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A naval history podcast from Preble Hall - the United States Naval Academy Museum in Annapolis, Maryland. Preble Hall will interview historians, practitioners, military personnel, and other experts on a variety of naval history topics from ancient history to recent history.

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Latest Episodes

David Gendell discusses his book, Battles at Annapolis: Two Remarkable Football Games in the Army-Navy Rivalry, with Preble Hall host, Stephen Phillips. The book covered the only two Army-Navy games played on the Naval Academy grounds. The first in 1... more

Craig Symonds, Professor Emeritus of History at the U.S. Naval Academy, discusses his latest book, Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 and its Trial by Fire in World War II.

In this, our 250th episode of Preble Hall, the United States Naval Academy Museum's own Education Specialist Sondra Duplantis interviews Mike Fink, author of Intrepid's Fighting Squadron 18 Flying High With Harris' Hellcats.  Join us for an exciting ... more

In this episode of Preble Hall, Dr. Stephen Phillips interviews Will Wright, USNA Class of 1995, and a member of the offshore sailing team. They discuss the U. S. Postal Service stamp issued for the  U.S. Naval Academy's 150th Anniversary that depict... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Symonds
Professor Emeritus at the US Naval Academy and author
United States Naval Academy
Episode: Craig Symonds - Annapolis Goes to War
Mike Fink
Manager of Development Content at the Intrepid Museum, avid researcher and historian
Intrepid Museum
Episode: Mike Fink: Intrepid's Fighting Squadron 18 - Flying High With Harris' Hellcats
Marc Leepson
Journalist, historian and author of 11 books, including 'The Unlikely War Hero'.
Episode: Marc Leepson - Unlikely War Hero
Admiral James Stavridis
Retired four-star Admiral, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, author and speaker
Carlisle Group, Rockefeller Foundation
Episode: Admiral James Stavridis and The Admiral's Bookshelf
John Quarstein
Director Emeritus of the USS Monitor Center and author of naval history books.
Episode: From Ironclads to Admiral, John Lorimer Worden
Robert Worden
Collaterally descended from Admiral Worden, an author of various historical studies.
Episode: From Ironclads to Admiral, John Lorimer Worden
Brian Dickinson
Former Navy Search and Rescue Swimmer and author
Episode: Brian Dickinson: Calm in the Chaos
Dr. John Sherwood
Historian at the Navy History and Heritage Command, expert on modern naval history.
Episode: Operation Unified Assistance with Dr. John Sherwood
Christopher Havern Sr.
Historian on the Fleet History Team of the Naval History and Heritage Command
Naval History and Heritage Command
Episode: Army-Navy Game 2024 with NHHC's Christopher Havern

Hosts

Stephen Phillips
Host of Preble Hall, facilitating conversations on naval history.
John Sherwood
Historian with the Naval History and Heritage Command, expert on modern naval history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
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    A big dose of meh………

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    dickydipper
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great discussion...I always appreciate a podcast that points me to other books I need to read.

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    mromero.navhist
    2 years ago
  • Sea Stories and Science Fiction Podcast Approves

    If you love Navy history you’ll love this podcast. Includes interviews and true stories about hero’s, adventures, ships and battles from every era in the US Navy’s colorful history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SciFiLitGuy
    United States4 years ago
  • Such a great mix of topics

    I love the diversity of topics that are covered. Always something interesting and engaging. Very solid interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liberty MO
    United States4 years ago
  • One of the Best Naval History Podcasts

    As someone who enjoys learning about Naval History, I love how this podcast finds interesting subjects (mostly American) to educate listeners about. It’s also very fun to learn about the US Naval Academy and it’s culture/history. Can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tiernan Forslayer
    United States5 years ago

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David Gendell - Battles at Annapolis
Q: How did the game look in 1893?
The 1893 game resembled rugby more than modern football, with violent play and little protective gear.
David Gendell - Battles at Annapolis
Q: What was the inspiration for this book?
The inspiration came during research for the Schooner America book, where Gendell discovered significant events surrounding the 1942 Army-Navy game.
Craig Symonds - Annapolis Goes to War
Q: Can you talk about the admissions process for the Naval Academy Class of 1940?
Many applicants attended prep schools to prepare for the Academy exam, which was crucial for nomination and admission.
Craig Symonds - Annapolis Goes to War
Q: What was the inspiration for this book?
The inspiration arose from the Class of 1940 reunions where midshipmen decided to share their experiences to aid current students.
Mike Fink: Intrepid's Fighting Squadron 18 - Flying High With Harris' Hellcats
Q: Could you take us through the training and development of the squadron as they became the lethal and cohesive team?
Fink explains the extensive training required to become a naval aviator, including hundreds of hours of training and specific preparations for combat.

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What is Preble Hall about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on naval history, covering a broad range of topics that span from ancient naval conflicts to more recent military operations and humanitarian efforts. It features discussions with historians, military personnel, and authors who share their insights and experiences, making it an engaging platform for history enthusiasts. Noteworthy elements include in-depth narratives on crucial historical events such as the Vietnam War and significant naval figures, alongside cultural discussions surrounding maritime traditions and the Navy's role in humanitarian missions. The podcast likely appeals to those interested in military history, naval operations, and scholarly insights into maritime events, often highlighting the emotional and... more

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2. Mike Fink
3. Marc Leepson
4. Admiral James Stavridis
5. John Quarstein
6. Robert Worden
7. Brian Dickinson
8. Dr. John Sherwood

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