Boom Goes the History

Dec 10 2024 44 ep. 32 mins 20

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Join us on a journey to the key battlegrounds of the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, unraveling the tales of valor, sacrifice, and pivotal moments that shaped the nation. We'll delve into some of the most significant chapters in American history, bringing the past to life with a unique blend of storytelling, expert analysis, and on-site exploration. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

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44: Along the Tennessee River

Dec 10 2024 20 mins

Located on the banks of the Tennessee River, Dill Branch served as crucial terrain for Ulysses S. Grant at the end of the first day's fighting at Shiloh. The Union's position on the high ground allowed them to hold off Confederate attacks and regroup for the morning. General Parker Hills of Battle Focus Tours details the landscape. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp

43: Shiloh's Iconic Locations

Dec 03 2024 16 mins

Over the course of the almost 160 years since the Battle of Shiloh, specific locations on the battlefield have become more popular than others. Dr. Timothy B. Smith (Tim Smith of the West) and General Parker Hills dissect what made these spots famous and whether or not they are worthy of the attention that they receive from visitors. Smith is a professor at UT Martin and Hills come

42: The Death of Albert Sidney Johnston at Shiloh

Nov 26 2024 23 mins

While leading his troops on April 6, 1862, Confederate General Albert Sidney Johnston was shot in the leg, and due to nerve damage from the wound he did not know the severity of his injury until it was too late. Johnston remains the highest ranking American officer to be killed in combat. General Parker Hills, Dr. Timothy B. Smith, Dr. Chris Mackowski and Garry Adelman detail the

41: Johnston's Early Success at Shiloh

Nov 19 2024 9 mins

Learn about Albert Sidney Johnston's style of leadership on the field from General Parker Hills of Battle Focus and Dr. Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

40: Battling the Terrain at Shiloh

Nov 12 2024 13 mins

Very early on in the battle, both sides realized that the terrain at Shiloh was going to make for a difficult conflict. General Parker Hills details the intriguing action between Confederate forces under Brigadier General Adley H. Gladden and Union forces under Col. David Stuart. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

39: A Visit to Shiloh Church

Nov 05 2024 15 mins

Garry Adelman and General Parker Hills detail one of the most iconic locations of not only the Shiloh battlefield but of the entire Civil War. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

38: Myth, Memory and Trivia at Shiloh

Oct 29 2024 10 mins

Join us for a hodgepodge of topics regarding the Shiloh National Military Park and the soldiers who fought there (including General Parker Hills naming the worst man to ever dawn a military uniform). Garry Adelman is the Chief Historian of the American Battlefield Trust, General Parker Hills comes to us from Battle Focus and Dr. Chris Mackowski is the Editor-in-Chief of Emerging C

37: Confederate Surprise at Shiloh

Oct 22 2024 14 mins

General William T. Sherman did not know a Confederate attack was coming until deer and rabbits began scurrying out of the woods. Learn more about the coming attack from General Parker Hills of Battle Focus Tours and Dr. Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

36: Johnston's Last Bivouac

Oct 15 2024 21 mins

Now we take a look at what led the Confederate Army to Shiloh from the "off the beaten path" location of Johnston's Last Bivouac just outside of Shiloh National Military Park. Garry Adelman is the Chief Historian at the American Battlefield Trust, General Parker Hills is representing Battle Focus Tours and Dr. Chris Mackowski comes to us from Emerging Civil War. --- Support thi

35: Grant Arrives at Shiloh

Oct 08 2024 12 mins

Join us from atop Pittsburg Landing in the Shiloh National Cemetery for a summary of how the Union and Confederate Armies end up at Shiloh. Garry Adelman is the Chief Historian of the American Battlefield Trust, and General Parker Hills is representing Battle Focus Tours. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support