for modern history. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R-BBVEzJ3Wg) 2024-12-18T16:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "From Yamato To USS Nautilus: The Deadliest Battleships In Naval History From unstoppable firepower to revolutionary design these warships are among the most destructive forces ever to sail the seas. Join James Hanson as he explores some of the most formidable warships that have left their mark on naval history. These vessels werent just machines - they were game-changers reshaping naval strategy and leaving trails of devastation in their wake. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] most destructive warships of all time. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PlkWreNUV3E) 2024-12-18T13:02Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "Remembrance Day British Army Colonel Explains Why It's More Important Than Ever Former British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon recounts his long career in the military what the poppy means to him and why this year's Remembrance Day is more important than ever. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZQ_d5Cm3n9o) 2024-12-18T12:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements "What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bk0j7DQVdG8) 2024-12-18T12:16Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"What if Russia had WON the Battle of Tsushima No Pearl Harbor & a totally different WWI On this episodes of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry & @Drachinifel discuss one of the most important moments of naval warfare: The Battle of Tsushima. The encounter that effectively ended the Russo-Japanese war of 1904-1905 it was a catastrophic defeat for Russia and Tsar Nicholas II. Victory saw a changing of the guard on the seas in the Far East meaning Japan was now the dominant naval power - the ripples of that of course lingered long after the beginning of the 20th century."
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 58K engagements
"What If Germany WON The Battle Of Kursk James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare: the Battle of Kursk. It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory here have changed the outcome of the war and history itself Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T11:06Z 70.4K followers, [----] engagements
"What if America had never joined WWI The 20th Century as we know it does NOT happen This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most profound what ifs of 20th century history - the decision by the US to enter the First World War in [----]. Without the nation's involvement does Germany rule much of Eastern Europe do you still see the rise of the Nazis and are the US and UK allies today This is History Undone."
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T21:09Z 70.5K followers, 78.1K engagements
"What If The Gunpowder Plot Had Succeeded 'This is the 9/11 of The 17th Century.' History Undone's brand new host Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Anna Whitelock to discuss one of the most mythologised events in British history: The Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes' name has become the stuff of legend yet he was just part of a group of [--] conspirators who in [----] planted [--] barrels of gunpowder beneath Parliament with the goal of assassinating King James I and everyone else in there that day. Of course the plot failed and those in Britain still 'remember remember"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T20:51Z 70.5K followers, 49.1K engagements
"What if The Nazi Invasion of Norway Had Failed No Blitzkrieg & Churchill May Not Rise to Power James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the more forgotten campaigns of the early Second World War: Norway. Yet while it might seem inconsequential in the long run this period between Spring and Summer of [----] helped set the tone for the next few years of the entire conflict. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with"
YouTube Link 2025-01-31T18:30Z 70.5K followers, 80.3K engagements
"What If The US Had LOST The Battle Of The Coral Sea The Entire Pacific War Changes Drachinifel This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most oft-overlooked engagements of the Second World War: the Battle of the Coral Sea. It was the world's first carrier-to-carrier battle with no ships actually catching sight of each other across the four day conflict. While the Battle of Midway that followed has gone"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T00:26Z 70.5K followers, 109.8K engagements
"What if Blitzkrieg FAILED Hitler Is Overthrown & Soviets Push Through Europe History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson from the Tank Museum to discuss the controversial term Blitzkrieg. While it wasn't necessarily invented by Nazi Germany it's association with their warfare in the Second World War is undoubted. Yet what if this 'lightning war' strategy didn't work and they were unable to overwhelm six countries in a matter of months between [----] - [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History:"
YouTube Link 2024-11-01T17:45Z 70.5K followers, 65.2K engagements
"The Christmas Truce of [----] What If World War I Really Had Ended By Christmas James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most enduring yet heavily mythologised stories of military history. It is of course the Christmas truce. Yet among the myth busting they ask a separate question: what if the war had been over by Christmas as many thought in [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #ww1 #christmas #christmastruce #history History Undone"
YouTube Link 2024-12-23T12:20Z 70.5K followers, 35.8K engagements
"What If The Allies Had Broken Apart In WW2 Totalitarian Rule Dominates Europe James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Britain the United States and the Soviet Union were divided by culture and ideology but united against a common enemy in Nazi Germany. Tim Bouverie joins the show to discuss the themes explored in his new book 'Allies at War: The Politics of Defeating Hitler' which is out now. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-05-01T22:36Z 70.5K followers, 71.1K engagements
"If Allies Win Market Garden. Nazis Win The Bulge History Undone On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Tune in to find out Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians"
YouTube Link 2024-09-13T16:30Z 69.5K followers, 82.3K engagements
"If The British Lost At Trafalgar Waterloo Never Happens & America Is Not a Global Power It's the 21st of October [----] Napoleon Bonaparte and his first French Empire are on a path to military domination in mainland Europe. Later that year he'll enjoy one of his greatest victories in the Battle of Austerlitz as he looks to rule the entire continent. Yet he also faces another enemy away from the east and across the English Channel in Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both"
YouTube Link 2024-07-05T16:30Z 69.5K followers, 46.9K engagements
"Operation Unthinkable: Would It Have Caused World War [--] Churchills Secret Plan To Defeat Stalin On this episode of History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Jonathan Walker author of Operation Unthinkable: The Third World War. They discuss this daring controversial and top secret plan by Winston Churchill to attack the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War. Of course the plan was never put into action and perhaps was never intended to be. Yet what if the allies had implemented Operation Unthinkable and attacked Stalin head on"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T15:04Z 70.5K followers, 113.9K engagements
"What if Germany DID NOT declare war on the US in [----] The atomic bomb is dropped on Berlin This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Klaus Schmider to discuss the monumental decision that has been debated by historians for decades: Adolf Hitler's declaration of war against the US after Pearl Harbour. Was it a necessary action that he needed to take or a devastating mistake which cost Germany the war It is undoubtedly one that had he not made the Second"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T20:30Z 70.5K followers, 163.1K engagements
"What if the Dunkirk Evacuation had FAILED Do British Forces Ever Return to Europe This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historical consultant on Christopher Nolan's [----] movie 'Dunkirk' Joshua Levine to describe the miraculous evacuation of British and French troops in [----]. In what was actually a crushing military defeat the highly unusual plan was carried out with an extraordinary level of success and contributed to Britain's decision to fight"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T15:44Z 70.5K followers, 73.2K engagements
"WW2 Wouldn't End Until [----] - What If D-Day Had Failed History Undone The sixth of June [----] D-Day [--] years on is still the largest amphibious invasion of all time. It's a date that evokes emotion and national pride in equal measure and it not only changed the Second World War but history itself. Yet what if the operation hadn't been a success Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson the show where we take an alternative look at the events which have shaped our world. Each episode will focus on a different battle from throughout history but using modern military analysis we'll ask how"
YouTube Link 2024-06-07T16:30Z 70.4K followers, 279.5K engagements
"What If Germany WON The Battle Of Kursk D-Day Would NOT Happen James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare: the Battle of Kursk. It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory here have changed the outcome of the war and history itself Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading"
YouTube Link 2024-10-11T16:00Z 70K followers, 190.9K engagements
"What If Hitler Had Never Broken The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact A New Cold War Would Erupt For this episode of History Undone James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Roger Moorhouse to discuss one of the most significant moments at the beginning of the Second World War. Despite their huge differences and animosity in August [----] Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty otherwise known as the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Yet with Operation Barbarossa and the invasion of the Soviet Union in [----] Hitler betrayed that trust. Yet what if he hadn't and what if it"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T23:55Z 70.5K followers, 99.7K engagements
"What if Germany had taken Moscow in WWII Stalin would have met with an accident History Undone On today's History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of Adolf Hitler's most critical decisions of the Second World War. During the early days of Operation Barbarossa he made an order for army groups to split north and south rather than push on and head straight for Moscow seeing the capital as a secondary objective. By the time mere months later the Nazis' diverted their attentions back here it was already too late. So what if they had"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T16:15Z 70.5K followers, 86.1K engagements
