<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Soldier Of The Legion; An Englishman's Adventures Under The French Flag in Algeria And Tonquin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soldier-of-the-legion-an-englishman-s-adventures-under-the-french-flag-in-algeria-and-tonquin--7170907</link><description><![CDATA[Embark on an exhilarating journey through the eyes of an Englishman navigating the trials and tribulations of the French Foreign Legion, as suggested by the captivating title. This podcast offers a rich tapestry of adventures set against the backdrop of Algeria and Tonquin, delving into themes of camaraderie, conflict, and cultural exchange. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, immersing listeners in the unique experiences and challenges faced by those who served under the French flag. With vivid depictions of battles and the intriguing dynamics between soldiers and local populations, this is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the complexities of military life in foreign lands. Join us as we invite you to discover a new book with every episode, expanding your horizons and enriching your understanding of a fascinating historical period.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7170907/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Travel Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg</url><title>Soldier Of The Legion; An Englishman's Adventures Under The French Flag in Algeria And Tonquin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soldier-of-the-legion-an-englishman-s-adventures-under-the-french-flag-in-algeria-and-tonquin--7170907</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:30:13 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Travel Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker88@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Embark on an exhilarating journey through the eyes of an Englishman navigating the trials and tribulations of the French Foreign Legion, as suggested by the captivating title. This podcast offers a rich tapestry of adventures set against the backdrop...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Embark on an exhilarating journey through the eyes of an Englishman navigating the trials and tribulations of the French Foreign Legion, as suggested by the captivating title. This podcast offers a rich tapestry of adventures set against the backdrop of Algeria and Tonquin, delving into themes of camaraderie, conflict, and cultural exchange. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, immersing listeners in the unique experiences and challenges faced by those who served under the French flag. With vivid depictions of battles and the intriguing dynamics between soldiers and local populations, this is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the complexities of military life in foreign lands. Join us as we invite you to discover a new book with every episode, expanding your horizons and enriching your understanding of a fascinating historical period.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Science"/><itunes:category text="Science"><itunes:category text="Nature"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>390e0855-1f62-5aa1-afd4-737c830ff81d</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>East by West, Vol. 1-Sir Henry W. Lucy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/east-by-west-vol-1-sir-henry-w-lucy--75041441</link><description><![CDATA["East by West, Vol. 1" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners into a captivating exploration of adventure and identity through the lens of an Englishman serving under the French flag. Set against the backdrop of Algeria and Tonquin, this narrative delves into the complexities of colonial life and the personal journeys of those who navigate it. The themes of courage, loyalty, and the quest for belonging resonate deeply today, reminding us of the enduring human spirit in the face of foreign landscapes and cultures. Lucy's vivid storytelling and keen observations offer a timeless reflection on the challenges and triumphs of life in unfamiliar territories, making this audiobook a compelling listen for anyone intrigued by adventure and history.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75041441</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:03:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75041441/east_by_west_vol_1_sir_henry_w_lucy.mp3" length="227029107" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"East by West, Vol. 1" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners into a captivating exploration of adventure and identity through the lens of an Englishman serving under the French flag. Set against the backdrop of Algeria and Tonquin, this narrative...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["East by West, Vol. 1" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners into a captivating exploration of adventure and identity through the lens of an Englishman serving under the French flag. Set against the backdrop of Algeria and Tonquin, this narrative delves into the complexities of colonial life and the personal journeys of those who navigate it. The themes of courage, loyalty, and the quest for belonging resonate deeply today, reminding us of the enduring human spirit in the face of foreign landscapes and cultures. Lucy's vivid storytelling and keen observations offer a timeless reflection on the challenges and triumphs of life in unfamiliar territories, making this audiobook a compelling listen for anyone intrigued by adventure and history.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>28350</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tenting To-Night; A Chronicle Of Sport And Adventure In Glacier Park And The Cascade Mountains-Mary Roberts Rinehart</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tenting-to-night-a-chronicle-of-sport-and-adventure-in-glacier-park-and-the-cascade-mountains-mary-roberts-rinehart--74634567</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74634567</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:03:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74634567/tenting_to_night_a_chronicle_of_sport_and_adventure_in_glacier_park_and_the_cascade_mountains_mary_roberts_rinehart.mp3" length="108807671" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13588</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Journey of Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca-Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/journey-of-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca--74602097</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74602097</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:03:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74602097/4770_journey_of_alvar_nu_n_ez_cabeza_de_vaca_alvar_nu_n_ez_cabeza_de_vaca.mp3" length="124525246" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15550</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ez</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wild and Romantic: Early Guides to the English Lake District-Brown, Cumberland, Dalton, Gray, Pennant, Walker, Young</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wild-and-romantic-early-guides-to-the-english-lake-district-brown-cumberland-dalton-gray-pennant-walker-young--74570040</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74570040</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:02:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74570040/wild_and_romantic_early_guides_to_the_english_lake_district_brown_cumberland_dalton_gray_pennant_walker_young.mp3" length="64324160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8032</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Narrative of a Revolutionary Soldier Some of the Adventures, Dangers, and Sufferings of Joseph Plumb Martin-Joseph Plumb