Beste Antietam podcasts (2024)

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Ep 153: Scott Hartwig on the Battle of Antietam 1:17:05

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Scott Hartwig, author ofI Dread the Thought of the Place: The Battle of Antietam and the End of the Maryland Campaign, joins the show to discuss the single bloodiest day in American military history, the Battle of Antietam. ▪️ Times • 01:46 Introduction • 02:19 Why Antietam? • 09:09 Sourcing history • 12:45 Limited to total war • 21:24 McClellan • …

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Antietam guide Michael Hill 57:50

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In a freewheeling Episode 24, Antietam guide Michael Hill talks with co-hosts Tom McMillan and John Banks about the ins and outs of becoming a battlefield guide, his favorite spot on the field — it's on the southern end! — and his journey from Lost Cause devotee to the present day. Plus, these three ink-stained wretches contemplate starting an "Old…

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The Battle of Antietam, 1862. The Emancipation Proclamation. McLellan's Disasters. 22:20

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The Confederate army’s failure to secure a decisive triumph on Northern soil shattered their hopes of winning foreign aid—assistance that was crucial to sustaining their war effort. This Union strategic success handed President Lincoln the perfect moment to unleash the Emancipation Proclamation, forever altering the course of the conflict. Antietam…

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The Battle of Crecy, 1346. The Beginning of the End of the European Knight, Longbowmen Ascend. 25:09

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The English victory at Crécy announced their rise as a formidable military power on the European stage, while signaling the beginning of the long, inevitable decline of heavy cavalry as the dominant force in warfare. This shift marked a new era, where disciplined infantry and devastating long-range weapons began to overshadow the once-mighty armore…

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The Battle and Fall of Constantinople, 1453. Islamic Turks Take the Invincible City, Age of Exploration Hastened. 23:36

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This battle shattered the Byzantine Empire once and for all, flinging open Europe’s doors to the advancing tide of Islam. It was the moment the Ottoman Turks seized their mantle as the supreme Muslim power, a position they would hold, unchallenged, for nearly five centuries—until the dawn of the twentieth century. Constantinople. February - March, …

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The Battle (Massacre) of Cajamarca, 1532. Spanish Crush the Inca, Securing Power in the Wealthiest Region of South America. 27:23

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The brutal massacre of the Incan warriors and the capture of their god-king cemented Spanish dominance over Peru, the richest prize in South America, a land dripping with gold and silver, now firmly under Spanish control. Cajamarca. November 16, 1532. Incan Forces: ~ 6,000 Warriors. Spanish Forces: ~ 100 Infantry and 67 Cavalry. Additional Reading …

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The Naval Battle of the Spanish Armada, 1588. Spanish Expansion Ends, English Power Ascends. Catholicism Weakened. 25:44

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Spain's crushing defeat signaled the onset of its empire’s long, inevitable decline. It shattered the illusion of invincibility that had shielded Spain for decades. In its place, England emerged as the undisputed naval power of the world. This victory at sea cleared the way for the English to begin their ambitious colonization of North America, set…

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Civil war chronicles Episode 17:49

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The Battle of Blenheim, 1704. Age of Absolute Monarchy Shattered, France Sent Into Decline, Marlborough a Hero. 19:26

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Marlborough’s triumph shattered the illusion of French invincibility, marking the first crack in the towering edifice of Louis the fourteenth's reign. From Blenheim onward, France’s dominance would wither, and the Sun King, as he often referred to himself, once the master of Europe, would watch as the brilliance of his empire dimmed. Blenheim. Augu…

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Ep 152: Jacqueline Deal on China’s Strategy 41:52

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Jacqueline Deal, President and CEO of the Long Term Strategy Group and recently the author of the article Competing against Ourselves: How U.S. Policy Strengthens China, joins the show to discuss U.S.-China competition. ▪️ Times • 01:15 Introduction • 01:53 Net assessment • 04:32 China’s view • 08:20 Is entanglement the goal? • 14:34 Changing the g…