"What If Japan Never Attacked Pearl Harbor How World War Two Would Have Changed Completely December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral"
YouTube Link 2024-07-26T16:30Z 69.7K followers, 345.4K engagements
"What if Germany had won the WWI U-boat campaign The whole world order changes On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most overlooked arenas of the First World War: the Atlantic theatre. Often called the 'first battle of the Atlantic' the German U-boat campaign seriously threatened to starve Britain out of the war yet only brief periods of unrestricted submarine warfare in [----] and [----] meant this did not come to pass. Had it happened could we be looking at an entire new world order in the 20th Century"
YouTube Link 2026-01-19T17:50Z 70.5K followers, 47.2K engagements
"What If Stauffenbergs Bomb Had Killed Hitler How Operation Valkyrie Could Have Ended Nazi Regime On July [--] [----] Claus von Stauffenberg led one of World War IIs most daring resistance plots: assassinate Adolf Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime. But what if the bomb had worked What if the coup had succeeded and the resistance had taken control of Germany Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry and historian Nigel Jones as they uncover the bold plan that could have changed the course of history forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-10T10:17Z 70.5K followers, 216.1K engagements
"5 Biggest Myths About Hitler Debunked - "He Was NOT Jewish" In episode [--] of History Undone: Myth-busting James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss myths around one of the most famous historical figures of all time Adolf Hitler. James and Chris ask where the myth of his Jewish heritage originate whether he really did escape his bunker and flee to South America and if the rumours about his anatomy were true. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and"
YouTube Link 2024-08-06T16:30Z 70.4K followers, 140.4K engagements
"What If Britain Had Never Entered WWI And Why It Shouldnt Have History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss a much debated historical sliding doors moment: Britain's decision to enter the First World War. Was it the right one or would Britain and her Empire have been better off focusing on its own concerns Those are questions for our experts as they examine the alternate timeline had Britain not have made this critical decision in August [----]. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-02-28T16:51Z 70.5K followers, 205.1K engagements
"What if Britain had made peace with Germany in [----] "A DISASTER for the world" This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss what could have happened had Britain sued for peace with Nazi Germany after the disastrous fall of France in May [----]. There were some in Britain who were certainly keen on the idea but the appointment of Winston Churchill not Lord Halifax as prime minister was just one reason that assured this alternate timeline"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 97.8K engagements
"Operation Downfall: What If The US NEVER Dropped The Atomic Bomb & Invaded Japan History Undone James Hanson is once again joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall this time to discuss military campaign that never happened. Operation Downfall was the ambitious allied plan to invade Japan at the end of WW2 yet this was never put into action because of the atomic bomb. Yet what if the bomb wasn't available The end of the war and the rest of the 20th century would have looked very different indeed. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-06T17:00Z 66.5K followers, 231.5K engagements
"What if The Germans had Escaped from Stalingrad History Undone Its the 24th of December [----] Christmas Eve. In the depths of the ruins of Stalingrad all German hope of rescue has been extinguished. On this special Christmas edition of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the horrors of the encirclement or the 'kessel' at Stalingrad. German troops found themselves trapped within four days but Adolf Hitler ordered them to stay put. Thousands died due to starvation and freezing temperatures so in late December Operation Winter Storm"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T23:37Z 70.5K followers, 102.3K engagements
"What if The Ottomans had WON The Great Siege of Malta No Battle of Lepanto or New Holy League This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Marcus Bull to discuss one of the most famous and mythologised battles of the 16th century period: The Great Siege of Malta in [----]. It was a fierce battle between empires faiths and ideals as the greatly outnumbered Christian Knights Hospitaller which had been headquartered on the island for [--] years held out"
YouTube Link 2025-09-03T17:07Z 70.5K followers, 20.9K engagements
"UK migration & asylum plans are very similar to 1950s Germany On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind about the 1950s policy in West Germany of Gastarbeiter or 'guest workers' that helped the nation rebuild as an economic power after the war. He says the UK Government's new migration plans announced this week bare some resemblance to that previous idea. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T17:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Japan had Successfully Invaded India in WW2 A geopolitical disaster On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall discuss one of the most overlooked campaigns of the Second World War: Burma and the South East Asian theatre. Japan occupied the nation from [----] until [----] and despite pushing on for a failed invasion of India in [----] there was an opportunity two years earlier that Japan did not take. So what if Imperial Japan had pushed on and successfully invaded the jewel in the crown of the British Empire This is History Undone."
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T15:40Z 70.5K followers, 57.8K engagements
"Top TEN Greatest Military Leaders In History RANKED Here is our countdown of the top [--] greatest military generals of all time. From innovative strategies to battlefield prowess these generals represent the pinnacle of military leadership. History Undones James Hanson explores the brilliant minds that have shaped history and redefined the art of war. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T13:49Z 64.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Top [--] Greatest Military Leaders In History Ranked From innovative strategies to battlefield prowess these generals represent the pinnacle of military leadership. History Undones James Hanson explores the brilliant minds that have shaped history and redefined the art of war. Get ready to dive deep into the stories the tactics and the lasting impact of the worlds most legendary commanders. Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] greatest military generals of all time Remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1"
YouTube Link 2024-09-04T16:00Z 69.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What if the Tet Offensive Never Happened North Vietnam Stays Communist & China Fails as Superpower On this episode of History Undone James is joined by the Professor of History at Georgia Southern University Bill Allison and the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the Tet Offensive. It was one of the most consequential moments of the Vietnam War but despite a tactical victory for the south it was a damaging political defeat for the U.S. 00:00 Intro 01:34 The Vietnam War in [----] 08:52 Tet Offensive Explained 21:11 What if Tet had succeeded 25:17 What if the South"
YouTube Link 2024-08-16T16:30Z 66.5K followers, 29.3K engagements
"He was a horrible man Andrew is not the first Royal to be exiled in history On today's edition of If Only We'd Known historian AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind what Andrew can learn from history on members of the Royal Family to be placed into virtual exile. Andrew is by no means the first with one during Queen Victoria's reign particular noteworthy. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T15:00Z 70.5K followers, 29.4K engagements
"What if The Russian Revolution Failed The Most Significant Event in Modern History Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Anna Reid to discuss arguably one of the most consequential what ifs of the 20th Century and beyond: the October Revolution in [----] and subsequent Russian Civil War. It not only ended centuries of tsarist rule and pulled Russia out of the First World War but led to the creation of the Soviet Union and its most famous figures. Without the Bolshevik victory would we still have World War [--] the Cold War the space race or the rise of Putin This is History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T01:55Z 70.5K followers, 43.8K engagements
"Gunboat diplomacy What Britains new Foreign Secretary can learn from history AN Wilson New to the Times Radio History YouTube channel presenter Hugo Rifkind's weekly segment 'If Only We'd Known' with historian AN Wilson takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today it's the appointment of a new Foreign Secretary to the British Government. #history #labour #foreignsecretary History Undone history undone HistoryUndone historyundone history historical fiction World War [--] World War [--] WW2 WW1 hitler churchill james hanson James Hanson somme d"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T15:52Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Antisemitism is woven through history Bianca Nobilo on new show 'History Uncensored' Bianca Nobilo host of the new YouTube channel 'History Uncensored' joined Times Radio to discuss what's coming up on her show and how she wants to approach historical events in the context of what is happening today. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T14:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"All British Tanks Were JUNK German Tiger [--] NOT The Most Feared WW2 Tank Myths Debunked James Hanson is joined by historian & researcher at the Tank Museum Chris Copson to debunk [--] myths about WWII tanks. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. #tanks"
YouTube Link 2024-08-13T16:45Z 65.6K followers, 465.5K engagements
"Unknown Warriors Over half a million WW1 British troops have no known grave John Nichol Former RAF Officer and author of 'The Unknown Warrior' John Nichol tells Hugo Rifkind why he was inspired to write the book after seeing the famous grave in Westminster Abbey. Ahead of Armistice Day he says it is more important than ever to remember those troops who have given their lives. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Malta Had Fallen in WW2 Soviets Push into Europe & Nazis Rule North Africa This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Niall Barr to discuss one of the most overlooked but brutal campaigns of the Second World War: The Siege of Malta. Between [----] and [----] the tiny Mediterranean island came under a relentless siege from the Axis and was the most bombed place on Earth. It still holds the record for longest period of sustained bombing ever:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T11:48Z 70.5K followers, 47.9K engagements
