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Tale of a Tank, and Other Yarns

Podcast by Harold Ashton

English

History & religion

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During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

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18 episodes

episode 018 - Random Sketches - Parts 19 to 22 artwork

018 - Random Sketches - Parts 19 to 22

During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

25 Nov 2025 - 44 min
episode 017 - Random Sketches - Parts 16 to 18 artwork

017 - Random Sketches - Parts 16 to 18

During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

24 Nov 2025 - 34 min
episode 016 - Random Sketches - Parts 13 to 15 artwork

016 - Random Sketches - Parts 13 to 15

During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

23 Nov 2025 - 33 min
episode 015 - Random Sketches - Parts 10 to 12 artwork

015 - Random Sketches - Parts 10 to 12

During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

22 Nov 2025 - 38 min
episode 014 - Random Sketches - Parts 7 to 9 artwork

014 - Random Sketches - Parts 7 to 9

During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C

21 Nov 2025 - 32 min
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