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Taking Berlin with Martin Dugard
In this special episode, James interviews best-selling author Martin Dugard about his new book Taking Berlin, which tells the fascinating story of th…
3 years, 2 months ago
Buena Vista; New Mexico and California (1846-1847)
After the Mexican loss at Monterrey, Santa Anna took command of the Mexican army and marched a large force north to get revenge against Taylor and hi…
3 years, 2 months ago
Zachary Taylor’s War (1845-1846)
In April 1846, the army of General Zachary Taylor, which President Polk had sent to the Rio Grande River, clashed with a Mexican force sent to drive …
3 years, 2 months ago
Vlogging Through History Teaser - Executions During the Great War
Over 300 men were executed by the British Army for desertion and cowardice during the First World War. In this episode preview from Vlogging Through …
3 years, 2 months ago
The Texas Annexation Crisis (1844-1845)
By 1844, the United States government had resisted the urge to annex the Republic of Texas for several years, but in 1844 that changed as President J…
3 years, 2 months ago
Mexico and Texas (1836-1844)
For the entire history of the Republic of Texas, relations between Mexico and Texas remained tense. Both sides raided the other’s territory. Comanche…
3 years, 2 months ago
Devil Dogs (with Saul David)
In this episode, James interviews prolific author Saul David about his new book Devil Dogs: King Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines: From Guadalca…
3 years, 3 months ago
Bonus Episode - Alexander's Postwar Plans
Alexander the Great’s death at 323 BC in Babylon marked the end of the most consequential military campaign in antiquity. He left behind an empire th…
3 years, 3 months ago
The Alamo (2004)
In this episode, Sean and James discuss the 2004 movie The Alamo, starring Dennis Quaid, Billy Bob Thornton, Jason Patric, and Patrick Wilson.
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3 years, 3 months ago
Who Is History's Most Underrated Figure? (Parthenon Roundtable)
The history of the world is full of unsung heroes and misunderstood figures who have shaped our lives in profound ways. Their contributions to histor…
3 years, 3 months ago