"What if France had Won The Battle of Agincourt History Undone with Drachinifel It's the 25th of October [----] St Crispin's Day and a small stretch of land in northern France is about to have its name etched into legend. The Battle of Agincourt was a monumental and historic victory for the English over the French who despite being heavily outnumbered came out on top. Yet a battle that took place over the course of just one day could have altered the course of history. So what if the French had won that day Would England have left the continent and become a maritime power much early What happens"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T20:05Z 70.5K followers, 48.1K engagements
"It was really grim The Inside Story of Hitlers U-Boat Warfare Historian and author Roger Moorhouse joined Times Radio's Hugo Rifkind to discuss his brand new book 'Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War'. Was The Battle of the Atlantic as dangerous to the allies as Churchill feared What were conditions like on board Was everyone on board actually a Nazi Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at history's biggest moments. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T16:05Z 70.5K followers, 10.5K engagements
"What If The Normans Had LOST The Battle of Hastings The World Would NOT Speak English Today James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and one of Britain's most renowned Medieval experts Professor Robert Bartlett to discuss why the Battle of Hastings is the most consequential British battle in history. Welcome to Times Radio History and this is History Undone with James Hanson. The show looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2024-09-27T16:30Z 66.2K followers, 179K engagements
"If the Allies LOST The Battle Of Leyte Gulf. The Soviet Union Could INVADE James Hanson is once again joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the WW2 scholar Jonathan Parshall to discuss another battle in the Pacific theatre of war. Leyte Gulf was the largest naval battle of the entire Second World War but how significant was it This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #history #historychannel #ww2 #sovietunion"
YouTube Link 2024-11-29T18:00Z 69K followers, 62.7K engagements
"The 19th century sex scandal that shook the Royal Family before Prince Andrew & Epstein Historian AN Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind to compare the most recent Prince Andrew revelations with a historical royal scandal. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History Undone"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T16:28Z 70.5K followers, 12.3K engagements
"If Germany Won The Battle Of Britain. Nazis Launch Operation Sea Lion & Rule The British Empire On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson as they discuss the Battle of Britain and what would have happened if Germany won. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact"
YouTube Link 2024-09-20T16:00Z 69.2K followers, 61.8K engagements
"What if Britain had LOST The Falklands War The end of Thatcher & a different Cold War This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad On today's History Undone the team cover the Falklands War in [----] and James Hanson is joined by arguably two of the best placed people on earth to discuss the conflict. Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry served and even fired the first shots in the conflict and Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman wrote the official history of the war. Yet what if Argentina had secured an unlikely victory here"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T16:00Z 70.5K followers, 83K engagements
"Without The Battle of Monte Cassino [----]. Does Operation Overlord Work With James Holland James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian author and broadcaster James Holland to discuss one of the most brutal and attritional battles of the entire Second World War: The Battle of Monte Cassino. Just how important was it and the Italian campaign as a whole This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at"
YouTube Link 2024-10-25T16:00Z 64.7K followers, 95.9K engagements
"What if Robert E Lee had fought for the Union He could become President On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr to discuss Robert E Lee's decision to fight for the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Considered the south's finest general Lee was actually offered command of the Union's forces in Virginia by President Abraham Lincoln but he would not fight against his home state that had seceded just a day earlier. So what if he had made that monumental decision and become Lee the Union general instead This is History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T19:00Z 70.5K followers, 38.8K engagements
"The WW2 'nightmare scenario' of Japan & Nazi Germany ruling India & the Middle East From this episode of History Undone that looked at whether Japan could have overthrown India during World War [--] and pushed on even further Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T10:39Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If The Allies Declared War In [----] Over Czechoslovakia WW2 Would NOT HAPPEN As We Know It James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss one of the most important events in the lead up to the Second World War: the Nazi annexation of the Sudetenland and eventual invasion of the entirety of Czechoslovakia. This provocation was met with appeasement by the allies and approved by the signing of the Munich Agreement. Yet what if Britain & France had instead declared war right there and then in [----] Would WW2 as we know it even have happened at all Remember to"
YouTube Link 2025-02-14T16:57Z 70.5K followers, 103.2K engagements
"WW1 Finishes In [----] How The First Battle Of Ypres Could Have Changed 20th Century History Forever James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to ask what if the First Battle of Ypres in [----] had played out differently. A conflict which began the pattern of trench warfare perhaps it was always going to end in a bloody stalemate yet it's consequences are significant and far reaching. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and"
YouTube Link 2024-10-18T16:00Z 64.8K followers, 52.4K engagements
"Theyve got form A brief history of the BBC and its scandals On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' Hugo Rifkind and AN Wilson discuss the ongoing crisis at the BBC amid the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit from President. Yet as the two discuss this is by far the first issue at the public broadcaster throughout history. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T17:01Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"North Vietnam Stays Communist China Fails As Superpower AND What If Tet Offensive Never Happened Professor of History at Georgia Southern University Bill Allison and the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry discuss the Tet Offensive one of the most consequential moments of the Vietnam War but despite a tactical victory for the south it was a damaging political defeat for the U.S. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T11:37Z 27.1K followers, [--] engagements
"WW2 NEVER Happens And Hitler Doesn't Rise To Power - What If The Gallipoli Campaign Succeeded This episode covers the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War with Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson Researcher at the Tank Museum. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have"
YouTube Link 2024-08-30T16:30Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Operation Barbarossa Had Played Out Differently What if Hitler had defeated Russia Author and historian Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian and former professor of international history at the University of Glasgow Evan Mawdsley analyse what happened and what potentially could have happened. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T13:48Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If El Alamein Had Gone Differently How Was The Battle Won Historian and researcher at the Tank museum Chris Copson along with historian and author Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry discuss the battle and give their expert analysis on what could have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T12:33Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements
"Why Failure At The Battle Of Arnhem Was A Great Defeat For The Allies On this week's History Undone James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2024-09-17T15:00Z 14.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Battle Of Trafalgar - Was America NOT A Global Power It's the 21st of October [----] Napoleon Bonaparte and his first French Empire are on a path to military domination in mainland Europe. Later that year he'll enjoy one of his greatest victories in the Battle of Austerlitz as he looks to rule the entire continent. Yet he also faces another enemy away from the east and across the English Channel Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both French and Spanish fleets at his"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T11:23Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The D-Day Operation Of June [--] [----] - How Close Did It Come To Failing Historian and researcher at The Tank Museum - Chris Copson and former Amphibious Commander - Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry investigate what would have happened if the offensive action at Omaha and other beaches had failed. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T09:42Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements
"He Could NEVER Invade England Napoleon Myths DEBUNKED James speaks to Professor Andrew Lambert to debunk FIVE myths on one of the most infamous and controversial figures from history - Napoleon Bonaparte. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today."
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T14:46Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Bismarck WAS NOT a Super Ship Warship Myths DEBUNKED with Drachinifel James Hanson is joined by the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss five things people get wrong about warships. How good was Bismarck really Did the Mary Rose sink on her maiden voyage Were the French & Italian navies as bad as people made out in WW2. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndonewithJamesHansonsub_confirmation=1 #timesradio #thetimes #history #historychannel #ww2 #bismarck"
YouTube Link 2024-10-30T17:30Z 61.3K followers, 372.3K engagements
"The Battle of Midway Would Turn The Tide Of The Second World War - But What If It Had Failed In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. Our experts analyse what happened and discuss what potentially would have happened if things would have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'."
