American Stories with Rebecca Price Janney

By Rebecca Price JanneyHistory

American Stories with Rebecca Price Janney episodes

April 17, 2024 The Story of Father Emil Kapaun - Korean War Hero
Father Kapaun is only one of five Army chaplains to have received the Medal of Honor and is a candidate for sainthood
14 min
July 05, 2023 1776 - America's Worst Year?!
How could this revered year also be its worst?
11 min
May 16, 2023 Edmonia Lewis - Acclaimed American Sculptor
Edmonia Lewis's depictions of American literature and history earned her widespread acclaim in the 19th century
6 min
March 21, 2023 Good Morning Vietnam!
On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, this podcast salutes Sgt. Adrian Cronaur and all those who served.
6 min
February 24, 2023 Tootsie Rolls Saved the Day
During a brutal Korean War battle, a beloved American candy came to the rescue.
4 min
January 12, 2023 "Casablanca " - Its True Story and Legacy
Most of the actors in this iconic movie played their parts from first-hand experience
9 min
December 15, 2022 "I Heard the Bells"
Hear the touching story behind one of America's best-loved Christmas songs
7 min
November 16, 2022 Operation Market Garden
Today, Dutch families continue to honor "their" soldiers
6 min
October 12, 2022 Patriotism in Her Purse
Learn the surprising role the cosmetic industry played in World War II
5 min
September 12, 2022 A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The Rev. Dr. Billy Graham recounted his long friendship with Her Majesty, in his autobiography
6 min

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Classic and contemporary stories from historian and award-winning author Dr. Rebecca Price Janney will inspire and encourage