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Dave Does History

Dave Does History takes listeners on an engaging journey through the moments that shaped the world we live in today. Hosted by Dave, a passionate historian with a knack for storytelling, the podcast explores pivotal events, unsung heroes, and the complex forces behind historical turning points. With a conversational tone and a deep understanding of the past, Dave makes history accessible, relatable, and downright fascinating.

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00:09:14

Chancellorsville - Day 2

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/02

On this episode of Dave Does History, we follow Stonewall Jackson into the shadows of Chancellorsville on May 2, 1863—the day the thunder rolled through the Wilderness. With audacity that bordered on reckless, Jackson launched one of the most daring flank attacks in American military history, shattering the Union right and changing the tide of the battle. But triumph came at a cost. In the confusion and darkness, Confederate bullets found their own legend. Join us as we relive the drama, decisions,

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00:08:53

Chancellorsville Day 1

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/01

On this episode of Dave Does History, we step into the tangled thickets of Virginia’s Wilderness to relive the first day of the Battle of Chancellorsville—May 1, 1863. It was a day filled with promise, hesitation, and bold defiance, as Union General Joseph Hooker surrendered the initiative and Robert E. Lee seized it. With vivid storytelling and sharp analysis, we explore how one day of missteps and momentum shifts set the stage for one of the Civil War’s most dramatic gambles. Tune in on iHeart

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00:09:26

Louisiana

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/30

On this episode of Dave Does History, we explore the boldest land deal in American history—the Louisiana Purchase. Signed on April 30, 1803, this momentous decision doubled the size of the young republic, redrew the map, and set the United States on a course for continental dominance. But it was more than a bargain—it was a gamble filled with political controversy, diplomatic drama, and far-reaching consequences for Native peoples. Join Dave as he unpacks the personalities, politics, and promises

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00:20:44

Liberty! 250 - An Introduction From Dave

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/29

Welcome to Dave Does History, with a special year-long focus on the Liberty! 250 series, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. From the causes of the American Revolution to the enduring meaning of liberty, this is not your high school history class. It is history the way it should be: honest, riveting, and vital to understanding today’s world.

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00:08:56

The Last Founding Father

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/28

Today on Dave Does History, we journey into the remarkable life of James Monroe — soldier, statesman, and the Last Founding Father to serve as President. Often overshadowed by louder names, Monroe quietly forged a nation, expanded its borders, and warned the Old World to keep its hands off the New. From the bloody fields of Trenton to the bold declaration of the Monroe Doctrine, his story is one of courage, vision, and quiet greatness. Join us as we remember a man who bled for liberty and built the

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00:08:06

The Shores of Tripoli

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/27

On this episode of Dave Does History, we march back to 1805 and the windswept shores of Derna, Libya, where a handful of U.S. Marines etched their place in American legend. From the burning sands of the desert to the thundering guns offshore, the Battle of Derna was the first time the Stars and Stripes flew in victory on foreign soil. Join Dave as he explores the grit, glory, and gamble behind the phrase “to the shores of Tripoli,” and how a bold plan, a borrowed army, and a Marine named O’Bannon

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00:05:36

Esek Hopkins

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/26

Today on Dave Does History, we set sail with Esek Hopkins, the fiery, flawed, and first Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Navy. Before John Paul Jones declared he had not yet begun to fight, Hopkins was already in the thick of it—raiding British ports, outmaneuvering orders, and making enemies in Congress. But his story is no straightforward hero’s tale. From triumph in Nassau to tragedy aboard a slave ship, Hopkins leaves us with a legacy as turbulent as the seas he sailed. Join us as we unpack

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00:05:45

A Cultural Convulsion

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/25

On this episode of Dave Does History, we journey back to April 25, 404 BCE—the day the mighty city of Athens fell and the Peloponnesian War came to a crushing end. After nearly thirty years of conflict, starvation, and political chaos, Sparta stood triumphant and Athens bowed to a brutal new order. We will explore the final moves of the war, the rise of Lysander, and the long-term fallout for Greece and the Western world. It is a story of glory lost, ideals tested, and the haunting echo of flutes as

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00:08:38

Equō nē crēdite, Teucrī!

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/24

On this episode of Dave Does History, we turn the clocks back to April 24, 1183 BCE—the day Troy burned. Join Dave as he walks through the smoldering ruins of the legendary city, uncovering the epic tale of gods, warriors, betrayal, and a giant wooden horse. From Achilles’ wrath to Aeneas’ escape, this story shaped empires and echoed through time. Drawing from Homer, Virgil, and archaeological clues, we blend myth and memory into a vivid narrative of the Bronze Age’s fiery twilight. Buckle

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00:06:54

The Genlteman from Pennsylvania

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/23

On this episode of Dave Does History, we mark the birthday of James Buchanan—America’s only bachelor president and, many say, its most ineffectual. Born April 23, 1791, Buchanan entered office with unmatched experience and left it as the nation shattered into civil war. What went wrong? Was he a victim of circumstance or a man who mistook inaction for wisdom? Join us as we explore Buchanan’s tragic love story, tangled presidency, and the fateful decisions—or lack thereof—that helped bring the Union