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The Battle of Culloden, 1746. Origin of Modern UK Royal Family. Scottish Defeat, Highland Culture Systematically Eradicated, Britain's World Dominance Ensured. 24:45

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The crushing defeat at Culloden sealed the fate of the Scottish Catholic royal line, ending their final bid for the throne of Great Britain. It also reaffirmed the deep-rooted animosity between Britain and France, a rivalry that would only intensify with the outbreak of the Seven Years' War a decade later. Culloden. April 16, 1746. Jacobite Forces:…

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History Of The 72d Indiana Volunteer Infantry Of The Mounted Lightning Brigade - Chapter Seventeen 41:09

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In Chapter Seventeen the 72nd Indiana continues to suffer as soldiers and then at last, take it's place amongst the Army. Support the show Support War Of The Rebellion: Stories Of The Civil War My Paypal - https://paypal.me/rebellionstories?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US My Website - https://rebellionstories.com/…

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The Battle of Valmy, 1792. Levee en Masse. Nationalism Takes Root. Goethe Comments. 26:43

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The Prussian retreat at Valmy marked more than just a military withdrawal—it was the salvation of France itself. Brunswick’s decision to pull back shattered the illusion of an unstoppable invasion, leaving the gates of Paris firmly shut to foreign boots. This retreat solidified the strength of the French revolutionary government, whose grip on powe…

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Ep 151: Nicholas Morton on the Crusades 52:06

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Nicholas Morton, Senior Lecturer in History, Nottingham Trent University and author of The Crusader States and their Neighbours: A Military History, 1099-1187, joins the show to discuss the Crusades. ▪️ Times • 01:25 Introduction • 02:21 What were the Crusades? • 07:30 Franks and Turks • 09:57 Combat • 14:01 50/50 • 19:48 Sieges • 23:47 Others • 31…

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The Battle of Yorktown, 1781. The United States Secedes from the Crown. French Aid Pivotal. 21:59

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The resounding American victory shattered British morale, forcing the English public to demand a change in leadership. The new government, facing the undeniable reality of defeat, initiated peace talks that ultimately secured independence for the United States. Yorktown. September - October 17, 1781. Franco-American Forces: 8,800 American Soldiers …

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The Battle of Waterloo, 1815. Napoleonic Europe Destroyed. France's Political/Military Supremacy Never Returns 21:26

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Napoleon’s crushing defeat brought the curtain down on one of history’s most astonishing careers. As the once-mighty emperor was cast into exile, Europe, exhausted by years of war, finally exhaled. The flames of conflict were doused, and a four decade long era of peace stretched across the continent. Waterloo. June 18, 1815. Allied Forces: Anglo-Du…

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Ep 150: Katherine Kuzminski on the Draft 46:02

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Katherine Kuzminski, Director of the Military, Veterans, and Society Program at CNAS, joins the show to discuss recruiting and mass mobilization in the event of war. ▪️ Times • 01:33 Introduction • 02:08 Why worry about mobilization? • 03:54 Meeting the threshold • 06:58 Low yield • 11:37 A loss of identity • 15:42 Aging up • 21:38 The Russian mode…

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The Mighty Moo 46:41

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Joe and Bo welcomed Nathan Canestaro, author of a new book which detailed the experience of the USS Cowpens during the Second World War. Remember, Home Brew History is brought to you by Civil War Trails! Visit the link below to find out more: https://www.civilwartrails.org/Door Home Brew History

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The Battle of Leipzig, 1813. "The Battle of the Nations" Napoleon Loses France's Empire, France Invaded 26:37

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Leipzig was more than just a battlefield victory; it was a turning point in history. It showed the world that even Napoleon, the man who had once seemed invincible, could be defeated. And it proved something else—that Europe’s nations, fractured by war for so long, could unite, and in doing so, reshape the future of the continent. Leipzig. 16th - 1…

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The Battle of Dunkirk, 1940. The "Miracle," "But If Not..." 338k Troops Rescued 27:34

