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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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00:32:50

DDH - The Lincoln County War

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/18

In 1878 Lincoln County, New Mexico, power wasn’t held byelected officials—it was owned by The House, a corrupt monopoly that controlled everything from cattle sales to banking. When John Tunstall arrived to challenge their grip, he paid with his life, sparking the Lincoln County War.Outlaws, lawmen, and gunfighters clashed in a brutal cycle of revenge, with Billy the Kid rising as both an avenger and a fugitive.Join Dave Does History on Bill Mick Live as we uncover the corruption, shootouts, and

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00:06:31

We Don't Talk (Enough) About Bruno

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/17

Giordano Bruno, born in 1548, was a radical thinker and heretic whose ideas challenged the Catholic Church's doctrines.Embracing a boundless universe with countless worlds, he defied traditional views and even rejected core Christian teachings. After fleeing from the Dominican Order, Bruno became a controversial figure across Europe, ultimately leading to his arrest by the Inquisition. He refused to recant his beliefs, resulting in his execution by burning in 1600—a martyr for the cause of free

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00:06:48

Henry Wilson

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/16

Henry Wilson’s life was a testament to perseverance, conviction, and an unyielding commitment to justice. Born into poverty and indentured as a child, he rose to become a U.S. Senator, a leading abolitionist, and Vice President of the United States. A fierce opponent of slavery, Wilson helped shape the Free Soil and Republican parties, fought to end “Slave Power,” and championed civil rights during Reconstruction. His legacy is one of relentless advocacy for equality and an unwavering belief in

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00:08:28

The Last Train Robbery

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/15

The Fairbank Train Robbery of February 15, 1900, was a chaotic clash between Old West outlaws and a determined lawman. Orchestrated by corrupt deputies-turned-criminals Burt Alvord and Billy Stiles, the robbery aimed to loot a Wells Fargo express car at the Fairbank station. Their gang expected an easy score but instead faced Jeff Milton, a hardened express messenger who, despite being shot, fought back with deadly force. What unfolded was one of Arizona’s last great train heists.

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00:07:26

The Last Cazonci

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/14

The fall of the Purépecha Empire in 1530 was a brutal chapter in the Spanish conquest of Mesoamerica. Unlike the Aztecs, who fought fiercely, the Purépecha under Tangáxuan II initially sought peace, only to be betrayed.After submitting to Hernán Cortés, Tangáxuan found himself at the mercy of Nuño de Guzmán, a ruthless conquistador with a thirst for power. Accused of rebellion, Tangáxuan was tortured and executed, marking the violent end of his empire and the rise of Spanish rule.

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00:08:18

The Nashville Sit-Ins

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/13

The Nashville Sit-ins of 1960, a significant moment in the Civil Rights Movement, emerged amid pervasive racial segregation in the South. Led by activists like James Lawson and supported by the Nashville Christian Leadership Council, students organized a series of nonviolent protests at lunch counters.The escalating demonstrations faced hostility but garnered public sympathy. Their resilience led to the desegregation of downtown lunch counters in Nashville, setting a precedent for similar actions

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00:08:21

Georgia Day

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/12

In 1733, James Oglethorpe and a band of settlers arrived on the banks of the Savannah River, laying the foundation for what would become the Colony of Georgia. Unlike its neighbors, Georgia was founded with a unique mission—a blend of philanthropy, military strategy, and economic ambition. Oglethorpe, a British MP and military officer, envisioned a colony that would offer debtors and the impoverished a fresh start while serving as a buffer between Spanish Florida and the prosperous Carolinas. The

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00:32:21

Elbridge Gerry Goes Full Salamander

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/11

On this episode ofBill Mick Live, it’s Tuesday, which means Dave Does History—and today, we’re taking on one of the most infamous political tricks in American history: gerrymandering. The term was coined on February 11, 1812, when Massachusetts Governor Elbridge Gerry signed off on a redistricting plan that reshaped voting districts to benefit his party. A satirical cartoonist noticed that one district looked like a salamander, and just like that—the “Gerry-mander” was born.But there’s more to Gerry

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00:08:07

HMS Dreadnought

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/10

At the dawn of the 20th century, the world’s great powers were locked in an arms race, each vying for dominance on the high seas. The British Royal Navy, long the master of the oceans, faced a new challenge as rival nations built bigger and more powerful fleets.Enter Admiral Sir Jackie Fisher, a man who didn’t just anticipate change—he demanded it. Fisher’s vision was bold: a new kind of battleship, faster, deadlier, and more powerful than anything before. The result was HMSDreadnought, launched on

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00:10:44

The Most Corrupt Bargain

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/09

The Election of 1824 wasn’t just another presidential contest—it was a political brawl that exposed the fractures in the so-called “Era of Good Feelings.”Four candidates, all claiming the banner of the Democratic-Republican Party, fought for control of the White House, but none secured an electoral majority. Enter the House of Representatives, where backroom deals and personal vendettas determined the outcome. Andrew Jackson won the popular vote, but John Quincy Adams took the presidency, thanks to