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00:32:47

DDH - Conclave

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/22

Pope Francis has died, and the world now turns its eyes to the smoke above the Sistine Chapel.In this episode of Dave Does History, Dave Bowman joins Bill Mick to break down the ancient—and often misunderstood—process of the papal conclave. From medieval roof removals to modern-day power plays, Dave explores the rituals, rules, and raw politics of picking the next pope. Was it always this secretive? (Yes.) Was it always this messy? (Also yes.) Tune in for history, humor, and maybe a few holy

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00:10:17

Thus Must Rome Be Told

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/21

Today on Dave Does History, we journey back to the sacred soil of the Palatine Hill for the story that launched an empire. From the flames of Troy to the she-wolf’s lair on the banks of the Tiber, discover how Aeneas, Romulus, and Remus forged the foundations of Rome—not just as myth, but as history, taught and believed by the American Founding Fathers. Join Dave as he channels Livy, pierces the fog of legend, and uncovers the moral heart of a city destined to rule the world. Subscribe now on

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00:09:40

To Hell With Spain!

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/20

On this episode of Dave Does History, we dive into the fiery moment that launched America onto the global stage—the 1898 declaration of war against Spain. From the mysterious explosion of the USS Maine to the explosive headlines of Hearst and Pulitzer, we explore how media, politics, and patriotism collided to send the United States into war. Was it a fight for Cuban freedom—or the birth of an empire? Join us as we uncover the characters, controversies, and consequences behind one of the most

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00:07:28

Here I Raise My Ebenezer

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/19

In episode of Dave Does History, we take you to Lexington Green on the morning of April 19, 1775—the moment the American Revolution began. But this is more than musket fire and marching redcoats. It is the story of Ebenezer Bowman, a seventeen-year-old who stood his ground and helped ignite a war for independence. Join Dave as he explores not just America's history, but his own legacy. From an eyewitness account of the first shots, and how his own life connects the fight for liberty to the

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00:08:16

Monuments Day

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/18

On this episode of Dave Does History, we explore the meaning and importance of preserving monuments and historic sites—especially those that make us uncomfortable. From the international mission of ICOMOS and UNESCO to a personal journey through Hamburg, South Carolina, Dave shares why even the most controversial markers of the past deserve to be remembered, not removed. Join us as we uncover how monuments teach, warn, and remind us who we are—and what happens when we forget. Tune in on Spotify, the

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00:07:51

For The Guys Who Didn't Come Home

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/17

On this episode of Dave Does History, we salute one of America’s greatest unsung heroes—Joe Foss. From dust-choked South Dakota fields to the war-torn skies over Guadalcanal, Foss became a WWII flying ace, Medal of Honor recipient, governor, football commissioner, and NRA president. His story is not just about dogfights and medals—it is about grit, service, and what it truly means to be an American. Join us as we explore the remarkable life of the man who defied odds, shaped history, and reminded a

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00:08:11

The Last Stand at Masada

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/16

On this episode of Dave Does History, we journey to the windswept heights of Masada, where nearly two thousand years ago, Jewish rebels made their final, fateful stand against the Roman Empire. Was it mass suicide, martyrdom, or myth? Host Dave unpacks the powerful story passed down from Josephus, explores the archaeological evidence, and examines how Masada became a national symbol—and a cautionary tale. From flaming battlements to modern memory, this is not just a history lesson. It is a

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00:06:35

I Want to Believe?

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/14

In 1561, the skies over Nuremberg erupted in what witnesses described as a celestial battle—spheres, rods, crosses, and a massive black spear appeared above the city at dawn. Was it divine warning, extraterrestrial war, or misunderstood natural phenomenon? This week on Dave Does History, we explore Hans Glaser’s famous broadsheet, the Reformation-era mindset behind it, and how this event morphed into modern UFO legend. With both historical insight and skeptical analysis, we unravel the story behind

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00:08:29

Colfax Easter

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/13

On this episode of Dave Does History, we confront one of the darkest and most overlooked chapters of Reconstruction—the Colfax Massacre of 1873. Over a hundred Black men were killed defending their right to vote and hold office in a small Louisiana parish. Their killers walked free. We dig into the political chaos, the brutal events of Easter Sunday, and the Supreme Court decision that crippled federal civil rights enforcement for generations. This is not just history—it is a warning. Join us as we

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00:06:33

STS1

Dave Does History ·

2025/04/12

In this episode of Dave Does History, we fire up the rockets and revisit one of the boldest gambles in American spaceflight: the launch of Space Shuttle Columbia on STS-1 in April 1981. This was not a test run—it was the first flight of a brand-new spacecraft with astronauts aboard. We will meet Commander John Young and Pilot Robert Crippen, unpack the mission’s high-stakes challenges, and explore how Columbia changed the game for NASA. Strap in as we journey through triumph, tension, and the legacy

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