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Peter Hart

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Military historian of sorts. Latest books: 'Laugh or Fly', 'Chain of Fire: Campaigning in Egypt & the Sudan, 1882-1898' & 'Beggar Me: I'm a Prisoner'. But really I'm mainly the lead singer of 'Those Naughty Lumps' and 'Pete & the Lovehearts'

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Chain of Fire: Campaigning in Egypt and the Sudan, 1882-98 : Hart, Peter: Amazon.co.uk: Books Buy Chain of Fire: Campaigning in Egypt and the Sudan, 1882-98 Main by Hart, Peter (ISBN: 9781800810747) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Chain of Sausages is now avaialble in paperback: www.amazon.co.uk/Chain-Fire-C...

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What more can you want than an evening exploring the musical dynamism of THOSE NAUGHTY LUMPS & THE ARCHWAY MOUNTAIN LIGHTNIN' BOYS at the East Finchley Constitutional Club, 9, The Walks, from 19.30 on Saturday 21 February. Just Β£5 entrance. fb.me/e/5rsfvuPVN

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Ep263: Beggar Me - The POW Camp

In our series Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner! we've reached the point where the POWs reach the camp and we look at the privations they will face. It was a miserable life. Please share! Not the life - the podcast!
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Looking forward to this in sunny Hornchurch on 11 February!. It will suprise many to know I will have copies of both this and the Outline Publications books for sale at generous prices!
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Have a look at my SumUp store. Loads of lovely books at prices that will make you gasp - in a good way!
peter-hart.sumupstore.com/products

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Ep262: Beggar Me - Hospital

If you were captured by the Germans, there was a fair chance that you had been wounded. In this episode BEGGAR ME! I'M A PRISONER! HOSPITAL we look at the treatment they might expect. As you might expect some good some bad... Please share - and thanks for listening
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I'm looking forward to my next talk to the North West Kent WFA at 19.30 on Thursday 29 January at the Royal British Legion, Petts Wood, BR5 1DH
I'm rabbiting about the Battle of Omdurman, 1898, one of the most dramatic, murderous battles of the late Victorian era. Do come along!

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Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner! British POWs in Germany, 1914-18 SIgned by authors! | eBay UK I'm a Prisoner! While officers were exempt from labouring for their captors, 80% of the 170,000 British POWs held by the Germans faced more challenges than boredom. While 54 officers and 519 other ran...

Sales are booming, so fans of Pete & Gary's Podcast should purchase 'Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner! British POWs in Germany, 1914-18' before they have all gone. Follow link for details! Post free from E-Bay at Β£17 (plus Β£1.29 buyer's protection fee)
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19793588...

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Anyone who is even an acquantaince of Wazza should be along for his first ever rock gig! Tonight 19.00 at Maddens Bar East Finchley!

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Blimey the Lumps are busy! Another gig coming up from 7-9pm on Sunday 25 January at Frank's birthday bash in the lovely envorons of Maddens, 130 High Road, East Finchley! And Wazza will be depping for Bobby who is far, far, away in the Phillipines! Free entrance! All welcome!

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Ep261: Beggar Me - Reception

The second episode from Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner and it's RECEPTION - what happened to the prisoners between capture and arriving at the POW Camp in Germany! Sometimes they were treated roughly and exposed to the contempt of German civilians. Please share! Thanks! open.spotify.com/episode/0yFj...

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Ep260: Beggar Me - Captured!

An exciting new series of podcasts begins with Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner! British POWs in Germany, 1914-18. First up is CAPTURED featuring the stories of men who suddenly found themselves - against all their expectations - a prisoner! Please share! Thanks!
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Still places available on this fantastic tour with a great mixture of historians and friends. Please make your booking now as deadlines are looming. Thanks! fb.me/e/40kGTjrz5

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Blimey the Lumps are busy! Another gig coming up from 7-9pm on Sunday 25 January at Frank's birthday bash in the lovely envorons of Maddens, 130 High Road, East Finchley! And Wazza will be depping for Bobby who is far, far, away in the Phillipines! Free entrance! All welcome!

