The Civil War (1861-1865): A History Podcast

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A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era. Visit us at www.civilwarpodcast.org

Richard Youngdahl


    • Nov 25, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 492 EPISODES

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    The Civil War (1861-1865): A History Podcast is an incredible and informative podcast that delves into the most important historical event in American history. Whether you're a history buff or just looking to learn more about the Civil War, this podcast is a must-listen. The hosts, Rich and Tracy, have thoroughly researched every episode and provide insightful analysis that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its attention to detail and thorough research. Rich and Tracy leave no stone unturned as they recount the events leading up to the Civil War, the major battles, and the aftermath. They offer a nuanced perspective on key figures and events, allowing listeners to gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal time in American history.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its ability to captivate listeners and keep them coming back for more. The hosts have a knack for storytelling and bring historical figures to life with their engaging narratives. Whether it's discussing the strategies of military commanders or exploring personal stories of soldiers, they make history come alive in a way that is both entertaining and educational.

    However, one potential downside of this podcast is its occasional inclusion of personal statements on current events. While these episodes are clearly labeled as separate releases and start with a disclaimer, some listeners may prefer to solely focus on the historical content without any commentary on contemporary issues.

    In conclusion, The Civil War (1861-1865): A History Podcast is an outstanding resource for anyone interested in learning more about the American Civil War. With its well-researched episodes, engaging storytelling, and unbiased approach to history, it provides a comprehensive account of this significant period in our nation's past. Whether you're a casual listener or a dedicated history enthusiast, this podcast will undoubtedly enhance your understanding of the Civil War.



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    #475- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Ninth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 35:02


    In which we turn our attention back to the Louisiana portion of the campaign, and see if the Federal army & navy can make it safely back to Alexandria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #474- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Eighth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 25:21


    In which we look at the fate of Steele's column in Arkansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #473- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Seventh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 28:58


    In which we look at was happening with Frederick Steele's column up in Arkansas, the second Federal 'pincer' that was supposed to converge on Shreveport, Louisiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #472- BATTLE OF PLEASANT HILL

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 31:23


    (Red River Campaign, Part the Sixth) In which we look at what happened at the Battle of Pleasant Hill, in Louisiana, on April 9, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #471- BATTLE OF MANSFIELD

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 32:11


    (Red River Campaign, Part the Fifth) In which we cover the action at the Battle of Mansfield on April 8, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #470- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Fourth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 31:31


    In which we continue with the story of the 1864 Red River Campaign in Louisiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #469- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Third)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 35:49


    In which we continue with the story of the 1864 Red River Campaign in Louisiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #468- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the Second)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 24:32


    In which we get the Federals started off on their Red River Campaign in March 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #467- RED RIVER CAMPAIGN (Part the First)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 27:42


    In which we give some background to the 1864 Red River Campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    UPDATE

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 13:27


    In which there's an update about some of the major story arcs coming up on the podcast as we continue to work our way through 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #466- THE KILPATRICK-DAHLGREN RAID (Part the Second)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 31:18


    In which we look at the enduring controversy that erupted in the aftermath of the raid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #465- THE KILPATRICK-DAHLGREN RAID (Part the First)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 31:39


    In which we give the background to the failed Federal cavalry raid on Richmond in February/March 1864 that set off one of the most enduring controversies of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #464- THE BATTLE OF OLUSTEE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 36:47


    In which we look at the action at the Battle of Olustee, which took place in northern Florida on February 20, 1864. *This episode contains explicit language.* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Listen Now: Black History, For Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 5:43


    Samuel L. Jackson's got big plans when he arrives at Morehouse College in the late 1960s. He loves movies, and he's dreaming of a bright future as a marine biologist, but the world's dreaming of other things. Tensions around the Civil Rights Movement are only increasing and protests against the Vietnam War are erupting on campuses around the nation. When these forces come to a head on campus, Samuel L. Jackson's leading the charge, and his shocking actions change the history and future of Morehouse College. Listen to Black History, For Real wherever you get your podcasts, or you can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+: https://wondery.com/shows/black-history-for-real/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #463- WELCOME TO FLORIDA (Part the Second)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 20:44


    In which we continue setting the stage for the Battle of Olustee, which took place in northeast Florida in February 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #462- WELCOME TO FLORIDA: THE SUNSHINE STATE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 18:49


    In which we set the stage for the Battle of Olustee, which took place in northeast Florida on February 20, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #461- O CANADA: Confederate Espionage & Sabotage Operations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 27:13


    In which we look at the Confederate Secret Service's Canadian-based activities to undermine the Union war effort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #460- A CIVIL WAR MYSTERY: THE HL HUNLEY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 28:20


    In which we look at the story of the first submarine in history to sink an enemy warship- the Confederate sub HL Hunley, which sank USS Housatonic on the night of February 17, 1864, and then vanished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #459- THAT DEVIL FORREST AND THE BATTLE OF OKOLONA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 32:56


