In this episode, we discuss the Battle of Jonesboro - one of the final large battles before the fall of Atlanta to Union forces on September 2, 1864.

We are back in the Eastern Theatre! In this episode, we discuss the Battle of Reams Station, fought on August 25, 1864.

In this episode, we look at the first battle in which the Confederate Army of Tennessee fought under the command of General John Bell Hood.

For the first time ever, we are recording on location! We were able to record this episode from Grant Hall on Fort McNair which is the place where the Lincoln Conspiracy trial took place in 1865. We are joined by guests Adam Oler, Michael Kauffman (author of "American Brutus") and Kim Holien. Huge thanks to them for joining us to have this discussion about the conspirators, the trial and its significance today. 

In this episode, we discuss the Battle of Gaines' Mill, fought on June 27, 1862. 

In which we discuss a very much under-appreciated and underrated General - Lew Wallace!

We are joined by Dave Taylor of the excellent Lincoln assassination related blog "Lincoln Conspirators" ( https://lincolnconspirators.com/ )to discuss the Apple TV series "Manhunt". 

We are happy to be joined by Dr. Allen C. Guelzo to discuss his new book "Voices from Gettysburg", which will be released on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Huge thanks to Dr. Guelzo for joining us!

In which we discuss the Siege of Yorktown, part of the Peninsula Campaign

In this episode, we discuss a battle not talked about but which has repercussions for things like the Vicksburg Campaign - the Battle of Island No. 10.