026// British Child Soldiers For The Class War feat. Joe Glenton

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We are honoured to be joined by journalist and ex-soldier Joe Glenton, as we consider the role of militarism in Britain and the UK education system. We draw upon themes in Joe's new book out this month entitled "Veteranhood: Rage and Hope in British Ex-Military Life", in a wide ranging discussion around how the military is presented in schools, the curriculum and society at large. We discuss the outrageous headlines recently surrounding the allegations of abuse towards 16-18 year old children at the Army Foundation College, lesser known histories of radical struggle from within the armed forces and the pressing need for a critical approach to miltiarism, with lessons for left-wing organising more widely. Hosted by Tom and joined by co-hosts Lee and Nik, we thank Joe wholeheartedly for giving us his time and insights into these issues. Buy his book here! https://housmans.com/product/veteranhood-rage-and-hope-in-british-ex-military-life/ References: https://www.forceswatch.net/ - a watchdog and research organisation on British Armed Forces https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/nov/18/parents-call-for-british-army-college-to-be-shut-down-after-abuse-claims Death at Deepcut Podcast https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Death-at-Deepcut-Podcast/B096W9DKLL War School: The Battle for Britain's Children - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bl5Zc71KV_g a superb new documentary film from director Mic Dixon which complements our discussion in this episode - well worth a watch.