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The Civil War & Reconstruction

Richard Youngdahl

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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50:55

#59 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Eighth)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2014/01/19

In which we conclude our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the Federal army's retreat and the failure of the Confederates to pursue, and then we offer some final thoughts on the war's first major battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:30

#58 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Seventh)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2014/01/13

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the fight for Henry Hill, and then we move over to the action at Chinn Ridge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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38:22

#57 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Sixth)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2014/01/05

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the start of the pivotal fight for Henry Hill. Plus, we see how Stonewall Jackson got his famous nickname. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:37

#56 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Fifth)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/12/30

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at how McDowell failed to maintain the initiative after he seized Matthews Hill, and as a result the Confederates had time to forge a defensive line on Henry Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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50:09

#55 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Fourth)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/12/22

In which we cover the start of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861)- including the Federals' flanking march to Sudley Ford and the fight for Matthews Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:26

#54 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Third)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/12/15

In which we cover the affair at Blackburn's Ford on July 18, 1861. Plus, we look at McDowell's decision to change his plan and attempt to turn the Confederate left flank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:12

#53 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Second)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/12/09

In which we look at the start of the campaign that culminates with the First Battle of Manassas on July 21, 1861. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:45

#52 FIRST MANASSAS (Part the First)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/12/01

In which we set the stage for the beginning of the campaign that culminates with the First Battle of Manassas on July 21, 1861. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:24

#51 GONE FOR A SOLDIER

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/24

In which we look at why Northern & Southern men signed up to fight at the beginning of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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27:18

Bonus Episode: HORSES & MULES

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/19

In which we look at the importance of horses & mules to Civil War armies. Plus, we talk about Robert E Lee's horse- Traveller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:56

#50 CONTRABANDS / BIG BETHEL

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/18

In which we discuss the decision to declare runaway slaves "contraband of war," and then we look at the Battle of Big Bethel which took place on June 10, 1861. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:25

#49 ARTILLERY

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/11

In which we cover the third Civil War combat arm: the artillery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:21

Gettysburg Address Book Recommendations

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/07

In which we give some book and other recommendations for the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln giving Gettysburg Address. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:04

#48 CAVALRY

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/11/04

In which we look at another one of the three Civil War combat arms: the cavalry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:54

#47 INFANTRY (Part the Third)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/10/27

In which we conclude our discussion of Civil War infantry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:07

#46 INFANTRY (Part the Second)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/10/21

In which we discuss the principal shoulder arm used by Union & Confederate infantrymen during the Civil War: the rifle-musket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:27

#45 INFANTRY (Part the First)

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/10/13

In which we use several episodes to talk about the three combat arms of the Civil War- the infantry, cavalry, & artillery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:04

#44 RICH MOUNTAIN

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/10/09

In which we start off with a short bio of George McClellan, and then get to the continuation of the action in northwest Virginia with the Battle of Rich Mountain (July 11, 1861). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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42:31

#43 FAIRFAX COURT HOUSE / THE PHILIPPI RACES

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/09/30

In which we look at the clash between Union & Confederate forces at Fairfax Court House in northeast Virginia on June 1, 1861... and the Union surprise attack at Philippi in northwest Virginia on June 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:51

#42 THE FATE OF ARLINGTON

The Civil War & Reconstruction ·

2013/09/22

In which we look at the fate that befell Arlington, the mansion and estate that was the home of Robert E. Lee and his family before the start of the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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