The heavy price of pride and intolerance of new ideas is examined in this case history from the Civil War. James Wolfe Ripley was cantankerous and just didn't like new things. As a Union Army supply officer he refused to issue a newer, proven, and much better weapon to the troops because he hated change. A Youtube version of this podcast can be found at https://youtu.be/GBlVM5wkU1c

The heavy price of pride and intolerance of new ideas is examined in this case history from the Civil War. James Wolfe Ripley was cantankerous and just didn't like new things. As a Union Army supply officer he refused to issue a newer, proven, and much better weapon to the troops because he hated change. A Youtube version of this podcast can be found at https://youtu.be/GBlVM5wkU1c

The heavy price of pride and intolerance of new ideas is examined in this case history from the Civil War. James Wolfe Ripley was cantankerous and just didn't like new things. As a Union Army supply officer he refused to issue a newer, proven, and much better weapon to the troops because he hated change. A Youtube version of this podcast can be found at https://youtu.be/GBlVM5wkU1c

S02 E04 Pride and Intolerance

&nbsp;Discover hidden stories from history—bite-sized, clever tales that challenge what you thought you knew. At An Ounce, we uncover the little moments that quietly changed everything, surprising truths, and fascinating facts you won’t hear elsewhere. I’m Jim Fugate—retired firefighter, lifelong learner, and an outside-the-box thinker who loves sharing history’s hidden gems. These quick, engaging stories don’t take themselves too seriously, won’t steal your precious time, and might just make you feel a little bit smarter. I hope you’ll join a community of curious minds who enjoy a fresh take on history—where conversation is always open and everyone’s invited.&nbsp;

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 Discover hidden stories from history—bite-sized, clever tales that challenge what you thought you knew. At An Ounce, we uncover the little moments that quietly changed everything, surprising truths, and fascinating facts you won’t hear elsewhere. I’m Jim Fugate—retired firefighter, lifelong learner, and an outside-the-box thinker who loves sharing history’s hidden gems. These quick, engaging stories don’t take themselves too seriously, won’t steal your precious time, and might just make you feel a little bit smarter. I hope you’ll join a community of curious minds who enjoy a fresh take on history—where conversation is always open and everyone’s invited. 

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