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HTP EP 45: The Crimean War 1853 - 1856: An Overview w/ Darrell Rivers Jan 01, 2023

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To begin Season 4 of The History Things Podcast, Matt and Pat have brought on the Minister of the Ministry for History, Darrell Rivers, known to many as the Lord Rivers. Darrell is a historic advisor and life long historical presenter. His specialty is the history of Great Britain, particularly in the 19th century.
Due to this the guys brought Darrell on to talk about a war that has important ramifications for the American Civil War, the Crimean War of 1854-1856! Known to some historians as World War Zero, this conflict saw unlikely allies, new technologies and tragically old tactics. So join us as we dive into Season 4 and the details on this important but little known conflict!
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HTP EP 44: Season 3 Year End Review 2022 Dec 19, 2022

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It's that time of year again, the end of season, so it's time for the Season 3 Year End Review! What a season it has been! The guys have brought you great conversations from both coasts and even from our friends up north! The History Things Podcast covered a wide range of topics this season from maritime history and shipping disasters, to shots heard round the world, to the darkest day in the British military. We touched on lighter topics like local murder!
During all this and while juggling our day to day lives, we have also been hard at work on Season 4, which will start just in time for New Years Day! As ever we thank our friends and listeners for your continued support of The History Things Podcast and we look forward to another banger of a season in 2023. On to Season 4!
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HTP EP 43: Historians On Tap LIVE @ Frederick Social 7/19/2022 Nov 25, 2022

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The following is a recording of The History Things Podcast's guest appearance on Historians on Tap when they visited Frederick, MD earlier this fall. The guys had a great time hanging out with the Historians on Tap crew, as well as swapping local history stories in downtown Frederick at Frederick Social.
As you might have guessed, because this was originally a live event, the sound quality is significantly different. Regardless, we hope you enjoy all the stories presented and get a better appreciation for the breadth of local and regional history out there.
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HTP EP 42: Murder Along The Potomac! The Shocking Killing of Samuel Calvin Lamar Nov 01, 2022

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Friend of the show and Editor in Chief of the Civil War Times, as well as Historynet.com, Dana Shoaf, is back in the studios to drop another Civil War story on Pat and Matt. Where last time we discussed Brigadier General Erastus Tyler and his career both during and after the war. This time the guys are getting down to the men in the ranks.
The same day as our National Tragedy unfolded on the plains of Manassas, a shooting occurred along the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, not far from Frederick, MD. Was this a justified killing by Federal troops, or did alcohol and attitude impare the thoughts of both parties? Find out as the guys dive into the Killing of Samuel Calvin Lamar!
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HTP EP 41: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 2022 Oct 30, 2022

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It's Halloween! This year Matt & Pat are going all in with a special Halloween Episode of The History Things Podcast!
To aid them in their efforts the guys have brought on two special guests. The first, Avery Lentz, the primary host of the Battles and Banter Podcast, while the second is The History Things Podcast's own behind the scenes man, Producer Parker! The gang is talking horror movies, their favorites and why they are. So grab some candy and check it out Halloween night
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HTP EP 40: Brigadier General Erastus B. Tyler Oct 01, 2022

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For Quarter 4, Pat and Matt sit down with the editor of HistoryNet, Dana Shoaf. If you don't know his name you definitely know his work, as Dana is the editor of Civil War Times Illustrated, America's Civil War and all the other great history magazines that are under the HistoryNet umbrella. It's a ton of work, so we thought we would get Dana in to relax and talk about what he wants to talk about.
Turns out, what Dana wanted to talk about was one of the general's at Monocacy National Battlefield, Brigadier General Erastus Tyler! Dana had researched him for college many years ago and has continued to gather information about him and his interesting career. So join us as we do a deep dive on a brigadier you might not be as familiar with!
The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fan gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!
Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.com

HTP EP 39: Air War - World War One Sep 01, 2022

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For this Bonus Episode we take to the sky with Co-Host Matt Borders as we look at the often romantized aspect of the the First World War, the Air War! We've trudeged through the mud and the blood of the trenches in both Season 2 and 3, but now we will look at some of the most iconic and unique flying machines ever to grace the sky.
Prior to soaring though, we had to climb. As such we will take a few minutes to set the stage, looking at early uses of air power in both the US and Europe prior to the First World War. You will no doubt recognize some of the names, the Wright's and Curtis for example, but many others may be new to you. All of this building towards the explosion of aerial innovation and the tragedy of modern warfare that occured in World War One!
The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fan gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!
Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.com

HTP EP 38: Battle of Second Bull Run (Second Manassas) August 28-31, 1862 Aug 28, 2022

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In July we spoke to Anthony Trusso about First Manassas, or First Bull Run and the first major battle of the Civil War in the Eastern Theater. Well, we have brought Anthony back to talk about 2nd Manassas, fought 160 years ago this weekend!
Unlike the 1st Battle of Bull Run, the second battle on the plains of Manassas was a multi day affair, with much larger armies and terrible casualties for both sides. The defeat of the Union Army of Virginia sent shock waves through Washington set the stage for the Maryland Campaign, which began just a few short days later.
So join Pat and Matt, along with special guest Anthony Trusso, as we dive into the details and the controversies of the 2nd Battle of Manassas. A great conversation for the battle anniversary weekend!
The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fan gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!
Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.com

HTP EP 37: The Battle of the Somme 1916 Pt. 2 Aug 01, 2022

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On July 1 Pat and Matt were joined by guest Rob Enfield, the brains and face behind the brilliant YouTube channel, British Muzzleloaders. Rob gave us a great run down of the lead up to the Battle of the Somme and the bloodliest day in the history of the British Empire, July 1, 1916.
Now Rob is back to expound on the Somme Campaign! The rest of the story and the months long endeavor to make something of the brutal fighting that occured there. Rob also dives into the specifics of some of the smaller engagements in the overarching Battle of the Somme and discusses the unique position of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during this campaign.
So join us as we go back to the trenches of the Western Front and dig in with Rob from British Muzzleloaders!
The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fan gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!
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HTP EP 36: Battle of First Bull Run (First Manassas) July 21, 1861 Jul 21, 2022

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Pat & Matt are back in the studio, this time with their friend and fellow ranger, Anthony Trusso. Anthony gives the guys a run down on the first large scale land battle of the American Civil War, First Bull Run. Also known as First Manassas, the Battle of Bull Run is infamous for how it ended and what was happening on the side lines. Looking beyond those tropes though, how well is the battle actually understood and just how close did Federal forces come to actually winning this first significant clash of arms?
The guys discuss these points, as well as the difficulties of building armies out of whole cloth for both sides. Where are the men coming from? Who was equipping them and was anyone really prepared for struggle when Federal forces marched out of Washington heading for Manassas Junction in July 1861? For those of you interested in how the national tragedy of the Civil War kicked off be sure to check this episode out as it drops on the 161st commemoration of the battle!
The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fan gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!
Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.com
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