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Key Battles of American History

Key Battles of American History
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Battle Of Peleliu

War has played a key role in the history of the United States from the nation’s founding right down to the present. Wars made the U. S. independent, kept it together, increased its size, and established it as a global superpower. Understanding America’s wars is essential for understanding American history. In the Key Battles of American History, host James Early discusses American history through ... more

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In this concluding episode of their mini- series on the Revolutionary War at sea, Audrey and James explore how the conflict expanded into a global struggle involving France, Spain, and the Dutch Republic, stretching British naval power to its limits.... more

In this episode, the second of a three-part miniseries on the naval war, James and Audrey examine how the Continental Navy and hundreds of American privateers waged a relentless campaign against British commerce, forcing the Royal Navy to divert valu... more

The Revolutionary War was fought not only on the battlefields of North America but also across the world's oceans, where Britain's mighty Royal Navy faced an unlikely challenge from a fledgling American naval force. In this first installment of a thr... more

In this episode, James interviews author James Giesler about his book Francisco de Saavedra’s American Revolutionary War: The Spanish Contribution to the Battle of Yorktown. Saavedra is little-known among twenty-first century Americans, in spite of t... more

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James Giesler
Author of Francisco de Saavedra's American Revolutionary War
Author, Francisco de Saavedra's American Revolutionary War
Episode: Saavedra's Revolution with James Giesler
Michael Troy
Host of the American Revolution Podcast
The American Revolution Podcast
Episode: The Patriot with Michael Troy
Greg Jackson
Author, historian, and host of History That Doesn't Suck
History That Doesn't Suck
Episode: Been There, Done That with Greg Jackson
William J. Fallon
Retired U.S. Navy Admiral, former Centcom Commander
U.S. Navy / Centcom
Episode: Decisions, Discord and Diplomacy with Admiral William Fallon
Dave Holland
Marine veteran, independent scholar and author
Author of Guadalcanal's Longest Fight
Episode: Guadalcanal's Longest Fight with Dave Holland
Edward J. Hagerty
Historian and author of Soldier of the South, Lieutenant General Richard H. Anderson, At War and Peace
American Military University (former), author
Episode: Soldier of the South with Edward Hagerty
Jenny Chan
Director of Pacific Atrocities Education (PAE)
Pacific Atrocities Education
Episode: Japanese War Atrocities with Jenny Chan
Sean McIvernight
Good friend and fellow history buff, co-host
Come and Take It (Texas podcast)
Episode: The Lost Battalion (ENCORE)
Sean McIver
Co-host of Come and Take It, history and World War I buff
Independent podcaster
Episode: Sergeant York (ENCORE)

Hosts

James Early
Host of the show and an historian with a focus on American battles; adjunct professor at San Jacinto College.
Audrey Rogers
Co-host providing analysis and commentary across episodes, with emphasis on historical context and accessible narrative.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Modest effort

    Sounds like a rough reading of Wikipedia sources, interrupted by lame explanations of the obvious, unrelated asides, and poor jokes. Honestly, how can I care more than they do? 3 stars is generous.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    docjkm
    United States2 months ago
  • My GO TO…

    This is my go to podcast recently. I went in just to learn a little bit more about the Vietnam war and I’m currently in a deep rabbit hole along with these guys. I honestly haven’t listened to anything but this show for weeks. Very easy listening. Very informative. Very extensive. I need to get over to this guy’s app and donate some money. I certainly owe him some at this point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loolo88888
    United States2 months ago
  • Total series

    Great podcast!! Along with Dan Carlin. Mr Early is the best historian podcast I have found. All of his episodes are excellent and I

    Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kninetimmy1
    United States2 months ago
  • Young washington

    You should review young washington, I would listen to that,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United States3 months ago
  • Revolutionary war

    A really good podcast today with the Revolutionary War As a descendant of a New Jerseys militiaman who got wounded, according to family history, at the battle of Brandywine I look forward to hearing the next episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wolfie/wolf
    United States3 months ago

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Guests are well-chosen and the discussions feel well-researched and informative.
Listeners appreciate the engaging, conversational style that makes complex history accessible.
Occasional humor and light banter are noted but not at the expense of solid historical content.
If you love deep dives into battles with clear context, this show is a solid pick for learning and entertainment.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Saavedra's Revolution with James Giesler
Q: How did Yorktown come together and what was Saavedra's contribution?
Saavedra facilitated the rapid refitting and resupply of French forces in the Caribbean, mobilized half a million silver pesos from Havana to fund the campaign, and thus enabled the French to join forces with American and Continental troops at Yorktown at a moment when timing was critical.
Saavedra's Revolution with James Giesler
Q: What was the grass Saavedra Convention?
The discussion highlights Saavedra's coordination with French forces and the broader diplomatic-military arrangements that allowed Spanish and French efforts to converge against the British, culminating in decisive battles such as Yorktown.
Decisions, Discord and Diplomacy with Admiral William Fallon
Q: How did the surge in 2007 change the situation in Iraq, and what role did you play?
He discusses increasing combat brigades, shifting from base-hunkering to actively rooting out insurgents, and credits General Petraeus and his team for improving security across much of the country.
Decisions, Discord and Diplomacy with Admiral William Fallon
Q: What instigated the Iraq War decision in 2003, and what was your view at the time?
Fallon explains that after 9/11 there was pressure from various actors to remove Saddam, and he warned that the focus in Washington would drift from Afghanistan to Iraq, which would lead to long-term occupation without adequate planning or resources.
Japanese War Atrocities with Jenny Chan
Q: All right. So for starters, as a co-founder of Pacific Atrocities Education, what drew you to focus on the Asia Pacific atrocities? And how does your personal background inform the stories you're committed to telling?
Jenny explains her family history with the occupation of Hong Kong and the broader impact of WWII in Asia, how she found that there were very few organized efforts to study these atrocities, and how that motivated her to start PAE to foster scholarship and dialogue, including supporting students and interns who engage with topics like Nanjing, Comfort Women, and Unit 731.

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2. Michael Troy
3. Greg Jackson
4. William J. Fallon
5. Dave Holland
6. Edward J. Hagerty
7. Jenny Chan
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