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T14:29Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If Japan Could Have Won The War And Defeated America At Midway The Battle of Midway would turn the tide of the Second World War but what if it had failed Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T11:05Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Did Britain Actually WANT to go to War in WW1 James Hanson is joined by Professor Alexander Watson & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the enduring questions of the First World War. what if Britain hadn't joined the conflict Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had"
YouTube Link 2025-07-10T14:22Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Swords Were NOT Primary Weapons Medieval Warfare Myths Debunked With Weapons Expert Matt Easton James Hanson is joined by the weapons expert antiques dealer and YouTuber Matt Easton to debunk five myths about Medieval Warfare. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Matt Easton of Schola Gladiatoria covers military history from all periods ancient to medieval to Victorian and WW1. @scholagladiatoria #ww2 #ww1 #timesradio #thetimes #history"
YouTube Link 2024-11-20T18:00Z 26.8K followers, 23.8K engagements
"What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T12:16Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Bat Bombs And EXPLODING Rats💥: Were These The Craziest Weapons of WWII From bat bombs to exploding rats the creativity (and weirdness) of World War ll brought about some of the strangest weapons ever imagined. Join James Hanson as he journeys into the eccentric side of wartime history with some of the strangest most imaginative weapons ever created. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] Weirdest Weapons of World War ll Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #top10 #war #ww2 #historychannel"
YouTube Link 2024-11-04T16:00Z 24.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Hitlers Wonder Weapons Would Germany Have Won WW2 If These Were Ready Sooner James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss the German wunderwaffe or 'wonder weapons'. Hitler's Germany was responsible for some remarkable advances in military engineering from long-range ballistic missiles to the world's first ever jet powered fighter plane. However Nazi ambition far outweighed the country's wartime capacities and many of these weapons were not available until too late on in the war. So what if these had been ready sooner - could it have made a significant"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T03:56Z 70.5K followers, 80.2K engagements
"History's Most Shocking Assassinations RANKED From the shadows of history to moments that shook the world these assassinations didnt just claim lives they changed the very course of nations and history itself. Join James Hanson as he uncovers the deadly events that reshaped history forever. This is our countdown of the top [--] assassinations that changed the world. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2024-11-25T14:08Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements
"What If The South Won The Battle At Gettysburg What if things had been different and this epic clash of the ages had turned out differently James Hanson is joined by historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr Associate Professor of military history at Old Dominion University. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T10:08Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"How World War Two Could Have Changed Completely What would the consequences have been if Pearl Harbor wasn't attacked Our experts analyse what actually happened and predict what may have happened if things would have happened differently. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T15:34Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Mussolini DID NOT Defeat The Mafia - Italian WW2 Myths DEBUNKED James is joined by historian Keith Lowe - author of 'Naples 1944: War Liberation and Chaos'. They discuss what role did the allies really play in post-war Italy; how tough fighting was across the country; and ask did Mussolini really beat the Mafia Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T09:49Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"How Different Things Might Have Been IF Germany Won The Battle Of Britain Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson join James to discuss the Battle of Britain and what could have happened if Germany won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T15:06Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If The Battle Of Dunkirk Failed - Would Churchill Have Resigned Military historian and researcher at the Tank Museum Chris Copson and historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry examine the consequences if Arras had never happened Would Dunkirk have failed What would Churchill have done and would Russia have been defeated Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T10:41Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"How Close Did The 'Big Three' Alliance Come to BREAKING Down James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences"
YouTube Link 2025-07-10T14:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Mussolini DID NOT Defeat The Mafia - Italian WW2 Myths Debunked On this episode of Myth-busting James Hanson is joined by the historian Keith Lowe - author of 'Naples 1944: War Liberation and Chaos'. They discuss what role did the allies really play in post-war Italy; how tough was fighting across the country; and did Mussolini really beat the mafia #history #italy #ww2 #mafia #mussolini Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading"
YouTube Link 2024-10-02T16:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What If The Spanish Armada Had Won The US Would Not Exist & The World Would Speak Spanish Today James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of history's most storied naval fleets and failed conquests. The Spanish Armada set sail for England with the hope of invading removing Queen Elizabeth I and reinstating Catholicism. Yet the English were ready - engaging and pursuing them in the Channel. It meant the Spanish were forced to flee into the North Sea and navigate back home via the Northern British and Irish coast. It was disastrous leading"
YouTube Link 2024-12-20T15:47Z 70.5K followers, 76.8K engagements
"Operation Desert Storm: What If Saddam Hussein FELL In [----] The Middle East Would Change FOREVER James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and former British Foreign Office diplomat Tim Dowse to discuss one of the most remarkable military operations of modern times: Desert Storm. The Gulf War was a war of firsts: high tech weaponry 24-hour news broadcasting and lightning speed efficiency from the Americans. The ground offensive was over in a matter of [---] hours to liberate Kuwait and decimate Saddam Hussein's Iraqi Army. Yet what if the U.S. had gone even further and removed"
YouTube Link 2025-02-07T17:20Z 70.5K followers, 28.7K engagements
"How One Bomb Changed The Course Of The Battle Of Midway & Stopped Japan Invading Hawaii In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for Japan's"
YouTube Link 2024-07-24T16:00Z 58.4K followers, 111.3K engagements
"How One Bloody Civil War Battle Prevented New York Becoming The US Capital History Undone delves into what would have happened if the South had won at Gettysburgh. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today"
YouTube Link 2024-08-07T17:00Z 18.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Top [--] MIND-BLOWING Conspiracy Theories That Shook World Secrets Scandals & Mysteries UNCOVERED From dark secrets to shocking mysteries these conspiracy theories have left their mark on history and continue to ignite fierce debates. Join James Hanson as he delves into the most controversial conspiracy theories that have captivated millions challenged beliefs and in some cases changed the world. These arent just rumours theyre stories that shaped history fuelled by suspicion intrigue and unanswered questions. Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] most controversial conspiracy theories of all"
YouTube Link 2024-11-19T12:22Z 26.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Why did People REALLY Fight in The American Civil War Garry Adelman chief historian of the American Battlefield Trust looks at the American Civil war. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T08:44Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"From Yamato To USS Nautilus: The Deadliest Battleships In Naval History From unstoppable firepower to revolutionary design these warships are among the most destructive forces ever to sail the seas. Join James Hanson as he explores some of the most formidable warships that have left their mark on naval history. These vessels werent just machines - they were game-changers reshaping naval strategy and leaving trails of devastation in their wake. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] most destructive warships of all time. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T13:02Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"How The Assassination Of Franz Ferdinand Launched The Greatest War The World Has Known The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28th [----] will forever be remembered as one of the key turning points in twentieth-century world history. In this episode of Historic Crimes Undone we delve into how the assassination of the Archduke not only ignited World War I but also set in motion a series of events that transformed global politics economies and societies for the next century laying the groundwork for modern history. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T16:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like This is History Undone 00:00 Introduction 01:42 The Revolutionary War 12:10 The Battle of Yorktown Explained 27:06 Could the British have won at Yorktown 37:54 Effect on the Revolution 41:15 A"
YouTube Link 2024-11-08T17:30Z 25.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Japan NEVER Attacked Pearl Harbor December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral Yamamoto made a critical decision to gain further"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T15:29Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If Hitler Had Successfully Invaded Russia By the summer of [----] Nazi Germany is in near total control of continental Europe. A year earlier the German blitzkrieg swept through Belgium the Netherlands and France and forced the British Expeditionary Force to evacuate at Dunkirk. Then by [----] Hungary Romania and Bulgaria had all joined the axis and Hitler looked further east despite a non aggression pact with Stalin's Soviet Union Hitler saw his previous success as a blueprint to launch an operation which he thought could bring down the Red Army in a matter of months codename Barbarossa."
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T13:37Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"WW1 Finishes In [----] - First Battle Of Ypres Could Have Changed 20th Century History Forever The First Battle of Ypres in [----] a conflict which began the pattern of trench warfare perhaps it was always going to end in a bloody stalemate yet it's consequences are significant and far reaching. James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to ask what if the battle had played out differently. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T12:16Z 63.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Without The Battle of Monte Cassino [----] - Does Operation Overlord Work James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster James Holland to discuss one of the most brutal and attritional battles of the entire Second World War: The Battle of Monte Cassino. Just how important was it and the Italian campaign as a whole Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T13:49Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Remembrance Day British Army Colonel Explains Why It's More Important Than Ever Former British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon recounts his long career in the military what the poppy means to him and why this year's Remembrance Day is more important than ever. This is Times Radio History. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #remembranceday #remembrancesunday #cenotaph"