    In which we look at what happened to those 7000 Federal horsemen who were supposed to meet Sherman at Meridian, Mississippi, in February 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #458- MAKING MISSISSIPPI HOWL: Sherman's Meridian Raid (Part the Third)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 26:24


    In which Sherman marches right across Mississippi and destroys Meridian in February 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #457- MAKING MISSISSIPPI HOWL: Sherman's Meridian Raid (Part the Second)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 31:49


    In which we discuss the evolution of William Tecumseh Sherman's thinking regarding the prosecution of the war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #456- MAKING MISSISSIPPI HOWL: Sherman's Meridian Raid (Part the First)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 20:20


    In which we look at Sherman's raid on Meridian, Mississippi, in February 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #455- THE GREAT ESCAPE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2024 32:07


    In which we look at the mass escape from Libby Prison in Richmond in February 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #454- PRISONERS OF WAR

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 41:13


    In which we look at the experience of POWs during the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #453- "EVERY MAN STOOD AT HIS POST AND DID HIS DUTY": The Destruction of USS Underwriter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024 28:12


    In which we look at the Confederate attack on USS Underwriter at New Bern, North Carolina, on February 2, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #452- ANNA E DICKINSON AND "THE PERILS OF THE HOUR"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 23:59


    In which we look at the life of Anna E Dickinson and her address on Capitol Hill in January 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #451- TEN DOLLARS A MONTH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 27:40


    In which we look at the pay inequality between black and white soldiers in the Federal armies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #450- CLEBURNE'S PROPOSAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 32:50


    In which we look at Confederate Major General Patrick Cleburne's controversial proposal, presented in January 1864, to arm and free the Confederacy's slaves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #449- 1864: A YEAR OF CRISIS AND DECISION

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 30:54


    In which we look at how 1864 will be a pivotal year in the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #448- THE HARPER'S FERRY SKEDADDLERS

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 29:51


    In which we look at the story of the 1500 Union cavalrymen who escaped from Harper's Ferry when Stonewall Jackson captured that place during the Antietam Campaign in September 1862. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #447- LEE IN THE LOW COUNTRY

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 31:39


    In which we look at the time Robert E Lee spent in 1861 as commander of the Confederates' Department of South Carolina, Georgia, and East Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #446- PADDY GRAYDON

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 21:25


    In which we look at the life of James "Paddy" Graydon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #445- YEAR IN REVIEW: 1863 (October-December)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 27:56


    In which we finish with our look back at what happened in 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #444- YEAR IN REVIEW: 1863 (July-September)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 31:23


    In which we continue with our look back at what happened in 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #443- YEAR IN REVIEW: 1863 (June-July)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 30:48


    In which we continue with our look back at what happened in 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #442- YEAR IN REVIEW: 1863 (April-May)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 32:14


    In which we continue with our look back at what happened in 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #441- YEAR IN REVIEW: 1863 (January-March)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 29:42


    In which we start to take a look back at what happened in 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #440- MINE RUN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 44:55


    In which Meade and Lee come 'this close' to fighting a major battle below the Rapidan River, at Mine Run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #439- MEANWHILE, BACK IN VIRGINIA...

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 39:57


    In which we look at the affairs at Rappahannock Station and Kelly's Ford on November 7, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #438- KNOXVILLE (Part the Fourth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 31:43


    In which Longstreet fails to eject Burnside from Knoxville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #437- KNOXVILLE (Part the Third)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 23:40


    In which Longstreet arrives at Knoxville but he isn't sure he's strong enough to actually eject Burnside from the town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #436- KNOXVILLE (Part the Second)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 30:13


    In which Longstreet tries to come to grips with the Federals and bring the campaign to an early end before Burnside can withdraw into the fortifications at Knoxville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #435- KNOXVILLE (Part the First)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 25:21


    In which we set the stage for the clash between Longstreet and Burnside at Knoxville, Tennessee in November 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #434- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Sixteenth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 29:01


    In which the one bright spot in the Confederate retreat from Chattanooga is Cleburne's rearguard action at Ringgold Gap on November 27, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #433- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Fifteenth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 30:19


    In which the Federals pull off one of the most astonishing feats of the war as they storm Missionary Ridge outside Chattanooga on November 25, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #432- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Fourteenth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 27:17


    In which we start to look at yet another dramatic event in the battles for Chattanooga- the storming of Missionary Ridge by the Federals on November 25, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #431- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Thirteenth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 28:14


    In which Grant's plan for November 25, 1863 is derailed when Sherman is unable to dislodge the Confederates from Tunnel Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #430- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Twelfth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2023 32:05


    In which Hooker's Federals storm Lookout Mountain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #429- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Eleventh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023 30:05


    In which Grant's big attack to break the deadlock at Chattanooga finally gets underway on November 23, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #428- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Tenth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 31:50


    In which time runs out for Braxton Bragg. *This podcast is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Advertisers please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    #427- CHATTANOOGA (Part the Ninth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 29:22


    In which Bragg decides to send Longstreet off to have a go at Burnside up at Knoxville. Meanwhile, Grant welcomes his buddy Sherman to Chattanooga. *This podcast is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Advertisers please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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