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Boom Goes the History

American Battlefield Trust
Civil War
American Battlefield Trust
American Civil War
Battle Of Chancellorsville
Union Army
Gettysburg
Battle Of Shiloh
Confederate Army
Stonewall Jackson
Battle Of Antietam
Battle Of Gettysburg
Ulysses S. Grant
Vicksburg Campaign
Tennessee
Fort Donelson
American Revolutionary War
Wilmington
William T. Sherman
Kentucky
Battle Of Stones River

Join us on a journey to the key battlegrounds of the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, unraveling the tales of valor, sacrifice, and pivotal moments that shaped the nation. We'll delve into some of the most significant chapters in American history, bringing the past to life with a unique blend of storytelling, expert analysis, and on-site exploration.

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Dan Davis and Kristopher White head down the Mississippi to explore the Battle of New Orleans—from Andrew Jackson’s eclectic arm... more

Garry, Kris, Dan, and Andy take you behind the scenes of their epic Texas video swing—from the Alamo and Galveston to San Jacinto and the remarkable John Nau Collection. Hear about the history, road-trip adventures, unexpected moments, and inevitable... more

When it comes to Civil War History it is hard to find two authors more prolific than Bruce Catton and Shelby Foote. Today on Boom, we react to the words of the men themselves - and debate what is more important when trying to get people interested in... more

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Recent Guests

Kris Mackowski
Author and Emerging Civil War writer
Emerging Civil War, American Battlefield Trust
Episode: "The Truth is How You Feel" | Reacting to Bruce Catton and Shelby Foote
Kate Egner
Digital Department, American Battlefield Trust
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Episode: The Liberty Trail: Talking America's Revolutionary War Sites
Garry Adelman
Chief Historian, American Battlefield Trust
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Chris Mackowski
Co-host, Cope Hill Fellow
American Battlefield Trust
Episode: Gettysburg Historians Unfiltered LIVE (Part 1) | BOOM Goes the History Bonus Ep. 1
Jim Hessler
Licensed battlefield guide, author
Battlefield guide, Gettysburg podcast author
Episode: Gettysburg Historians Unfiltered LIVE (Part 1) | BOOM Goes the History Bonus Ep. 1
Dan Davis
Education team member at the American Battlefield Trust; Rev War expert
American Battlefield Trust
Episode: The Capital has Fallen! The Philadelphia Campaign from Brandywine to Valley Forge
Gary Edelman
Chief historian of the American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust
Episode: 97: Battle of Wyse Fork, Civil War North Carolina
Chris Fonvielle
Wilmington area historian
Episode: 95: Battles of Sugar Loaf and Forks Road, NC
Dr. Angie Zombek
Assistant Professor of History at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Episode: 93: Touring Fort Fisher, Civil War North Carolina

Hosts

Garry Adelman
Chief Historian / Historian and Civil War guide; frequent on-site guest and co-host contributor; long-standing affiliation with American Battlefield Trust and Battlefields.org.
Kris White
Historian and host participant; central figure in live panels and episode discussions; affiliated with Boom Goes the History and related historical organizations.
Chris White
Historian and co-host; regular on-site discussions and public-history dialogue; has served as a key host and participant in multiple episodes.
Kris Mackowski
Co-host / historian; frequent contributor providing research-driven analysis and narrative framing; associated with Emerging Civil War and battlefields.org.
Tim Smith
Official Historian of Adams County, PA; on-site expert for Gettysburg and local battlefield history; adds regional perspective to discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Historical figures would listen to this podcast

    One of, if not the best history podcasts to podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gbass82
    United States2 months ago
  • Let be this podcast

    Awesome podcast. Fun and informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTNLBN
    United States5 months ago
  • Old or new all for me

    Loved the old, excited for the new! Will always support ABT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caqage
    United States6 months ago
  • Love this pod

    I’m a big supporter of ABT and I simply love this pod. So much great info!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caqage
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Quiet

    I guess this is done in cahoots with the ECW because the recording volume is set VERY low. I suggest downloading it and then import into GarageBand; up the volume at least twice. Then you can send it to your phone to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tjj1
    United States2 years ago

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Accessible and engaging storytelling that makes battlefield history feel immediate.
Thoughtful history with strong on-site context and expert guests.
High-quality discussions with vivid anecdotes and behind-the-scenes insights.
A bit volume-wise uneven in some episodes, but content is consistently informative and well-researched.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Stonewall Jackson with Chris Mackowski
Q: Quickly walk us through where, when, and why the Battle of Chancellorsville took place?
The Army of the Potomac was dispersed around the Rappahannock; Lee and Jackson coordinated a surprise maneuver with a Cracker Box campfire setting, Jackson taking 28,000 men to strike the Federal rear while Lee attacked the front, leading to a stunning Confederate success before Jackson was wounded.
The Capital has Fallen! The Philadelphia Campaign from Brandywine to Valley Forge
Q: How did Valley Forge influence French involvement and the broader trajectory of the war?
Valley Forge illustrated American resilience and organizational capacity, contributing to a narrative of perseverance that helped persuade France to ally with the United States; the army's improved discipline and logistics under Steuben and Greene fed into the broader strategic shift that culminated in French entry and the eventual alliance that transformed the war.
The Capital has Fallen! The Philadelphia Campaign from Brandywine to Valley Forge
Q: What were the key factors on the American side that allowed Washington to preserve the army after Brandywine and Brandywine-related engagements?
Washington leveraged disciplined retreat, effective delaying actions by Green and Morgan, and timely reinforcement from the north to prevent a complete collapse; his ability to maintain unit cohesion, despite setbacks and command tensions, kept the army intact to fight another day at Germantown and later at Valley Forge.
The Capital has Fallen! The Philadelphia Campaign from Brandywine to Valley Forge
Q: Dan, why did the British decide to move in from the south towards Philadelphia instead of pressing Burgoyne's forces with a more direct approach from the north?
The British aimed to strike at Philadelphia to take the rebel capital and undermine political leadership, even if it meant a longer, more awkward route; internal disagreements and miscommunications among Howe, Clinton, Burgoyne, and their staff made coordinated action difficult, but the intent was to separate Washington from his northern allies and destabilize the Continental government's administrative center.
81: Saving the Guilford Courthouse Battlefield
Q: What role did the Guilford Battleground Company have in helping to preserve this site?
The Guilford Battleground Company raised funds and partnered with local governments and individuals to purchase and preserve the Hoskins Farm for future generations.

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This show blends rigorous Civil War, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812 history with on-site exploration, archival context, and expert storytelling. Episodes span battlefield analysis, preservation, digital storytelling, and behind-the-scenes logistics of filming across historic sites, often featuring on-site tours, live discussions, and debates about memory, myth, and interpretation. A distinctive thread is the strong collaboration with the American Battlefield Trust and related organizations, plus a willingness to experiment with formats—from live tapings to digital trail projects—that makes history accessible and engaging for both casual listeners and longtime history enthusiasts.

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1. Kris Mackowski
2. Kate Egner
3. Garry Adelman
4. Chris Mackowski
5. Jim Hessler
6. Dan Davis
7. Gary Edelman
8. Chris Fonvielle

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