YouTube Link 2024-11-09T13:00Z 25.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What If D-Day Had Failed The sixth of June [----] D-Day [--] years on is still the largest amphibious invasion of all time. It's a date that evokes emotion and national pride in equal measure and it not only changed the Second World War but history itself. Yet what if the operation hadn't been a success Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T09:25Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Bat Bombs And EXPLODING Rats💥: Were These The Craziest Weapons of WWII From bat bombs to exploding rats the creativity (and weirdness) of World War ll brought about some of the strangest weapons ever imagined. Join James Hanson as he journeys into the eccentric side of wartime history with some of the strangest most imaginative weapons ever created. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] Weirdest Weapons of World War ll To watch the full episode and more remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndone-s4rsub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T12:03Z 29.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If Napoleon Had Won The Battle Of Waterloo No German Empire A Very Different Europe Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Michael Rowe as they map out the Battle of Waterloo the moment that saw Napoleons dreams shattered and the map of Europe redrawn. Yet what if the French army had won that day Was it even possible And if so what might it have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2025-03-28T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 98.8K engagements
"Could The British Have Lost The Battle Of Trafalgar Napoleon Bonaparte faces an enemy away from the east and across the English Channel in the guise of Britain and its feared Royal Navy led by Vice Admiral Lord Nelson. But the French aren't alone. Allied with Spain Vice Admiral Pierre Charles Villeneuve has both French and Spanish fleets at his disposal. Nelson knows these need to be destroyed and this culminates in a dramatic battle off on Spain's southwest coast Trafalgar. What could have happened if the British lost Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T11:36Z 63.2K followers, [---] engagements
"What If The Arab Coalition WON The Six-Day War - Would Israel even EXIST today The Six-Day War of [----] was a historic victory for the state of Israel. Surrounded by hostile neighbours the Israelis launched a preemptive strike and routed the combined forces of Egypt Jordan and Syria seizing vast territories including the Sinai peninsula the Gaza Strip the West Bank and the Golan Heights. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Matthew Hughes as they replay the Six-Day War a lightning conflict that changed the Middle East forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-17T16:44Z 70.5K followers, 35.3K engagements
"What If The South Won At Gettysburg Slavery Could Continue Until The 20th Century It's July 1st [----] and one small town in Pennsylvania is about to have its name etched into American folklore Gettysburg. Over the course of the next three days over [------] troops from the union and the Confederate forces would engage in the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War and despite the conflict continuing for nearly two more years the Battle of Gettysburg is considered a turning point marking the end of General Robert E. Lee's plans to invade the North and bring the war to a close. But what if"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T16:00Z 21.1K followers, 22.5K engagements
"Medieval Castle Myths DEBUNKED Sword Fights DID NOT Happen On Staircases James Hanson is joined by the archaeologist Dr James Wright to debunk five myths about castles. From spiral staircases to defenders pouring hot oil on attacks castles are shrouded in myth. Dr Wright's book new book 'Historic Building Mythbusting' is out now: https://triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/historic-building-mythbusting-by-james-wright/ #history #mythbusters #mythbusting #myths #castle #historyfacts"
YouTube Link 2024-11-13T16:00Z 25.8K followers, [----] engagements
"If America Had LOST The Battle Of Midway: 'Japan Invades Hawaii And Russia Struggles To Fight On' In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences"
YouTube Link 2024-06-28T16:30Z 62.7K followers, 233.6K engagements
"Hawaii At RISK What If Japan Had An Invasion Force To Accompany Pearl Harbor December [----] and the United States is still not on a military footing in the Second World War. An isolationist never again sentiment after World War [--]. Public opinion and the economic situation at home saw the US merely provide the allies with the supplies and assistance they needed from [----]. Yet in the Pacific tensions with Japan have been growing for the best part of a decade. Japanese expansionism saw invasions of Manchuria and French Indochina. And on the seventh of December [----] Japanese Admiral Yamamoto made"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T09:18Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If Hitler Had Successfully Invaded Russia Germany Invades Britain & Dominates Europe By the summer of [----] Nazi Germany is in near total control of continental Europe. A year earlier the German blitzkrieg swept through Belgium the Netherlands and France and forced the British Expeditionary Force to evacuate at Dunkirk. Then by [----] Hungary Romania and Bulgaria had all joined the axis and Hitler looked further east despite a non aggression pact with Stalin's Soviet Union Hitler saw his previous success as a blueprint to launch an operation which he thought could bring down the Red Army in"
YouTube Link 2024-07-19T16:00Z 61.5K followers, 316.2K engagements
"Dunkirk - The Battle That Changed World History Encircled by the Germans in North-West France the Battle of Arras 21st May [----] was an Allied counter-attack which allowed French and British troops to be evacuated at Dunkirk. But what if Arras had never happened Would Dunkirk have failed Would Churchill have resigned Would Russia have been defeated Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T10:34Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The historical parallels between Tommy Robinson & Oswald Mosley AN Wilson Historian A.N. Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind for their regular feature 'If only we'd known' which takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today they discuss whether their are any similarities between Tommy Robinson and Oswald Mosley's Union of Fascists. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"These Are The Weirdest Tanks In History From bizarre prototypes to some of the strangest concepts ever put into action these tanks represent the most outlandish designs in military history. Join James Hanson as he explores the strangest tanks that defied convention and pushed the limits of engineering - sometimes with disastrous results.Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] weirdest tanks in history Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #timesradio #thetimes #tanks"
YouTube Link 2024-10-21T15:00Z 63.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Battle At Gettysburg - Could Slavery Have Continued Until The 20th Century It's July 1st [----] and one small town in Pennsylvania is about to have its name etched into American folklore Gettysburg. Over the course of the next three days over [------] troops from the union and the Confederate forces would engage in the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War and despite the conflict continuing for nearly two more years the Battle of Gettysburg is considered a turning point marking the end of General Robert E. Lee's plans to invade the North and bring the war to a close. Welcome to Time"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T09:54Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"If The Allies LOST Battle Of The Atlantic Atomic Bombs Would be Dropped on Germany Drachinifel James Hanson is joined by @Drachinifel and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the longest continuous battle of the Second World War: The Battle of the Atlantic. Between [----] and [----] both merchant and navy ships were attacked in the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. Yet after [--] years and [--] months the might of the Royal Navy helped the allies win here. So what if the Germans had won This is History Undone Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History:"
YouTube Link 2024-11-22T17:00Z 26.8K followers, 27.1K engagements
"What If Germany Won The Battle Of Britain James is joined by Dr Chris Parry and Chris Copson to discuss the Battle of Britain and what could have happened if Germany won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T15:00Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Quick Draw Pistol Duels Were NOT Common Wild West Myths Debunked James is joined by the historian author and musician Mark Lee Gardner to bust some of the most common myths about the American Frontier or the Wild West. Was Jesse James a Robin Hood type figure How common were duels This is Times Radio History. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have"
YouTube Link 2024-11-27T19:30Z 27K followers, [----] engagements
"How One Bloody Civil War Battle Prevented New York Becoming The US Capital Experts delves into what would have happened if the South had won at Gettysburgh Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. Subscribe here:"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T09:04Z 63.4K followers, [--] engagements
"Would The US Have Dropped Dozens More Atomic Bombs On Japan James is joined by Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall to ask: what if Japan defeated the US in The Guadalcanal campaign which was a major six month long series of land sea and air battles in the Pacific theatre of war. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T10:26Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Was He Racist Winston Churchill Myths DEBUNKED With Professor David Reynolds James Hanson is joined by Professor David Reynolds Emeritus Professor of International History at Christ's College Cambridge to debunk [--] myths about Winston Churchill. Was Gallipoli all his fault Was he racist How did Hitler help shape his greatness This is Times Radio History Myth-busting Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #ww2 #winstonchurchill #war #history #historychannel #mythbusters"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T16:00Z 63.4K followers, 33.7K engagements
"Romania Was NEVER Occupied By Nazi Germany Debunking Romanian WW2 Myths James is joined by the historian and expert in Romanian WW2 history Grant Harward to debunk five myths about the period. They cover Nazi 'occupation' the Romanian army and even the Battle of Stalingrad. Remember to subscribe to Times Radio History: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if' along with mythbusting. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes"
YouTube Link 2024-10-17T16:30Z 19.4K followers, [----] engagements
"How One Bomb Changed The Course Of The Battle Of Midway AND Stopped Japan Invading Hawaii In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T14:07Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"If The Romans WON The Battle Of Teutoburg Forest. Would The Nazis Still Rise To Power James Hanson is joined by Dr Adrian Goldsworthy and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the Roman Empire's worst and most humiliating defeats: The Battle of Teutoburg Forest. Only a handful of Roman troops managed to escape here as they were massacred by the Germanic tribes led by Arminius and the battle's impact on history is bigger than you might think. This is History Undone. #history #gladiator #gladiator2"
YouTube Link 2024-11-15T17:30Z 26K followers, 10.9K engagements
