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HTP EP 84: The Romney Expedition 1861/62 Pt. One w/Rob Ambrose Dec 02, 2024

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The guys have Rob Ambrose back in studio! This time we are getting a two part episode about the early years of the Civil War out in Rob's neck of the woods, the Bath Romney Campaign!
This often overlooked campaign in the winter of 1861-1862 saw some of the already rising stars of both the United States and Confederate armies, including Thomas J. Jackson, George McClellan, William Loring and Frederick Lander. How these men, and their forces operate during this campaign will be discussed in detail.
This is campaign is Rob's baby and as such he gives the guys a lot of details. So keep an eye out for part two of the Bath-Romney Campaign and the conclusion of Rob's story in the very near future!
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HTP EP 83: **LIVE - 24hrs On The Ridge** Gettysburg 1869 w/Codie East Nov 29, 2024

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Now for something completely different!
The guys are back in Gettysburg with friend of the show Codie Eash, but this time, for the first time, they recorded the show live! That's right, as part of the Seminary Ridge Museum's 24 Hours on the Ridge fundraiser event, the History Things Podcast was invited to host a live recording!
Through the great work or Producer Parker, the War Department Studio was set up in the Seminary Ridge Museum where Codie took the guys through the visit of Frederick Douglass to Gettysburg in 1869. How Douglass was received, what he spoke on and how his speech fits into the context of the nation was discussed. In addition, Codie went into detail on other important events regarding the development of Gettysburg and early reunions that occurred that same year, 1869.
So join us as we dive into the first live show of The History Things Podcast!
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HTP EP 82: USCT’s In The Department Of The South w/Rich Condon Nov 04, 2024

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Joining Pat and Matt in the War Department Studio is former Reconstruction National Historic site ranger, Rich Condon! Rich is a brilliant researcher and storyteller who has studied the Department of the South, and specifically it's United States Colored Troops in depth.
Rich shares his research with the guys on the formation of the Department of the South, early attempts at Emancipation and the raising of African American troops in the department. How these early efforts put pressure on the Lincoln Administration to make Emancipation a policy and how the United States Colored Troops were eventually raised and utilitized throughout the Department.
This is a great conversation that you definitely don't want to miss, looking at the deeper meaning and ramifications of the war.
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HTP EP 81: A Quest For Bones: Macabre Souvenirs Of The American Civil War w/Dr. JimBroomall Oct 28, 2024

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Happy Halloween from the History Things Podcast! For this Halloween special the guys have brought in friend of the show and former director of the George Tyler Moore Civil War Center at Shepherd University, Dr. James Broomall!
Dr. Broomall specializes in the lives and material culture of the people of the Civil War era. For this spooky season he has brought the guys some truly macabre research on the use of bones and other battlefield debris as souvenirs. Who was collecting these items, what were they doing with them and why, will all be explored.
Join us as we go "digging" into the ghoulish history of the aftermath of Civil War battles!
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Music Featured In This Episode:
- "Dancing Monsters by WhiteKoalaMusic
- "Ominous Halloween Strings" by Horrific Horror Textures
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HTP EP 80: Connecting To History Through Music Vol. 3 “Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” w/Producer Parker Russell Sep 30, 2024

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It's time for another look at history through the lens of music! While not one of Matt's strong suits, Pat had brought in some backup with show producer Parker!
Parker gives the guys a dive into the development and performance of "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" by Gordon Lightfoot. This classic folk rock story was developed very quickly following the tragic loss of the freighter in 1975 and was an instant classic. That doesn't mean that it was cast in stone however.
The many tweaks and changes that have been put into the song over the decades are also laid out by Parker. He makes it clear that this was not a cash grab by Mr. Lightfoot, but an ongoing saga that adapted as new and better research was developed. A fascinating way to keep up with the history of this wreck!
And at the conclusion of the episode is a first of its kind here on the podcast! Pat & Parker are joined by Jonathan Filson from Pat’s band Auld Mally, to deliver a very special THTP rendition of the song itself!
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HTP EP 79: “I Dread The Thought Of The Place…” w/D. Scott Hartwig Sep 16, 2024

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For the 162 commemoration of the Battle of Antietam Pat & Matt turned to friend of the show, Scott Hartwig, to discuss the second volume in his Maryland Campaign series. Following on the back of To Antietam Creek, Scott published last year, I Dread the Thought of the Place.
This massive tome goes into detail on the specific movements of the contending armies during the Battle of Antietam, as well as the personalities of the campaign. Scott discusses the motivations and objectives of both McClellan and Lee during the Campaign, as well as how he pulled all this material together.
Now Pat and Matt are Maryland Campaign guys, so they have lots of questions and benefit from Scott's insights. Join them and Scott Hartwig as the gang heads back to Antietam Creek!
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HTP EP 78: The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald w/Rich Napolitano (Shipwrecks & Sea Dogs Podcast) Sep 02, 2024

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The boys are back with another shipwreck and who better to talk shipwrecks with than the host of the Shipwrecks & Sea Dogs podcast, Rich Napolitano! Rich gives us a deep dive on one of the most famous shipwrecks in both history and pop culture, the Edmund Fitzgerald.
The Big Fitz was the pride of the Great Lakes, a massive ore hauler that did the run from Wisconsin down to Detroit, Michigan. This trip took tons upon tons of ore over the dangerous waters of the Great Lakes, particularly those of Lake Superior.
It was while on Superior on November 10, 1975 that the Edmund Fitzgerald was caught in an early winter storm and lost with all hands. The loss of the massive ship and it's crew sparked an extensive search as well as the famous song.
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HTP EP 77: Tales Of Historic Megatsunamis w/Co-Host Pat McGuire Aug 19, 2024

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It's summer! For the History Things Podcast cast that means history, travel and hanging out on the beach! ⛱️ For your summer listening enjoyment Pat leads the conversation about one of his life long fascinations, the Megatsunami!
To give these, thankfully rare, events some context the guys dive into the concept of deep time. This looks at the geological and fossil record to hypothesize about events that occured sometimes millions of years ago.
However, Pat is also able to provide examples of these events right up into the modern era! So whether you are looking out across the waves or deep inland, join us as we discuss some historic disasters caused by Megatsunami!
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HTP EP 76: The Battle Of Athens 1946 w/ Ill-Equipped History Aug 05, 2024

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Pat and Matt have had some great collaborations and they are doing it again! This time the guys are working with the ladies of the Ill-Equipped History Podcast.
Morgan and Emileigh join the guys to touch on a little known story of post-World War II America, the Battle of Athens! Unfamiliar with this domestic revolt in Tennessee? So were the guys! This fascinating episode domestic upheaval, vote tampering and good old fashioned payback will definitely keep you engaged.
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HTP EP 75: Union Mills Homestead - A Family Divided w/Kyle Dalton Jul 15, 2024

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While Pat and Matt are very familiar with the military aspects of the American Civil War, what about the civilians of the Civil War Era? To help the guys explore the story of Maryland civilians during the war they are joined by Kyle Dalton, the Executive Director of Union Mills Homestead!
Join the guys as they discuss this piece of Maryland history, the divided loyalties of the Shriver family during the Civil War. They will also look at how the family came back together and how Union Mills flourished after the war.
Want to learn more about the Shriver family or the interactions between soldiers and civilians? Join Union Mills Homestead for their Citizen Meets Soldier programs this summer on July 20 and 21!
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