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The Legacy of the Mexican-American War
In another venerable KBAH tradition, Sean and James reflect on the short-term and long-term impact of the Mexican-American War and tell “the rest of …
3 years, 3 months ago
This American President Preview - Eisenhower
Some remember Dwight D. Eisenhower’s presidency as a time of peace and prosperity, but in reality, it was an era of constant global crises. In this e…
3 years, 3 months ago
The Fall of Mexico City and the End of the War (1847-1848)
After the fight at Churubusco, the two armies rested for a couple of weeks, after which the Americans resumed the attack at Molino del Rey and Chapul…
3 years, 3 months ago
Winfield Scott’s War (1847)
In March, 1847, an American army of 12,000 under the command of General Winfied Scott landed on the eastern coast of Mexico and laid siege to the cit…
3 years, 3 months ago
Mexican and American Soldiers
In a time-honored tradition in the Key Battles of American History Podcast, Sean and James push “pause” on the military and political narrative to gi…
3 years, 4 months ago
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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 4 months ago