"Could The Battle Of The Bulge Have Gone Differently Chris Copson and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry join James as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T14:23Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What If Marlborough Had LOST The Battle Of Blenheim Ottomans Push Into Europe & No Rise Of Prussia James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the military historian Andrew Robertshaw to discuss a battle which shaped the future of Europe for years to come: Blenheim. This day long conflict was part of the War of Spanish Succession which saw the Grand Alliance of England the Dutch Republic & Austria try to prevent Louis XIV from uniting the thrones of France & Spain. Yet the battle's impact is far greater than that. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-24T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 18K engagements
"What If Hitler Had Won Battle Of The Bulge James Hanson historian and researcher at the Tank museum Chris Copson along with historian and author Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry look at Hitler's last roll of the dice The Battle of the Bulge. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T12:45Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"If Allies Win Market Garden.Would The Nazi Germans Win The Bulge James Hanson is joined by Chris Copson and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry as they discuss the Battle of Arnhem and the wider consequences of Operation Market Garden. Would the war have ended sooner Would the Battle of the Bulge have gone differently Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T14:16Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"US Navy Was NEVER Outnumbered - Battle Of Midway Myths BUSTED James Hanson is joined by the WW2 scholar and the world's foremost Midway expert Jonathan Parshall. They discuss if the U.S. was really outnumbered at Midway. Did Japan really have a counter attack ready to go And how significant was the battle to the outcome of the war Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T12:03Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The Battle of The Somme: How its Deadly Impact Went Far Beyond The Battlefield James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War: the Somme. The first day is infamous for being the deadliest day in British Army history but after months the allies did achieve a semi-strategic victory of sorts. The costs were heavy however and can the battle really be considered a turning point Perhaps not but its impact stretches far beyond the battlefield. This is History Undone. Remember"
YouTube Link 2024-12-24T12:37Z 70.5K followers, 46.1K engagements
"The Battle Of Jutland: How Britain Should Have 'ANNIHILATED' Germany's Fleet & Won EASILY James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. So just how significant was it and should it have ended differently This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@HistoryUndonewithJamesHansonsub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson"
YouTube Link 2024-12-13T15:19Z 56.3K followers, 150.7K engagements
"Top [--] MIND-BLOWING Conspiracy Theories That Shook World Secrets Scandals & Mysteries UNCOVERED From dark secrets to shocking mysteries these conspiracy theories have left their mark on history and continue to ignite fierce debates. Join James Hanson as he delves into the most controversial conspiracy theories that have captivated millions challenged beliefs and in some cases changed the world. These arent just rumours theyre stories that shaped history fuelled by suspicion intrigue and unanswered questions.Welcome to our countdown of the top [--] most controversial conspiracy theories of all"
YouTube Link 2024-11-18T16:00Z 26.1K followers, [----] engagements
"If America LOST The Battle Of Midway To Japan In early June of [----] the might of the Imperial Japanese Navy steams towards Midway a [---] square mile piece of US territory Tokyo commands its fearsome carrier group to seize the strategic foothold sever vital supply lines and cripple the Allied war effort. But unbeknownst to them code breakers have intercepted the order and alerted the US Pacific Fleet. Within days the island that Hawaiians call the backbone of heaven would become the setting for a hellish battle with devastating consequences for Japan's Pacific ambitions. The Battle of Midway"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T10:59Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Why the Battle of Jutland was actually a FAILURE for Britain #history #historyundone #historychannel James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts"
YouTube Link 2025-05-15T12:39Z 70.5K followers, 15.1K engagements
"Romanian WW2 Myths DEBUNKED - Romania Was NEVER Occupied By Nazi Germany James is joined by the historian and expert in Romanian WW2 history Grant Harward to debunk five myths about the period. They cover Nazi 'occupation' the Romanian army and even the Battle of Stalingrad Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T11:44Z 63.4K followers, [----] engagements
"They were BRAVE and FEARSOME Debunking WWII Italian Army Myths Today on History Undone Mythbusters James Hanson is joined by Dr Walter Zapotoczny author of 'The Italian Army in North Africa' as they breakdown the top [--] myths about the Italian army in WW2. Remember to subscribe to History Undone with James Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesRadioHistorysub_confirmation=1 #history #ww2 #worldwar2"
YouTube Link 2024-09-11T16:30Z 21.1K followers, 59.7K engagements
"What If Saladin Was Killed At The Battle Of Hattin The Third Crusade WOULDN'T Have Happened The Battle of Hattin a pivotal conflict during the Crusades unfolded on July the 4th [----]. It happened at the crossroads of three continents in some of the most fought over terrain in history near the Horns of Hattin in modern-day Israel. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry - and for the first time on the show Professor of the History of the Crusades at Royal Holloway University Jonathan Phillips as they delve into this monumental engagement between the Crusader states and the Muslim forces"
YouTube Link 2025-01-03T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 22.3K engagements
"Would D-Day Have Happened If Germany Had WON The Battle Of Kursk It was one of a number of Soviet victories over Germany on the Eastern front in WW2 but would a German victory in Kursk have changed the outcome of the war and history itself James is joined by historian Jonathan Trigg and Rear-Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the largest battle in the history of warfare. Welcome to Times Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and"
YouTube Link 2024-10-29T11:13Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"How A German Victory At Stalingrad Could've Seen Japan Declare WAR On The Soviet Union The Battle of Stalingrad - the biggest and bloodiest battle of all time. James Hanson historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster Jon Trigg discuss and examine what happened and how things may have transpired if the Germans had won. Welcome to Time Radio History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2024-10-23T11:25Z 63.4K followers, [---] engagements
"What if Germany Won at Stalingrad - Britain's Global Empire Could Crumble This latest episode of History Undone covers the Battle of Stalingrad - the biggest and bloodiest battle of all time - and how things may have transpired if the Germans had won. Joining James Hanson are the historian and author Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and historian author and broadcaster Jon Trigg. 00:00 - Introduction 01:43 - State of the war in [----] 05:50 - Battle of Stalingrad explained 22:14 - Could the Germans have won 31:11 - Could German supply lines have been saved 34:35 - Was Stalingrad doomed from the"
YouTube Link 2024-08-09T16:30Z 23K followers, 88.3K engagements
"What if Russia had WON the Battle of Tsushima No Pearl Harbor & a totally different WWI On this episodes of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry & @Drachinifel discuss one of the most important moments of naval warfare: The Battle of Tsushima. The encounter that effectively ended the Russo-Japanese war of 1904-1905 it was a catastrophic defeat for Russia and Tsar Nicholas II. Victory saw a changing of the guard on the seas in the Far East meaning Japan was now the dominant naval power - the ripples of that of course lingered long after the beginning of the 20th century."
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 58K engagements
"What if Germany had won the WWI U-boat campaign The whole world order changes On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most overlooked arenas of the First World War: the Atlantic theatre. Often called the 'first battle of the Atlantic' the German U-boat campaign seriously threatened to starve Britain out of the war yet only brief periods of unrestricted submarine warfare in [----] and [----] meant this did not come to pass. Had it happened could we be looking at an entire new world order in the 20th Century"
YouTube Link 2026-01-19T17:50Z 70.5K followers, 47.2K engagements
"What if Germany had taken Moscow in WWII Stalin would have met with an accident History Undone On today's History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider and Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of Adolf Hitler's most critical decisions of the Second World War. During the early days of Operation Barbarossa he made an order for army groups to split north and south rather than push on and head straight for Moscow seeing the capital as a secondary objective. By the time mere months later the Nazis' diverted their attentions back here it was already too late. So what if they had"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T16:15Z 70.5K followers, 86.1K engagements
"What if France had Won The Battle of Agincourt History Undone with Drachinifel It's the 25th of October [----] St Crispin's Day and a small stretch of land in northern France is about to have its name etched into legend. The Battle of Agincourt was a monumental and historic victory for the English over the French who despite being heavily outnumbered came out on top. Yet a battle that took place over the course of just one day could have altered the course of history. So what if the French had won that day Would England have left the continent and become a maritime power much early What happens"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T20:05Z 70.5K followers, 48.1K engagements
"What if The Germans had Escaped from Stalingrad History Undone Its the 24th of December [----] Christmas Eve. In the depths of the ruins of Stalingrad all German hope of rescue has been extinguished. On this special Christmas edition of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Dr Klaus Schmider & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss the horrors of the encirclement or the 'kessel' at Stalingrad. German troops found themselves trapped within four days but Adolf Hitler ordered them to stay put. Thousands died due to starvation and freezing temperatures so in late December Operation Winter Storm"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T23:37Z 70.5K followers, 102.3K engagements
"Antisemitism is woven through history Bianca Nobilo on new show 'History Uncensored' Bianca Nobilo host of the new YouTube channel 'History Uncensored' joined Times Radio to discuss what's coming up on her show and how she wants to approach historical events in the context of what is happening today. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T14:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The WW2 'nightmare scenario' of Japan & Nazi Germany ruling India & the Middle East From this episode of History Undone that looked at whether Japan could have overthrown India during World War [--] and pushed on even further Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T10:39Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Japan had Successfully Invaded India in WW2 A geopolitical disaster On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Jonathan Parshall discuss one of the most overlooked campaigns of the Second World War: Burma and the South East Asian theatre. Japan occupied the nation from [----] until [----] and despite pushing on for a failed invasion of India in [----] there was an opportunity two years earlier that Japan did not take. So what if Imperial Japan had pushed on and successfully invaded the jewel in the crown of the British Empire This is History Undone."