Martin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/narrative-of-a-revolutionary-soldier-some-of-the-adventures-dangers-and-sufferings-of-joseph-plumb-martin-joseph-plumb-martin--74539318</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74539318</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:09:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74539318/narrative_of_a_revolutionary_soldier_some_of_the_adventures_dangers_and_sufferings_of_joseph_plumb_martin_joseph_plumb_martin.mp3" length="231590108" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>28920</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Land of Little Rain-Mary Hunter Austin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-of-little-rain-mary-hunter-austin--74508367</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74508367</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:09:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74508367/land_of_little_rain_mary_hunter_austin.mp3" length="124487751" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15545</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Letters to a Friend, Written to Mrs. Ezra S. Carr, 1866-1879-John Muir</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-to-a-friend-written-to-mrs-ezra-s-carr-1866-1879-john-muir--74471577</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74471577</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:08:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74471577/letters_to_a_friend_written_to_mrs_ezra_s_carr_1866_1879_john_muir.mp3" length="110299295" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13774</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon-Siegfried Sassoon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/war-poems-of-siegfried-sassoon-siegfried-sassoon--74438067</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74438067</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:09:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74438067/war_poems_of_siegfried_sassoon_siegfried_sassoon.mp3" length="47502110" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5932</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Birdseye Views of Far Lands-James T. Nichols</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/birdseye-views-of-far-lands-james-t-nichols--74400349</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74400349</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:07:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74400349/birdseye_views_of_far_lands_james_t_nichols.mp3" length="184296135" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>23014</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Girl's Ride in Iceland-Ethel Brilliana Tweedie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/girl-s-ride-in-iceland-ethel-brilliana-tweedie--74355757</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74355757</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:00:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74355757/girl_s_ride_in_iceland_ethel_brilliana_tweedie.mp3" length="134116506" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16748</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Road Past Kennesaw The Atlanta Campaign Of 1864-Richard M. McMurry</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/road-past-kennesaw-the-atlanta-campaign-of-1864-richard-m-mcmurry--74317191</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74317191</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:27:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74317191/road_past_kennesaw_the_atlanta_campaign_of_1864_richard_m_mcmurry.mp3" length="51164363" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6389</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Rambles Beyond Railways; or, Notes in Cornwall taken A-foot-Wilkie Collins</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rambles-beyond-railways-or-notes-in-cornwall-taken-a-foot-wilkie-collins--74172253</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172253</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:09:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74172253/rambles_beyond_railways_or_notes_in_cornwall_taken_a_foot_wilkie_collins.mp3" length="204112428" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>25489</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wild North Land, The Story of a Winter Journey with Dogs across Northern North America-William Francis Butler</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wild-north-land-the-story-of-a-winter-journey-with-dogs-across-northern-north-america-william-francis-butler--74125953</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74125953</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:34:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74125953/wild_north_land_the_story_of_a_winter_journey_with_dogs_across_northern_north_america_william_francis_butler.mp3" length="230951747" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>28840</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>East by West, Vol. 2-Sir Henry W. Lucy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/east-by-west-vol-2-sir-henry-w-lucy--73430893</link><description><![CDATA["East by West, Vol. 2" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners on a captivating journey through the experiences of an Englishman serving in the French Foreign Legion. This volume delves into the thrilling adventures and challenges faced in Algeria and Tonquin, offering a vivid portrayal of a soldier's life under the French flag. The themes of courage, loyalty, and the clash of cultures resonate deeply, reflecting timeless human experiences that continue to be relevant today. Lucy's eloquent storytelling transports us to distant lands, reminding us of the enduring spirit of adventure and the complexities of identity in a rapidly changing world.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73430893</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:31:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73430893/east_by_west_vol_2_sir_henry_w_lucy.mp3" length="274212846" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"East by West, Vol. 2" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners on a captivating journey through the experiences of an Englishman serving in the French Foreign Legion. This volume delves into the thrilling adventures and challenges faced in Algeria and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["East by West, Vol. 2" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners on a captivating journey through the experiences of an Englishman serving in the French Foreign Legion. This volume delves into the thrilling adventures and challenges faced in Algeria and Tonquin, offering a vivid portrayal of a soldier's life under the French flag. The themes of courage, loyalty, and the clash of cultures resonate deeply, reflecting timeless human experiences that continue to be relevant today. Lucy's eloquent storytelling transports us to distant lands, reminding us of the enduring spirit of adventure and the complexities of identity in a rapidly changing world.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>34242</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Soldier Of The Legion An Englishman's Adventures Under The French Flag in Algeria And Tonquin - George Manington</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/soldier-of-the-legion-an-englishman-s-adventures-under-the-french-flag-in-algeria-and-tonquin-george-manington--72930406</link><description><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72930406</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:43:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72930406/soldier_of_the_legion_an_englishman_s_adventures_under_the_french_flag_in_algeria_and_tonquin_george_manington.mp3" length="228858185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Manington</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>28608</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventures,algeria,englishman,flag,french,geography,legion,manington,soldier,tonquin</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1d5796c4b799f35267da54fbfb2bd241.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
