Key Battles of American History

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War has played a key role in the history of the United States from the nation’s founding right down to the present. Wars made the U. S. independent, kept it together, increased its size, and established it as a global superpower. Understanding America’s wars is essential for understanding American history. In the Key Battles of American History, host James Early discusses American history through the lens of the most important battles of America’s wars. James is an Adjunct Professor of History at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, TX. He has published one book and two scholarly articles. He is also the cohost (with Scott Rank) of the Presidential Fight Club, Key Battles of the Civil War, Key Battles of the Revolutionary War, and Key Battles of World War I podcasts.

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The Manhattan Project

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07/03/24 • 39 min

In this episode, James and Sean McIver briefly tell the story of the Manhattan Project, the history-changing effort to develop an atomic bomb and end the Second World War.

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The Battleship Texas with Sean McIver (Part 1)

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05/08/24 • 48 min

In this two-part topical episode, Sean McIver returns to the podcast! Sean and James discuss the origin of modern battleships, the history-making introduction of the HMS Dreadnought, the first ships called Texas, and the modern USS Texas’ service prior to World War II.

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FIW 9: More Conflict in the Caribbean and the Treaty of Paris

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09/25/24 • 42 min

Following the French surrender of Canada, General Jeffrey Amherst began working on consolidating British control of North America. Meanwhile, British naval and ground forces captured Martinique. Spain joined the war, and Britain promptly attacked and captured the key city of Havana, Cuba. Finally, France and Britain signed the Treaty of Paris, bringing peace and many territorial changes in North America. Join Jacob and James as they discuss the final stages of the French and Indian War.

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The Last of the Mohicans Part 1

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08/14/24 • 45 min

In this episode Jacob and James discuss the epic 1992 film The Last of the Mohicans, which provides a fictionalized account of the 1757 French siege of Fort William Henry.

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G10: The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal

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04/10/24 • 47 min

Undeterred by the failure of their October attempt to capture Henderson Field, the Japanese high command ordered that yet another, still bigger, attempt be made in November. This resulted in two massive ship-to-ship battles between November 13 and 15, in which dozens of warships and planes, plus over 3500 soldiers, sailors, and airmen were lost. Join Dave and James as they tell the exciting story of this epic naval clash, which has come to be known simply as the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal.

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Introduction to the War of 1812

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07/20/22 • 8 min

In this episode, James kicks off Season 4 of Key Battles of American History. This new season will include discussions of the United States’ three most significant wars between the Revolutionary War and the Civil War: The War of 1812, the Texas Revolution, and the Mexican-American War. Over the next few weeks, James and new cohost Steve Guerra (host of the History of the Papacy and Beyond the Big Screen podcasts) will discuss the events leading to the War of 1812, the war itself, and the war’s aftermath and impact on American history.

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FIW 10: Epilogue to the French and Indian War

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10/02/24 • 62 min

In this final episode of the series, Jacob and James discuss the legacy of the French and Indian War and the post-war lives and careers of the main leaders on both sides.

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Bombing Hitler's Hometown with Mike Croissant

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05/22/24 • 47 min

On April 25, 1945, the U. S. 15th Air Force conducted the final major bombing run of an Axis-controlled city. The target was Linz, Austria. Linz was one of Nazi Germany's most vital assets. Not only was it a crucial transportation hub and communications center, it was also claimed by Hitler as his home town. Linz was also heavily defended, making the raid hell for the American air crews. In this special episode, James interviews Mike Croissant, author of Bombing Hitler's Hometown, the exciting story of the April 25 bombing raid on Linz.

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The Last of the Mohicans Part 2

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08/17/24 • 41 min

In this episode, Jacob and James conclude their discussion of the 1992 film The Last of the Mohicans, concluding the review (as always!) by rating the film on a scale of 0 to 5.

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1812: Disaster in Canada

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08/03/22 • 47 min

Soon after war was declared, U. S. President Madison and Secretary of War Eustis decided to launch a three-pronged assault on Canada. American forces would cross the Detroit, Niagara, and St. Lawrence Rivers and attack much smaller British and Canadian forces in three strategic locations. The plan seemed solid...but would it work? Join Steve and James as they discuss the 1812 American invasion of Canada.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Key Battles of American History have?

Key Battles of American History currently has 289 episodes available.

What topics does Key Battles of American History cover?

The podcast is about History and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Key Battles of American History?

The episode title 'G10: The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Key Battles of American History?

The average episode length on Key Battles of American History is 50 minutes.

How often are episodes of Key Battles of American History released?

Episodes of Key Battles of American History are typically released every 4 days.

When was the first episode of Key Battles of American History?

The first episode of Key Battles of American History was released on Feb 8, 2021.

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