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00:07:45

The (Russian) Great Escape

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/08

In the final months of World War II, Soviet pilot Mikhail Devyataev pulled off one of the most daring escapes in history.Captured by the Nazis and imprisoned in a brutal labor camp on the island of Usedom, he faced near-certain death. But instead of waiting for fate to take its course, he did the unthinkable—he and a group of fellow prisoners hijacked a Heinkel He 111 bomber and flew to freedom.This is the incredible true story of how one man turned the enemy’s own war machine against them,

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00:07:28

State Soverignty on Trial

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/07

11th Amendment, Chisholm v. Georgia, state sovereignty, U.S. Constitution, Supreme Court cases, federalism, judicial power.This episode ofDave Does History dives into the legal and political firestorm ignited byChisholm v. Georgia, a case that dared to question state immunity and ended up forcing the first major amendment after the Bill of Rights. When the Supreme Court ruled that states could be dragged into federal court by private citizens, the reaction was swift—Congress and the states wasted no

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00:08:05

A Man of Contradictions

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/06

Aaron Burr was one of the most controversial figures in early American history—a war hero, politician, and vice president whose ambition led to both greatness and infamy. Best known for killing Alexander Hamilton in a duel, Burr’s story didn’t end there. His life was marked by political intrigue, a treason trial, and a failed scheme that still sparks debate. Was he a traitor or a visionary ahead of his time? This episode of Dave Does History explores Burr’s rise, his conflicts with Hamilton and

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00:07:52

The Immigration Act of 1917

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/05

The Immigration Act of 1917 was one of the most sweeping and controversial immigration laws in American history. Passed over President Woodrow Wilson’s veto, it imposed a literacy test, expanded the list of “undesirable” immigrants, and created the Asiatic Barred Zone, effectively shutting out most of Asia from immigration to the U.S. This episode looks at the political battles, the rising tide of nativism, and the long-term impact of the law on American immigration policy. How did fear, war, and

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00:31:25

The Emperor of The United States

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/05

Step back into Gold Rush-era San Francisco, a city teeming with fortune seekers, rogues, and visionaries. In this episode of Dave Does History on Bill Mick Live, we explore one of the most fascinating figures in American history—Emperor Norton I, the self-proclaimed Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico. Once a wealthy businessman, Joshua Norton’s fortunes crumbled after a disastrous investment in the rice market. But instead of fading into obscurity, he reinvented himself as a

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00:06:32

Four Chaplains Day

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/03

On February 3, 1943, in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic, four chaplains aboard the SS Dorchester made the ultimate sacrifice. As a German torpedo sent the overcrowded troopship to its doom, Methodist minister George L. Fox, Jewish rabbi Alexander D. Goode, Dutch Reformed minister Clark V. Poling, and Catholic priest John P. Washington gave their life jackets to others, choosing faith and unity over survival. Their final act—standing together, arms linked in prayer—became an enduring symbol

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00:08:07

What If's? Albert Sidney Johnston

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/02

Albert Sidney Johnston was one of the most intriguing figures of the Civil War—hailed by Jefferson Davis as the Confederacy’s finest general, yet doomed by fate at the Battle of Shiloh. In this episode, we explore his life, from his early military career in Texas and the U.S. Army to his fateful decision to join the South. Was his death truly the turning point of the war, as Davis claimed, or was his reputation larger than his actual impact? Join us as we unravel the story of a warrior whose

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00:07:21

Saigon, 1968

Dave Does History ·

2025/02/01

February 1, 1968. In the chaos of the Tet Offensive, a single gunshot on a Saigon street changed the way Americans saw the Vietnam War. Captured in a Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph by Eddie Adams, the execution of Nguyễn Văn Lém by General Nguyễn Ngọc Loan became one of the most infamous images in history. But what’s the real story behind that moment? In this episode, we dig into the war, the men involved, the media firestorm, and the lasting impact of this haunting image. Was it justice,

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00:07:20

The Wrong Side of the River

Dave Does History ·

2025/01/31

Milwaukee’s history is full of grit, ambition, and—believe it or not—bridge sabotage. In 1845, what should have been a simple matter of urban planning turned into an all-out brawl between rival settlements on either side of the Milwaukee River. At the heart of the chaos was Byron Kilbourn, a land speculator with grand dreams and little interest in cooperation. His refusal to align Kilbourntown’s streets with neighboring Juneautown was just the beginning. When the Wisconsin Territorial Legislature

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00:08:55

Bloody Sundy 72

Dave Does History ·

2025/01/30

On January 30, 1972, the streets of Derry, Northern Ireland, ran red with blood. What began as a peaceful civil rights march against internment without trial ended in a massacre when British paratroopers opened fire on unarmed civilians, killing thirteen on the spot, with another dying later from his wounds. It was a day that shattered trust, fueled the IRA’s rise, and left a permanent stain on British-Irish relations. Today, we break down the events of Bloody Sunday, the cover-ups that followed,

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