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The momentary hesitation of the German high command became a turning point in the war, granting the British forces a narrow window to escape from France. This delay preserved the core of Britain’s army, ensuring they could stand as the island's shield in its darkest hour and fight another day on the battlefields of Europe. Dunkirk. 24th May - 4th J…

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Antietam guide Kevin Pawlak 51:46

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In Episode 23, battlefield guide Kevin Pawlak talks with co-hosts Tom McMillan and John Banks about the Antietam Institute's epic tour of the 40-Acre Cornfield and elsewhere on the southern end of the battlefield. Plus, Kevin, John and Tom begin their campaign for a Congressional Medal of Honor for 118th Pennsylvania officer Lemuel Crocker, whose h…

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Ep 149: Mark Dubowitz on the Iran-Israel War 37:14

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Mark Dubowitz, chief executive of Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins the show to help us understand breaking developments in the war between Israel, Iran, and Iran’s regional proxies. ▪️ Times • 01:41 Introduction • 02:24 Iran’s missile attack • 03:56 Iranian intentions • 06:34 Options • 11:27 Iranian concerns • 14:59 Ring of fire • 19:10…

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Ep 148: Alex Miller on Battlefield Technology 41:26

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Alex Miller, Senior Advisor for Science and Technology and the CTO to the Chief of Staff of the Army, joins the show to talk about how we are preparing to fight on the battlefields of the future—which are here today. ▪️ Times • 01:17 Introduction • 01:32 CTO • 04:48 Scale/E.W./drones • 09:06 How we buy • 13:07 Transforming in Contact • 18:15 Electr…

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The Battle of Syracuse, 413 B.C. Athens Declines Into Subservience, Paving the Way for Alexander the Great 24:43

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The crushing defeat of Athens shattered its naval supremacy in the eastern Mediterranean, precipitating its fall as the foremost Greek polis. This disaster not only stripped Athens of its dominance but also extinguished its ambitions of establishing control across the entire Mediterranean, thwarting what might have been an empire stretching to Cart…

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The Battle of Tricameron, 533 A.D. Belisarius Unites East and West under Roman Rule for Justinian 29:01

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The triumph in North Africa restored Byzantine dominance over the region, bringing it back into the fold of the Eastern Roman Empire. From this strategic foothold, the Byzantines launched their bold invasion of Italy, momentarily reuniting the sundered Eastern and Western Roman Empires under a single imperial banner—if only for a fleeting chapter i…

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The Brusilov Offensive, 1916. This Offensive Led to the Fall of Three Empires in Europe: Russia, Hapsburg, and Germany itself. 19:27

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The Brusilov Offensive, Russia's final large-scale assault in World War I, is remembered as one of the most ferocious and strategically brilliant operations in all of military history. Its staggering intensity crippled not only the Austrian Empire, hastening its collapse, but also drained the Russian monarchy of its final reserves of strength, cont…

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The Battle of Plassey, 1767, British Victory in India Crucial for becoming World's Imperial Empire 19:42

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The British triumph at Plassey not only cemented English control over Bengal but set in motion the complete subjugation of India, the wealth of which fueled Britain’s ascent to global imperial supremacy, being unmatched as a superpower for generations. Plassey. 23 June, 1757. English Forces: 1,000 British Soldiers, 1.200 Indian Sepoys, 100 Gunners …

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Ep 147: Frank Ledwidge on War in Space 53:17

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Frank Ledwidge, Senior Fellow in Air Power and International Security at the Royal Air Force College and author of Aerial Warfare: The Battle for the Skies, joins the show to talk about warfare’s next frontier, space. ▪️ Times • 01:40 Introduction • 03:24 Thinking about space • 09:09 More than a conduit • 14:15 ASAT • 19:55 Space domain awareness •…

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The Battle of Breitenfeld, 1631 A.D. The Advent of Modern Warfare, Relics of Phalanx Strategy is Forever Retired in Europe, Catholic and Protestant Warfare Changes to State Warfare 28:43

