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The Pall Mall Gazette emphasizes the poignant blend of horror and glory that Mr. Wood’s soldiers convey. This deeply affecting book, praised by the Westminster Gazette, collects a range of poignant, whimsical, and harrowing tales that resonate with anyone who has a heart. As the Daily Telegraph aptly states, these soldiers’ stories will stir your emotions and serve as both an inspiration and a memorial.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69322032</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:58:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69322032/001_introduction.mp3" length="1408000" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Walter Wood</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Experience a powerful collection of authentic accounts from privates and non-commissioned officers that reveal the raw truth of war. 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