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Hosts Chris & Jay, two reenactors and lifelong historians, discuss the lesser known side of the American Civil War. From battles to regiments and food to leaders, Disunion talks about the topics y... more
FAQs about Disunion: A Civil War Podcast:How many episodes does Disunion: A Civil War Podcast have?The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.
February 03, 2026Episode 7: The Cumberland Gap with Dr. Lucas WilderDr. Lucas Wilder, the historian behind the popular Civil War focused YouTube channel History Gone Wilder, takes us through the history of the Cumberland Gap and its importance during the Civil War....more53minPlay
January 20, 2026Episode 6: Battles of SaltvilleIn this episode, Jay and Chris explore the strategic significance of Saltville and why its salt works became a target for the Union. We cover the two major battles fought over the town, the tragic massacre of United States Colored Troops (USCT) that followed one of the engagements, and the subsequent post-war trial....more33minPlay
January 06, 2026Episode 1: Battle of OlusteeIn this episode of Disunion, we discuss the battle of Olustee (Ocean Pond), the largest engagement fought in the state of Florida. We talk about the economic and political reasons the United States conducted a thrust into the interior of Florida and how the Confederacy responded, what the outcome of the battle was, and the heroics of the US Colored Troops during and after the fighting....more38minPlay
January 06, 2026Episode 2: Life of a SoldierIn the second episode of Disunion, we take listeners through the daily life of a soldier during the Civil War. We discuss what soldiers wore, what they ate, and what they did when they were not fighting or marching. From hard tack to baseball, we explain what life was like in the armies of the North and South....more37minPlay
January 06, 2026Episode 3: Arms & ArmamentIn this episode of Disunion, Chris and Jay explain the different branches of the army during the Civil War: infantry, cavalry, and artillery. We also discuss the weapons available to the men in each branch, and why those weapons were chosen over others....more42minPlay
January 06, 2026Episode 4: The Gallant Hood, Part 1John Bell Hood remains one of the most polarizing generals in the Southern Army, with many thinking he was the reason the south lost, and others believing he was put in an impossible situation. In this episode of Disunion, we dissect Hood's career from West Point to Gettysburg, and discuss how he rose to such a high rank so quickly. This is part one of a two part episode....more40minPlay
January 06, 2026Episode 5: The Gallant Hood, Part 2In this episode of Disunion, we pick up where we left off and conclude Hood's story. We then discuss Hood's legacy, and try to tackle the question that always come up when talking about Hood: was he a good general, a bad one, or somewhere in between?...more49minPlay
December 03, 2025Episode 1 PreviewThe first five episodes of Disunion will release on January 6, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy the first nine minutes of our first episode....more10minPlay
November 13, 2025Introducing DisunionWelcome to the Disunion Podcast! Beginning January 2026, we'll start releasing episodes, but for now, please enjoy this brief introduction....more11minPlay
FAQs about Disunion: A Civil War Podcast:How many episodes does Disunion: A Civil War Podcast have?The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.