Episodes

  • 010 - The Raid By The River On Having Been Both A Soldier And A Sailor

    010 - The Raid By The River On Having Been Both A Soldier And A Sailor
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    26 mins
  • 009 - Grain Collision

    009 - Grain Collision
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    19 mins
  • 008 - Ships Of The Air The Sailor In London The Armed Guard Going Aboard

    008 - Ships Of The Air The Sailor In London The Armed Guard Going Aboard
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    33 mins
  • 007 - To Sea With The Fleet 'Sky Pilots' In The Wireless Room Marines

    007 - To Sea With The Fleet 'Sky Pilots' In The Wireless Room Marines
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    32 mins
  • 006 - Tragedy 'Consolidation Not Cooperation' Machine Against Machine The Legend Of Kelley Sons Of The Tri

    006 - Tragedy 'Consolidation Not Cooperation' Machine Against Machine The Legend Of Kelley Sons Of The Tri
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    39 mins
  • 005 - 'Fishing' Amusements Storm On Night Patrol Camouflage

    005 - 'Fishing' Amusements Storm On Night Patrol Camouflage
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    45 mins
  • 004 - The Base The Destroyer And Her Problem Torpedoed The End Of A Submarine

    004 - The Base The Destroyer And Her Problem Torpedoed The End Of A Submarine
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    34 mins
  • 003 - Running Submerged The Return Of The Captains Our Sailors

    003 - Running Submerged The Return Of The Captains Our Sailors
    Jan 6 2026
    Step into the shoes of Henry Beston, an American author and special correspondent who chronicled his riveting experiences with the U.S. Navy during World War I. In Full Speed Ahead, Beston shares captivating stories from his time spent with the forces at sea, detailing the daily life, remarkable achievements, and acts of heroism of the sailors who brave the oceans. As the only American correspondent to accompany the British Grand Fleet and witness the combat aboard an American destroyer, his accounts are a heartfelt tribute to the enlisted men whose kindness and professionalism left a lasting impression. This 1919 classic brings to life the trials and triumphs of naval service, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era in history. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales
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    29 mins