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Breitenfeld was the moment that announced Sweden’s entrance as a dominant force on the European stage. With one decisive stroke, Gustavus Adolphus transformed his northern kingdom from a distant player to a major contender in Europe's ruthless game of empires. His military innovations became a standard practice across Europe. After this battle, no …

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The Battle of Constantinople, 718 A.D. Muslim Invasion into Europe Annihilated, Greek Fire, Land and Sea Battle,Europe Descends into the Dark Ages 24:12

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With the repulsion of the Muslim forces, Europe’s Christian stronghold remained intact, unchallenged by any significant Muslim threat for centuries — until the fifteenth century’s tides shifted. This triumph, aided by Greek Fire, paired with the Frankish victory at Tours, decisively halted Islam’s advance, confining its western expansion to the sho…

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The Battle of Pavia, 774 A.D. Charlemagne's Ascedence, Holy Roman Empire Rebirthed, Papacy Asserts Political Power 21:58

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The fall of the Lombard monarchy shattered Rome’s fiercest adversary, obliterating the looming specter that had stalked papal authority for years. With its collapse, the foundation for an empire — destined to claim the mantle of Rome itself — was set in motion. Pavia. 773 - 774 A.D. Charlemagne's Forces: Unknown Lombard Forces: Unknown Additional R…

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Ep 146: Eric Edelman and Thomas Mahnken on America’s Defense Strategy Crisis 45:18

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Eric Edelman and Thomas Mahnken of the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments join the show to talk about what our defense establishment has gotten right, and wrong, in planning for the next war. ▪️ Times • 02:10 Introduction • 02:43 National Defense Strategy • 06:58 Continuity between administrations • 08:55 Multiple theater force construc…

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MARKET GARDEN 80: Remembrance 54:44

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Historian and Market Garden Battlefield Guide, Jo Hook, pulled up a chair and poured a Gin and Tonic, to join Bo and Joey as they talk about the many ways and the evolution of how Operation MARKET GARDEN has been remembered. Grab a chair yourself, or head on a walk with the dog, clean the house, whatever- just listen to this! Remember, Home Brew Hi…

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The Battle of the Metaurus River, 207 B.C. Hannibal's Decline, Hasdrubal Barca Defeated, Rome's Peninsular Threat Castrated 21:17

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The crushing defeat of Hasdrubal’s forces shattered any hope of reinforcing Hannibal, sealing his fate in Italy and leaving him isolated. With Carthage’s ambitions in ruin, Rome swiftly solidified its dominance over Spain, ensuring its grip on the western Mediterranean. Metaurus River. 207 B.C. Roman Forces: ~ 50,000 Soldiers. Carthaginian Forces: …

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MARKET GARDEN 80: September Hope- The American Perspective of Operation Market Garden 1:11:49

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Historian John McManus joined Bo and Joe to talk about the American efforts during Operation MARKET GARDEN. Listen in as the guys jump into a discussion of the Gen. Maxwell Taylor's 101st Airborne and Gen. James Gavin's 82nd Airborne. Is Gavin the "perfect scapegoat?" Find out now! Remember, Home Brew History is brought to you by Civil War Trails! …

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The Battle of Jerusalem, 1099, Crusader Victory, Wholesale Slaughter, Eventually Bringing About the Wealth and Power Fueling the Renaissance 20:59

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The Crusaders' triumph signaled the apex of Europe’s bid to impose its dominion over the Holy Land. Yet, beyond the battlefield, the Crusade set in motion the resurgence of papal power, as the Church reasserted its iron grip over the political affairs of Europe, reshaping kingdoms and crowns under the weight of divine authority. Jerusalem. 9th June…

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Ep 145: Christopher Lynch on Machiavelli at War 48:19

