John Rhodes on History

WWII - Operation Mission House

In March 1945, 80 years ago this month, the US Air Force launched an attack even more destructive than Hiroshima or Nagasaki. In the episode, John explores the firebombing of Tokyo.

Operation Plate Rack - The Bombing of Dresden

John explores the controversial bombing of the city of Dresden in 1945, 80 years ago this month.

WWII - The Big Three at Yalta

John analyses the Yalta conference and its long-term impact on the Cold War.

WWII - Happy New Year, Ike!

John examines Eisenhower's risks and opportunities at the beginning of 1945.

WWII - A Bridge So Close But Yet Too Far

John examines the joint Anglo-American airborne operation Market Garden, the biggest paratroop operation of Word War II.