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Another disappointing harvest of Xmas presents from family and so-called friends? Not a sign of your much-desired BEGGAR ME! I'M A PRISONER? Bugger them all and buy it for yourself! Signed and posted to you with real love from Pete & Gary!
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19793588...

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Those Naughty Lumps and The Archway Mountain Lightnin' Boys Event in London, United Kingdom by Peter Hart on Saturday, February 21 2026

Another great rock night at the Constitutional Club! Book it in your diary!
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Second of our new 'rock' nights at the East Finchley Constitiutional Club!
Start the New Year with a BANG!
THOSE NAUGHTY LUMPS and BENEFIT CHEAT$ are playing on Saturday 3 January. Just Β£5 to get in!
Bands on at around 20..00 and 21.15 finish at 22.15. So don't be late!

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Reading this by @peterhart.bsky.social and what a great read it is. Has me reaching for detailed maps to track event’s and try and place so many of the individuals he references in the book. Sure to inspire some games in the New Year. #shedowar #wargames #wargaming

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Great re-listen about the adventures of the South Notts Hussars. Great series and fabulous book. #history #militaryhistory #WW2 #podcast

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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - Germany & Post-War

A slightly melancholy tinge as we reach the last episode of our South Notts Hussars WW2 series. What a ride its been, but so sad to think that these brave men have all now passed away. Please share - and spare a moment ot think of them.... open.spotify.com/episode/0bNC...

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Gary & I are masters of publicity. Here's our video advert for WELSH WARRIOR - isn't it smashing? Whatever you think it is a fantastic book - one of the very best personal experience accounts of the Great War. You can buy the book direct from us at: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19792054...

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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - NW Europe (Part 2)

Almost all over as the South Nott’s Hussars are fighting their way across Europe to Germany. But men are still dying. It was a grim business. Please share - thanks chums.

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Feeling low? Need to cheer up? Well think what it was like for POWs in the Great War! No Xmas fun and frolics for them! Why not buy yourself Pete & Gary's book: BEGGAR ME! I'M A PRISONER: BRITISH POWs IN GERMANY, 1914-19. The very best way to support our podcasts! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19793588...

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Interstella Boy Interstella Boy - Dill Williams’ Welsh wonders of low slung Beatles meets Floyd via Super Furries finery, Interstella Boy, perform in the headline slot of our Sunday Matinee show today. Dill’s story ...

This afternoon, instead of indulging in rampant self abuse why not get down to see THOSE NAUGHTY LUMPS 2-6pm. Get their early!
INTERSTELLA BOY
THOSE NAUGHTY LUMPS &
MALBEC
at The Dublin Castle, 94 Parkway, Camden, NW1 7AN
On Door Β£10 in advance Β£8 from: wegottickets.com/event/681694/

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Tonight the night!
Friday 5 December 7-10pm
THOSE NAUGHTY LUMPS &
THE ARCHWAY MOUNTAIN LIGHTNIN' BOYS
at
The Constitutional Club, 9 The Walks, N2 8DE
Entrance just Β£5.

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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - NW Europe (Part 1)

The South Notts Hussars are thrust into the Normandy campaign and the Battle for Europe. They are part of the huge conglomeration of artillery might and air power that batter the Germans. Please share! Thanks chums! open.spotify.com/episode/5GLb...

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What better gift at Xmas for a doting spouse, loving friend or relative than a copy of WELSH WARRIOR! Make them curl up with happiness!
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19792054...

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Xmas is coming! Get your signed copy of BEGGAR ME! I'M A PRISONER! delivered by Santa's reindeer to your very door.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/19792051...

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Tonight’s the night I am speaking on THE FRENCH AT GALLIPOLI, 1915 at 19.30 on Tuesday 2 December at the White Horse Inn, The Street, Trowse, Norwich NR14 8ST. We the British can sometime be seen as perfidious Albion - was that the case at Gallipoli? Find out tonight!

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