AZ: The History of Arizona podcast

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Episode 109: Two telegrams Aug 22, 2022

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With the arrival of two items of bad news, the Apache Wars changed in an instant. And that means it’s time to say good bye to the Gray Fox himself, General George Crook.

Episode 108: En-juh Aug 15, 2022

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In March 1886, General George Crook and Geronimo would negotiate for the last time. Raised tempers, impatience and a whole lot of liquor would ensure this meeting was not the end Crook hoped it was.

Episode 107: The Devil’s Backbone Aug 08, 2022

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Bad luck is everyone in the story of the Apache Wars, but the most tragic example might be that of Captain Emmett Crawford on January 11, 1886.

Episode 106: No speedy results Aug 01, 2022

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We turn our attention back to Geronimo as he, Nana, Naiche, Chihuahua, and Chihuahua’s brother, Ulzana, each in turn decide to take the offensive and raid into Arizona and New Mexico. Meanwhile, top Army officials consider how to handle the Chiricahua Apache once and for all.

Episode 105: Davis, Davis, and Davis Jul 25, 2022

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Captain Davis and Lieutenant Davis must deal with hostile terrain and hostile Mexicans while trying to hunt down hostile Apache. And, just for fun, we will throw in some more Davises to boot.

Episode 104: The Mexican Campaign, Round 2 Jul 18, 2022

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General Crook and his troops find out the hard way that, in this case, the sequel is truly not as good as the original.

Episode 103: All sorts of trouble Jul 11, 2022

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With Geronimo and others on the loose, Chiricahua unity fracturing, public opinion turning, and the Army unable to win the chase to the border, Crook prepares to wage a second, harder campaign down in Mexico.

Episode 102: His word was worthless Jun 19, 2022

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Illegal tiswin brewing, an inexperienced officer, an unsent telegram, Geronimo’s paranoia, and a not-so-white lie will bring everything spiraling downward for the Chiricahua Apache at Turkey Creek.

Episode 101: Turkey Creek Jun 13, 2022

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The Chiricahua Apache’s new home was idyllic, but problems with illicit moonshine would make sure that everyone was always just a little bit on edge.

Episode 100: A great joke Jun 06, 2022

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In our 100th episode, things are a little tense at San Carlos. A new leader among the Chiricahua is pushing the limits, the Apache want to move some place better, the military commander and Indian Agent are at each other’s throats, and two over-eager custom officials almost blow Geronimo finally turning himself into Crook.

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