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Christopher Lynch, Professor of Political Science at Missouri State University and author of Machiavelli on War, joins the show to talk about renaissance warfare and Niccolò Machiavelli. ▪️ Times • 01:20 Introduction • 01:56 Machiavelli’s world • 03:52 French invasion • 07:08 Republicanism • 13:42 Mercenary armies • 22:50 Time in office • 27:30 Bat…

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MARKET GARDEN 80: The Cavalry 1:06:23

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Historian and host of the Old Frontline podcast, Paul Reed, joined Joe and Bo to talk about British Second Army and in particular, 30 Corps, as they continue their discussion of Operation Market Garden. Don't forget, Home Brew History is brought to you by Civil War Trails! Click the link to learn more: https://www.civilwartrails.org/…

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The Battle of Orleans, 1429; Joan of Arc as Savior of France, England Turns Maritime, France's Divine Belief 31:04

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Joan of Arc, a beacon of supposed divine conviction, breathed life into a nation on the brink of collapse. Where once the French wavered under the crushing force of English dominance, her presence alone shattered their enemies' momentum. The tide of the Hundred Years' War, long a tale of French despair, now surged with newfound hope as her unyieldi…

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MARKET GARDEN 80: Arnhem-Black Tuesday 1:06:00

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Historian and co-host of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, Al Murray (yes, that one) joined Bo and Joe to talk about Black Tuesday, September 19, 1944, which is the subject of his new book. What else is there to say about one of the most storied operations in the Second World War? Well, watch and find out. Remember, Home Brew History is brought to y…

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The Battle of Ipsus, 310 B.C. The End of Alexander's Empire, Rome's Gateway to Ascendance 22:37

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Ipsus marked the zenith of the titanic struggle between Alexander the Great’s successors, each vying to forge a vast Hellenistic empire that could unite the known world. At the center of this ambition stood Antigonus, whose towering dreams of empire crumbled in the dust of that battlefield, leaving him the last to fall short of creating the endurin…

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MARKET GARDEN 80: Heroes and Weapons of Market Garden 1:18:33

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The incredible historian, Marty Morgan, joined Bo and Joe to talk about some of the most amazing gear and weapons carried into action during Operation MARKET GARDEN by the British and American Airborne units. Remember, Home Brew History is brought to you by Civil War Trails! Visit the link below to find out more: https://www.civilwartrails.org/…

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The Invasion of Poland, 1939, Nazi Blitzkrieg Tactics Introduced, Air Support and Armor Maneuver Warfare Doctrines Entrenched 19:43

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The Nazi onslaught against Poland ignited the flames of World War II, unleashing the terrifying force of blitzkrieg and shattering the entrenched defensive tactics of World War I. This world war marked the dawn of a brutal, fast-paced era in which speed and shock would reign supreme on the battlefield, leaving the trench warfare of the past in the …

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Ep 144: Mark Montgomery on Defending Taiwan (Boiling Moat #2) 54:48

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Mark Montgomery, senior director of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation at FDD and contributor to The Boiling Moat: Urgent Steps to Defend Taiwan, joins the show to talk about Taiwan, tensions in the South China Sea, and more. ▪️ Times • 01:27 Introduction • 02:00 Why the Navy? • 04:05 PACOM • 06:53 Working with Senator McCain • 10:51 Res…

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MARKET GARDEN 80: Wild Oats to Market Garden 56:21

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Historian and author, James Daly pulled up a chair and talked with Bo and Joey about each of the conceptualized, and cancelled, airborne drops that preceded Operation MARKET GARDEN. Don't forget, Home Brew History is brought to you by Civil War Trails! Click the link to learn more: https://www.civilwartrails.org/…

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The Battle of Atlanta, 1864, and March to the Sea - 'Total War' Tactics Used Against Their Own 21:56

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The fall of Atlanta to Union forces sealed Abraham Lincoln’s fate as victor in the 1864 election, crushing any hope for George McClellan and his peace platform. With the South in retreat, the North rallied around its war president, determined to see the conflict through to its conclusion. Sherman’s subsequent March to the Sea introduced an ancient …

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