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T15:40Z 70.5K followers, 57.8K engagements
"What if The Russian Revolution Failed The Most Significant Event in Modern History Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Anna Reid to discuss arguably one of the most consequential what ifs of the 20th Century and beyond: the October Revolution in [----] and subsequent Russian Civil War. It not only ended centuries of tsarist rule and pulled Russia out of the First World War but led to the creation of the Soviet Union and its most famous figures. Without the Bolshevik victory would we still have World War [--] the Cold War the space race or the rise of Putin This is History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T01:55Z 70.5K followers, 43.8K engagements
"UK migration & asylum plans are very similar to 1950s Germany On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind about the 1950s policy in West Germany of Gastarbeiter or 'guest workers' that helped the nation rebuild as an economic power after the war. He says the UK Government's new migration plans announced this week bare some resemblance to that previous idea. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T17:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What if Robert E Lee had fought for the Union He could become President On this episode of History Undone Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Timothy Orr to discuss Robert E Lee's decision to fight for the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Considered the south's finest general Lee was actually offered command of the Union's forces in Virginia by President Abraham Lincoln but he would not fight against his home state that had seceded just a day earlier. So what if he had made that monumental decision and become Lee the Union general instead This is History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T19:00Z 70.5K followers, 38.8K engagements
"Theyve got form A brief history of the BBC and its scandals On today's edition of 'If Only We'd Known' Hugo Rifkind and AN Wilson discuss the ongoing crisis at the BBC amid the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit from President. Yet as the two discuss this is by far the first issue at the public broadcaster throughout history. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T17:01Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Unknown Warriors Over half a million WW1 British troops have no known grave John Nichol Former RAF Officer and author of 'The Unknown Warrior' John Nichol tells Hugo Rifkind why he was inspired to write the book after seeing the famous grave in Westminster Abbey. Ahead of Armistice Day he says it is more important than ever to remember those troops who have given their lives. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"He was a horrible man Andrew is not the first Royal to be exiled in history On today's edition of If Only We'd Known historian AN Wilson tells Hugo Rifkind what Andrew can learn from history on members of the Royal Family to be placed into virtual exile. Andrew is by no means the first with one during Queen Victoria's reign particular noteworthy. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T15:00Z 70.5K followers, 29.4K engagements
"What If The Gunpowder Plot Had Succeeded 'This is the 9/11 of The 17th Century.' History Undone's brand new host Darryl Morris is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Anna Whitelock to discuss one of the most mythologised events in British history: The Gunpowder Plot. Guy Fawkes' name has become the stuff of legend yet he was just part of a group of [--] conspirators who in [----] planted [--] barrels of gunpowder beneath Parliament with the goal of assassinating King James I and everyone else in there that day. Of course the plot failed and those in Britain still 'remember remember"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T20:51Z 70.5K followers, 49.1K engagements
"The 19th century sex scandal that shook the Royal Family before Prince Andrew & Epstein Historian AN Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind to compare the most recent Prince Andrew revelations with a historical royal scandal. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had on the world today. History Undone"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T16:28Z 70.5K followers, 12.3K engagements
"It was really grim The Inside Story of Hitlers U-Boat Warfare Historian and author Roger Moorhouse joined Times Radio's Hugo Rifkind to discuss his brand new book 'Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War'. Was The Battle of the Atlantic as dangerous to the allies as Churchill feared What were conditions like on board Was everyone on board actually a Nazi Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at history's biggest moments. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T16:05Z 70.5K followers, 10.5K engagements
"The historical parallels between Tommy Robinson & Oswald Mosley AN Wilson Historian A.N. Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind for their regular feature 'If only we'd known' which takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today they discuss whether their are any similarities between Tommy Robinson and Oswald Mosley's Union of Fascists. Welcome to Times Radio History a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T16:30Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Gunboat diplomacy What Britains new Foreign Secretary can learn from history AN Wilson New to the Times Radio History YouTube channel presenter Hugo Rifkind's weekly segment 'If Only We'd Known' with historian AN Wilson takes a modern day story and looks back into the past to ask what if anything we've learned. Today it's the appointment of a new Foreign Secretary to the British Government. #history #labour #foreignsecretary History Undone history undone HistoryUndone historyundone history historical fiction World War [--] World War [--] WW2 WW1 hitler churchill james hanson James Hanson somme d"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T15:52Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What if The Ottomans had WON The Great Siege of Malta No Battle of Lepanto or New Holy League This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Marcus Bull to discuss one of the most famous and mythologised battles of the 16th century period: The Great Siege of Malta in [----]. It was a fierce battle between empires faiths and ideals as the greatly outnumbered Christian Knights Hospitaller which had been headquartered on the island for [--] years held out"
YouTube Link 2025-09-03T17:07Z 70.5K followers, 20.9K engagements
"What if the Dunkirk Evacuation had FAILED Do British Forces Ever Return to Europe This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historical consultant on Christopher Nolan's [----] movie 'Dunkirk' Joshua Levine to describe the miraculous evacuation of British and French troops in [----]. In what was actually a crushing military defeat the highly unusual plan was carried out with an extraordinary level of success and contributed to Britain's decision to fight"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T15:44Z 70.5K followers, 73.2K engagements
"What if Germany DID NOT declare war on the US in [----] The atomic bomb is dropped on Berlin This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Klaus Schmider to discuss the monumental decision that has been debated by historians for decades: Adolf Hitler's declaration of war against the US after Pearl Harbour. Was it a necessary action that he needed to take or a devastating mistake which cost Germany the war It is undoubtedly one that had he not made the Second"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T20:30Z 70.5K followers, 163.1K engagements
"What if Britain had made peace with Germany in [----] "A DISASTER for the world" This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss what could have happened had Britain sued for peace with Nazi Germany after the disastrous fall of France in May [----]. There were some in Britain who were certainly keen on the idea but the appointment of Winston Churchill not Lord Halifax as prime minister was just one reason that assured this alternate timeline"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 97.8K engagements
"What if America had never joined WWI The 20th Century as we know it does NOT happen This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most profound what ifs of 20th century history - the decision by the US to enter the First World War in [----]. Without the nation's involvement does Germany rule much of Eastern Europe do you still see the rise of the Nazis and are the US and UK allies today This is History Undone."
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T21:09Z 70.5K followers, 78.1K engagements
"What if Britain had LOST The Falklands War The end of Thatcher & a different Cold War This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad On today's History Undone the team cover the Falklands War in [----] and James Hanson is joined by arguably two of the best placed people on earth to discuss the conflict. Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry served and even fired the first shots in the conflict and Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman wrote the official history of the war. Yet what if Argentina had secured an unlikely victory here"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T16:00Z 70.5K followers, 83K engagements
"What If The US Had LOST The Battle Of The Coral Sea The Entire Pacific War Changes Drachinifel This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the most oft-overlooked engagements of the Second World War: the Battle of the Coral Sea. It was the world's first carrier-to-carrier battle with no ships actually catching sight of each other across the four day conflict. While the Battle of Midway that followed has gone"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T00:26Z 70.5K followers, 109.8K engagements
"What If Malta Had Fallen in WW2 Soviets Push into Europe & Nazis Rule North Africa This episode of History Undone is sponsored by Visit Malta. To find out more information head to https://visitmalta.com #ad James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Niall Barr to discuss one of the most overlooked but brutal campaigns of the Second World War: The Siege of Malta. Between [----] and [----] the tiny Mediterranean island came under a relentless siege from the Axis and was the most bombed place on Earth. It still holds the record for longest period of sustained bombing ever:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T11:48Z 70.5K followers, 47.9K engagements
"How Close Did The 'Big Three' Alliance Come to BREAKING Down James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences"
YouTube Link 2025-07-10T14:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Did Britain Actually WANT to go to War in WW1 James Hanson is joined by Professor Alexander Watson & Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry to discuss one of the enduring questions of the First World War. what if Britain hadn't joined the conflict Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact those differences might have had"
YouTube Link 2025-07-10T14:22Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Why the Battle of Jutland was actually a FAILURE for Britain #history #historyundone #historychannel James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the YouTuber and naval historian @Drachinifel to discuss the Battle of Jutland. It was the largest naval battle of the First World War and the only time the British and German fleets went head to head. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts"
YouTube Link 2025-05-15T12:39Z 70.5K followers, 15.1K engagements
"What If The Allies Had Broken Apart In WW2 Totalitarian Rule Dominates Europe James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Tim Bouverie for this episode of History Undone discussing the unlikely alliance of 'the big three' in the Second World War. Britain the United States and the Soviet Union were divided by culture and ideology but united against a common enemy in Nazi Germany. Tim Bouverie joins the show to discuss the themes explored in his new book 'Allies at War: The Politics of Defeating Hitler' which is out now. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-05-01T22:36Z 70.5K followers, 71.1K engagements
