Showing results for title "The Forgotten" in Biographies & Memoirs

Best-selling author Charlie Connelly returns with a First World War memoir of his great uncle, Edward Connelly, who was an ordinary boy sent to fight in a war the likes of which the world had never seen. But this is not just his story; it is the story of all the young forgotten soldiers who fought and bravely died for their country. The Forgotten Soldier tells the story of Private Edward Connelly, aged 19, killed in the First World War a week before the Armistice and immediately forgotten, even, it seems, by his own family.

Have you ever done anything incredibly stupid? But someone comes along and with an incredible act of kindness...and without judging you...helps set your world right again? Meet "The Bread Man". He is not what he seems.... And what he does will surprise and inspire you...and give you hope...that no matter how bad a situation you get yourself into...someone cares.And that someone...just might be a perfect stranger.

Una Marson was a true trailblazer: she made history by becoming the first Black female broadcaster at the BBC and paved the way for Black women and the amplification of Black voices in the media. Despite all this, though, her story has been all but forgotten by history. Marson was a fierce political activist throughout her life, and in this rigorously researched and deeply personal biography, the life and achievements of this extraordinary, complex and multifaceted person will be told in full for the first time.

The Forgotten Children was David Hill's heartbreaking account of the abuse that he and other 'orphans of empire' survived at the Fairbridge Farm School in New South Wales. Part memoir, part oral history, the book became a best seller. It was also the catalyst in a subsequent battle for justice. In Reckoning, David recounts stories of the shocking systemic abuse at Fairbridge and how he led the fight against the powerful people and organisations.

Forgiven and Not Forgotten is the story of the author's relationship with God since her childhood, combined with revelations from the Holy Spirit of what he is doing in this present season. In writing this book, God led her to revisit her past, including the dark seasons she would have preferred to have left buried, and the times she rushed on with her life leaving him standing in the dust.

Once there was a wilderness: Australia's frontier, a dangerous and unforgiving place where outlaws ruled the roads and killers were hailed as heroes. It was here, in 1838, that one man's uncompromising sense of justice changed history and shocked the world. Denny Day was a vicar's son from Ireland. A member of the Anglo-Irish ruling class, as a young man Day joined the British army before resigning to seek his fortune in New South Wales. There he accepted the most challenging role in the young colony: keeping the peace on the frontier.

Names like Douglas Bader and Robert Stanford Tuck are well known. They are household names because they belonged to that small band of Second World War fighter pilots who applied themselves to their deadly business with quite exceptional vigor, achieving commensurate success and enshrinement in public memory. Equally vigorous, and undoubtedly deserving of similar recognition and acclaim, was a Canadian named Edward Francis John, or "Jack", Charles - yet almost no one has heard of him.

A cunning and formidable lawbreaker, Bill Miner spent half his life behind bars and the other half planning ways to execute his crimes. Billy used his robberies to fuel his love of fancy clothes, expensive restaurants, and wild nights in brothels. Or to fund his version of the high life he enjoyed, when he could play the role of a wealthy mining mogul lavishly entertaining, enticing, and seducing young men.

Join proud Host, Trevor Shelby, as he digs into the most interesting stories that show the darker side of True Crime. Every episode we will feature a true crime story that has been forgotten through time. We will cover Cold Cases, Missing Persons, Serial Killers, and Horrible Crimes that happened in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.

Margaret Lally Murray came to Canada in a homemade dress with pictures of cowboys she might marry. But instead of a quiet prairie existence, she found a life filled with politics, printer's ink, and possibilities always vergin' on the verge. She was a 100 percent emancipated woman and British Columbia's first and most memorable female publisher.

Forgotten Crimes, Mysteries, and Discoveries

The is a story about the life and music of a phenomenal hip-hop artist Chris Hutch, who was taken away from us much too soon. The story of his life and death contains riveting details that keeps the listener engage and wanting to know more about this young musical genius, who grew up in the heart of South Los Angeles' Crenshaw district. Before his passing, Chris had the opportunity to work with the late Nipsey Hussle, DJ Quest Coast, and legendary rapper Snoop Dogg. Listen to more about his life and death which is full of irony and strange paradoxes.

Once there was a wilderness: Australia's frontier, a dangerous and unforgiving place where outlaws ruled the roads and killers were hailed as heroes. It was here, in 1838, that one man's uncompromising sense of justice changed history and shocked the world. Denny Day was a vicar's son from Ireland. A member of the Anglo-Irish ruling class, as a young man Day joined the British army before resigning to seek his fortune in New South Wales. There he accepted the most challenging role in the young colony: keeping the peace on the frontier.

Go back in time with Deb Jeffreys, author of My Perfectly Broken Mind, to the beginning and to the troubled, neglected child who began her life of mental illness. Share the loneliness, the paranoia, and the delusions of a young girl who feels alone in her own family. Deb will share her earliest memories of mental illness, her feelings of neglect, and even the time blocks that still haunt her today.

Forgotten Scotland will feature curious and quirky tales from Scotland's past. Short documentary style episodes to keep your interest piqued. New episodes added frequently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forgotten Ripper Victims - Wicked WednesdaysNews of the Times Episode 247 | 1888-1891Historically, there has been much speculation regarding possible murders beyond the ripper “canonical five”. At the time, the police were highly motivated and pressured to give an appearance that they had a grip on the killings and that their counter actions were having a positive impact in reducing the number of horrific murders. But were they successful in keeping the ripper down to only five killings?In today’s episode we look at three killings in the area between 1888 and 1891 that historians ...

Gone, But Never Forgotten is a true crime podcast telling stories of disappearances, solved and unsolved murders and more.

Hi, my name is Stacie and I started this podcast to try to take the deepest dive possible into cold cases. My hope is maybe someone will know something somewhere and help the case.

News of the Times Episode 154 | 1764-1766Forgotten Fridays 1764-1766In today’s episode, we look at a story that consumed both sides of the English Channel – the murderous midwife whose house was a grave sight for over 50 babies. The punishment for her crimes was unique with calls for the same type of punishment to be brought over into England.Runway indentured servants, space for additional lunatic patients, blood letting and stagecoach schedules for Christmas are in the mix. The episode finishes with the amazing story of Captain Glass. Before there was Jack Sparrow, there was ...

News of the Times Episode 148 | 1726 - 1728Forgotten Fridays 1726-1728In today’s episode of Forgotten Fridays, it is 1726 – 1728 and a country woman is supposedly giving birth to rabbits – some dead and some alive. There are a lot of them. Eminent doctors are sent forthwith to confirm this and agree that she is indeed giving birth to live rabbits.The Mary Toft rabbit story headlines this episode with lots of other stories as well such as the man attempting to lure young boys away being caught and the husband making a public announcement that he was wrong and that his wife had not ...