The Rest of the Story
Battle of Michmash
WWI
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Gelesen von Paul Harvey
Paul Harvey’s The Rest of the Story presents brief, carefully shaped accounts of people and events whose familiar outlines conceal a surprising detail. Harvey’s distinctive delivery—measured, conversational, and rich with pauses—draws listeners into each story before revealing the connection or twist that gives it new meaning.
The program blends historical anecdotes, biographical sketches, and stories from everyday life. This recording is identified with the Battle of Michmash and World War I, offering a glimpse of the series’ interest in episodes from the past and the unexpected human details behind them.
Rather than a long discussion or a conventional news report, each installment is a compact piece of spoken storytelling, built around Harvey’s narration and a final moment of recognition. The result is an intimate, reflective listen for anyone who enjoys history told through concise stories and memorable turns of perspective.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.