Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as they unpack the high-drama moments that shaped our world. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Tom and Dominic delve into the scandalous allegations surrounding Grover Cleveland during the 1884 presidential election, exploring whether he was a victim of a smear campaign or a sexual abuser. They dissect the lurid details of the Maria Halpin affair, including claims of sed...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom explore the intertwined histories of Rochester and Chatham, England, from Roman times to the modern era. Beginning atop Rochester Castle, they discuss Daniel Defoe's observations on the area's historical significance and its cusp of change, highlighting the cont...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the Austro-Hungarian Empire's struggles on the Eastern Front during World War I, focusing on the fortress city of Przemysl. They discuss the disastrous military strategies of General Conrad von Hötzendorf, the ethnic tensions within the empire, and th...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland delve into the often-overlooked Eastern Front of World War I, starting with Austria-Hungary's disastrous campaign against Serbia, marked by ineptitude, brutality, and bizarre decisions like releasing a captured Serbian general. They then shift ...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the harrowing events surrounding the First Battle of Ypres in 1914, dissecting Hitler's account in Mein Kampf and contrasting it with the experiences of British soldiers. They explore the strategic importance of Ypres, the brutal realities of trench w...
In the third episode of "The Rest Is History" podcast series on World War I, Dominic and Tom discuss the events leading up to the Miracle on the Marne. They detail the German advance on Paris, the Allied retreat, and the critical decisions made by key figures like General Joffre and Sir John French. The episode highlig...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the early stages of World War I, specifically focusing on the German invasion of Belgium and the initial involvement of British and French forces on the Western Front. They discuss the prevailing pre-war sentiments, the composition and preparedness of...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the opening stages of World War I, specifically focusing on Germany's invasion of Belgium in August 1914. They analyze the motivations behind Germany's actions, dissecting the Schlieffen Plan and the strategic imperatives driving it, and explore the h...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic Sandbrook and Tom are joined by Professor Robert Coles to discuss the historic 1860 bare-knuckle fight between Tom Sayers and John Heenan. The discussion covers the backgrounds of both fighters, the rules of London prize fighting, the social context of the event, includ...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic Sandbrook and Tom explore the forgotten history of pedestrianism, a 19th-century sport where individuals competed in feats of walking endurance. They focus on Richard Manks's incredible achievement of walking 1,000 miles in 1,000 half-hours at the Kennington Oval in 185...
In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom delve into the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, beginning with John Wilkes Booth's act at Ford's Theatre and its immediate aftermath, including Lincoln's death and the reactions of those present, especially Mary Lincoln and his son Tad. They explore the conspir...
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