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The Civil War & Reconstruction

Richard Youngdahl
Civil War
Atlanta Campaign
Ulysses S. Grant
Union Army
Red River Campaign
Confederate Army
William Tecumseh Sherman
Robert E. Lee
Nathaniel Banks
Joe Johnston
Kennesaw Mountain
Overland Campaign
Richmond
Jefferson Davis
Abraham Lincoln
Battle Of Kennesaw Mountain
American Civil War
Cold Harbor
John B. Hood
Army Of the Potomac

A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era. Visit us at www.civilwarpodcast.org

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In which we look at what was happening with James McPherson & the Army of the Tennessee, east of Atlanta, while George Thomas was fighting off the Confederates at Peach Tree Creek on July 20, 1864.

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In which we take a look at the music of the Civil War (again).

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In which we wrap-up our look at the Battle of Peach Tree Creek, which took place outside Atlanta on July 20, 1864.

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In which we look at the action at the start of the Battle of Peach Tree Creek, which took place outside Atlanta on July 20, 1864.

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Rich
Host and co-presenter with decades of Civil War history focus; appears across many episodes with authoritative narration and historical context.
Tracy
Co-host and primary presenter alongside Rich, known for guiding listeners through narrative histories with expert commentary and primary sources.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.8k ratings
  • True Patriots!

    Thank you for standing up for democracy and the Constitution. The irony of these reviewers who are upset about your commentary is not lost on me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PartsUnknown88
    United Statesa month ago
  • Arrogance and Ignorance

    Not a good combination. Without any specifics, like a middle school bully he calls people names. Pathetic.

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    1
    IndyMikeBB
    United States2 months ago
  • The ending to your show was very moving and timely. Thank you for the brave, honest & and heart-felt observations.

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    xl1212
    2 months ago
  • Jumped the political shark today (July 2026)

    Richard and Tracy Youngdahl jumped the political shark in Episode 532. In a postscript, they couldn’t help themselves and proceeded to bash the current administration and the GoP with claims of racism and other misdeeds against the Constitution. No examples were cited. You had a chance to talk about what is great about our country and what has gotten better. But, why do you alienate half of your listeners by going off unhinged? Richard was almost in tears talking about the state of the country. ... more

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    1
    RenegadeRed24
    United States2 months ago
  • Stupidity

    Conflating all conservative Republicans with a few racists demonstrated your ignorance and stupidity. The vast majority of Americans are the same as the good people who fought to end slavery and Jim Crow and are now fighting the democratic socialists. Get a grip on reality and stop helping the democrats.

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    DavidD7963
    United States2 months ago

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Overall, the show is described as thorough, well-narrated, and highly recommended for history buffs.
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Fans highlight the two-host dynamic as a strong, engaging guide to complex events.

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#135
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#225
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Listeners are drawn to in-depth, narrative-driven Civil War history that blends battlefield detail with personal recollections and primary-source flavor. Episodes cover major campaigns (especially Atlanta), strategic movements, and leadership dynamics, while weaving in book recommendations, maps, and era-context to help listeners understand how events unfolded and why they mattered. The show stands out for its warm, two-host dynamic and their ability to translate dense military history into accessible storytelling, often pairing tactical explanations with eyewitness voices and era commentary. Potential sponsors and guests may find value in the show's strong educational focus, loyal and long-standing audience, and emphasis on well-researched... more

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