GW14: The Southern Fronts, 1916-17

In this episode, Sean and James turn south and east to explore the lesser-known fronts of World War I in 1916 and 1917. From the brutal mountain battles along the Isonzo River and the Italian disaster at Caporetto to Romania's ill-fated entry into the war and the stagnant Allied front at Salonika, the hosts trace how the war's southern theaters shaped the fate of nations. They also examine the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, the Arab Revolt, and the British capture of Aqaba, Gaza, Jerusalem, and other key Middle Eastern sites. Together, these campaigns reveal how the Great War's reach extended far beyond the trenches of France—and how they set the stage for the world that followed.

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GW14: The Southern Fronts, 1916-17 is an episode from Key Battles of American History by Support.

This episode is 34:52 long.

This episode was published on Mar 11, 2026.

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