Hey guys, welcome back to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast, where you learn about the causes of wars and things like, why did it happen? Was it inevitable? Who was involved?

Sometimes I go back hundreds of years just so we can understand what happened in our narrative episodes covering the long course of a war and the background of the war. And if you want to talk more about war, we also have authors, historians, war generals, royalty, actors, filmmakers, a whole bunch of people come on as guests and we talk about everything about before, during, and after war. So let's go!

The Why Wars Happened History Podcast covers The American Revolution, World War I, World War II, Medieval Wars in England, The Habsburg Empire, The War in Iraq, Scottish wars, The War of the Roses, The Cuban Missile Crisis, The Cold War, The Thirty Years War, The Hundred Years War, The American Civil War, and many others.

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INTERVIEW: WWII The Battle of Midway with Martin Dugard

In this episode of the Why Wars Happened History podcast, we dive into the Battle of Midway and its pivotal role in World War II with New York Times bestselling author Martin Dugard. Known for his collaborative works with Bill O’Reilly on the bestselling Killing series, Dugard brings his expertise to his new book, Taking Midway. Learn about the significant impact of code-breaking, the strategies of key figures like Admirals Chester Nimitz and Yamamoto, and the intense stakes of naval warfare. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on historical storytelling, the human element in war, and what it takes to write compelling history. Perfect for history buffs, WWII enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by military strategy and historical narratives.

00:00 Introduction to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast

00:52 Interview with Martin Dugard: Bestselling Author

01:22 The Success of the Killing Series

03:47 The Cinematic Approach to Writing History

06:39 The Strategic Importance of Midway

10:32 Japan's Expansion and Resource Needs

12:12 Churchill's Risky Moves During WWII

15:54 Admiral Chester Nimitz: A Risk Taker

16:34 The Innovative Naval Officer

17:38 The Importance of Code Breaking

20:02 Admiral Yamamoto's Strategy

22:52 The Battle of Midway: Key Moments

26:21 US vs. Japanese Military Tactics

27:54 The Power of American Production

29:50 Future Projects and Reflections

31:40 Conclusion and Farewell

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