S32E433 - What was Cold War British Army Conscription really like?

We hear the fascinating story of Miles, a British National Service conscript during his military service in the late 1950s.

I’d like to give special thanks for the Norfolk Tank Museum for highlighting Miles’ story and one of his relatives for putting me in contact with him.

Miles shares vivid memories of receiving his call-up papers, the initial medical examination, and the challenges of basic training at Catterick Camp. From the camaraderie formed among recruits to the rigours of physical training and the often humorous anecdotes of army life, this episode offers a unique glim...