When we think about the American Revolution, names like Washington and Lafayette often take center stage—but what if one of the most critical players in the final victory has been largely overlooked?

Today's guest is historian and author James Giesler, who brings to light a fascinating and underappreciated story in his book, Francisco De Saavedra's American Revolutionary War: The Spanish Contribution to The Battle of Yorktown.

This is the story of Francisco de Saavedra, a Spanish official whose behind-the-scenes diplomacy, financial strategy, and international coordination helped make the decisive victory at Battle of Yorktown possible.