"Hitlers Wonder Weapons Would Germany Have Won WW2 If These Were Ready Sooner James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss the German wunderwaffe or 'wonder weapons'. Hitler's Germany was responsible for some remarkable advances in military engineering from long-range ballistic missiles to the world's first ever jet powered fighter plane. However Nazi ambition far outweighed the country's wartime capacities and many of these weapons were not available until too late on in the war. So what if these had been ready sooner - could it have made a significant"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T03:56Z 70.5K followers, 80.2K engagements
"What If Napoleon Had Won The Battle Of Waterloo No German Empire A Very Different Europe Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Dr Michael Rowe as they map out the Battle of Waterloo the moment that saw Napoleons dreams shattered and the map of Europe redrawn. Yet what if the French army had won that day Was it even possible And if so what might it have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current"
YouTube Link 2025-03-28T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 98.8K engagements
"What If Hitler Had Never Broken The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact A New Cold War Would Erupt For this episode of History Undone James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Roger Moorhouse to discuss one of the most significant moments at the beginning of the Second World War. Despite their huge differences and animosity in August [----] Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty otherwise known as the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Yet with Operation Barbarossa and the invasion of the Soviet Union in [----] Hitler betrayed that trust. Yet what if he hadn't and what if it"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T23:55Z 70.5K followers, 99.7K engagements
"What If Britain Had Never Entered WWI And Why It Shouldnt Have History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss a much debated historical sliding doors moment: Britain's decision to enter the First World War. Was it the right one or would Britain and her Empire have been better off focusing on its own concerns Those are questions for our experts as they examine the alternate timeline had Britain not have made this critical decision in August [----]. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-02-28T16:51Z 70.5K followers, 205.1K engagements
"Operation Unthinkable: Would It Have Caused World War [--] Churchills Secret Plan To Defeat Stalin On this episode of History Undone James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the historian Jonathan Walker author of Operation Unthinkable: The Third World War. They discuss this daring controversial and top secret plan by Winston Churchill to attack the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War. Of course the plan was never put into action and perhaps was never intended to be. Yet what if the allies had implemented Operation Unthinkable and attacked Stalin head on"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T15:04Z 70.5K followers, 113.9K engagements
"What If The Allies Declared War In [----] Over Czechoslovakia WW2 Would NOT HAPPEN As We Know It James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Nigel Jones to discuss one of the most important events in the lead up to the Second World War: the Nazi annexation of the Sudetenland and eventual invasion of the entirety of Czechoslovakia. This provocation was met with appeasement by the allies and approved by the signing of the Munich Agreement. Yet what if Britain & France had instead declared war right there and then in [----] Would WW2 as we know it even have happened at all Remember to"
YouTube Link 2025-02-14T16:57Z 70.5K followers, 103.2K engagements
"Operation Desert Storm: What If Saddam Hussein FELL In [----] The Middle East Would Change FOREVER James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and former British Foreign Office diplomat Tim Dowse to discuss one of the most remarkable military operations of modern times: Desert Storm. The Gulf War was a war of firsts: high tech weaponry 24-hour news broadcasting and lightning speed efficiency from the Americans. The ground offensive was over in a matter of [---] hours to liberate Kuwait and decimate Saddam Hussein's Iraqi Army. Yet what if the U.S. had gone even further and removed"
YouTube Link 2025-02-07T17:20Z 70.5K followers, 28.7K engagements
"What if The Nazi Invasion of Norway Had Failed No Blitzkrieg & Churchill May Not Rise to Power James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the naval historian and YouTuber @Drachinifel to discuss one of the more forgotten campaigns of the early Second World War: Norway. Yet while it might seem inconsequential in the long run this period between Spring and Summer of [----] helped set the tone for the next few years of the entire conflict. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 Welcome to History Undone with"
YouTube Link 2025-01-31T18:30Z 70.5K followers, 80.3K engagements
"What If Marlborough Had LOST The Battle Of Blenheim Ottomans Push Into Europe & No Rise Of Prussia James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the military historian Andrew Robertshaw to discuss a battle which shaped the future of Europe for years to come: Blenheim. This day long conflict was part of the War of Spanish Succession which saw the Grand Alliance of England the Dutch Republic & Austria try to prevent Louis XIV from uniting the thrones of France & Spain. Yet the battle's impact is far greater than that. This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-24T17:00Z 70.5K followers, 18K engagements
"What If The Arab Coalition WON The Six-Day War - Would Israel even EXIST today The Six-Day War of [----] was a historic victory for the state of Israel. Surrounded by hostile neighbours the Israelis launched a preemptive strike and routed the combined forces of Egypt Jordan and Syria seizing vast territories including the Sinai peninsula the Gaza Strip the West Bank and the Golan Heights. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Matthew Hughes as they replay the Six-Day War a lightning conflict that changed the Middle East forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-17T16:44Z 70.5K followers, 35.3K engagements
"What If Stauffenbergs Bomb Had Killed Hitler How Operation Valkyrie Could Have Ended Nazi Regime On July [--] [----] Claus von Stauffenberg led one of World War IIs most daring resistance plots: assassinate Adolf Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime. But what if the bomb had worked What if the coup had succeeded and the resistance had taken control of Germany Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr. Chris Parry and historian Nigel Jones as they uncover the bold plan that could have changed the course of history forever. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-10T10:17Z 70.5K followers, 216.1K engagements
"What If Saladin Was Killed At The Battle Of Hattin The Third Crusade WOULDN'T Have Happened The Battle of Hattin a pivotal conflict during the Crusades unfolded on July the 4th [----]. It happened at the crossroads of three continents in some of the most fought over terrain in history near the Horns of Hattin in modern-day Israel. Join James Hanson Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry - and for the first time on the show Professor of the History of the Crusades at Royal Holloway University Jonathan Phillips as they delve into this monumental engagement between the Crusader states and the Muslim forces"
YouTube Link 2025-01-03T17:30Z 70.5K followers, 22.3K engagements
"The Battle of The Somme: How its Deadly Impact Went Far Beyond The Battlefield James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War: the Somme. The first day is infamous for being the deadliest day in British Army history but after months the allies did achieve a semi-strategic victory of sorts. The costs were heavy however and can the battle really be considered a turning point Perhaps not but its impact stretches far beyond the battlefield. This is History Undone. Remember"
YouTube Link 2024-12-24T12:37Z 70.5K followers, 46.1K engagements
"The Christmas Truce of [----] What If World War I Really Had Ended By Christmas James Hanson is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and Professor Alexander Watson to discuss one of the most enduring yet heavily mythologised stories of military history. It is of course the Christmas truce. Yet among the myth busting they ask a separate question: what if the war had been over by Christmas as many thought in [----] This is History Undone. Remember to subscribe to History Undone: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsHistoryUndonesub_confirmation=1 #ww1 #christmas #christmastruce #history History Undone"
YouTube Link 2024-12-23T12:20Z 70.5K followers, 35.8K engagements
"What If The Spanish Armada Had Won The US Would Not Exist & The World Would Speak Spanish Today James Hanson is joined once again by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and @Drachinifel to discuss one of history's most storied naval fleets and failed conquests. The Spanish Armada set sail for England with the hope of invading removing Queen Elizabeth I and reinstating Catholicism. Yet the English were ready - engaging and pursuing them in the Channel. It meant the Spanish were forced to flee into the North Sea and navigate back home via the Northern British and Irish coast. It was disastrous leading"
YouTube Link 2024-12-20T15:47Z 70.5K followers, 76.8K engagements
"How The Assassination Of Franz Ferdinand Launched The Greatest War The World Has Known The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28th [----] will forever be remembered as one of the key turning points in twentieth-century world history. In this episode of Historic Crimes Undone we delve into how the assassination of the Archduke not only ignited World War I but also set in motion a series of events that transformed global politics economies and societies for the next century laying the groundwork for modern history. Remember to subscribe to History Undone:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T16:00Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"From Yamato To USS Nautilus: The Deadliest Battleships In Naval History From unstoppable firepower to revolutionary design these warships are among the most destructive forces ever to sail the seas. Join James Hanson as he explores some of the most formidable warships that have left their mark on naval history. These vessels werent just machines - they were game-changers reshaping naval strategy and leaving trails of devastation in their wake. Welcome to our countdown of the Top [--] most destructive warships of all time. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T13:02Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Remembrance Day British Army Colonel Explains Why It's More Important Than Ever Former British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon recounts his long career in the military what the poppy means to him and why this year's Remembrance Day is more important than ever. Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading historians and current military experts and tacticians to see what might have happened differently and more importantly what impact"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T12:26Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What If Britain WON The Siege Of Yorktown America May NEVER Become a Republic James is joined by Rear Admiral Dr Chris Parry and the double-Pulitzer Prize winning historian Professor Alan Taylor to discuss the Siege of Yorktown in [----]. It was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War but just how significant was it and what might a British victory here have looked like Welcome to History Undone with James Hanson a channel that looks back at pivotal moments and asks 'What if'. We'll be looking at key battles strategic decisions and political outcomes with leading"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T12:16Z 70.5K followers, [----] engagements
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