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Gettysburg Historians Unfiltered LIVE (Part 2) | BOOM Goes the History Bonus Ep. 2

Welcome back for Part 2 of our special LIVE bonus episode of Boom Goes the History, recorded before a packed audience at Gettysburg History, home of the Adams County Historical Society! Co-hosts Kris White and Garry Adelman return with an all-star panel of Gettysburg experts, including Wayne Motts, Jim Hessler, Tim Smith, Sarah Kay Bierle, and Chris Mackowski, for another fast-paced, unpredictable, and delightfully irreverent conversation about America's most famous battlefield. In this episode, the panel explores some of Gettysburg's most overlooked July 2 battle sites, remembers long-lost tourist attractions that once dotted the battlefield, and dives into the thunderous Confederate bombardment that preceded Pickett's Charge. Along the way, they tackle one of Gettysburg's most enduring topics—Jennie Wade—in a lively discussion that is sure to spark conversation among history buffs. As always, the conversation wanders into unexpected territory, filled with battlefield stories, historical debates, behind-the-scenes insights, plenty of laughs, and the kind of Gettysburg nerdery that Boom Goes the History is known for. Whether you're a first-time visitor, a lifelong Gettysburg enthusiast, or just love hearing historians argue over fascinating details, this is an episode you won't want to miss. The American Battlefield Trust preserves America's hallowed battlegrounds and educates the public about what happened there and why it matters. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as a lasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.

Gettysburg Historians Unfiltered LIVE (Part 1) | BOOM Goes the History Bonus Ep. 1

Join us for Part 1 of a special LIVE bonus episode of BoomGoes the History, recorded in front of a live audience at Gettysburg History, home of the Adams County Historical Society! Co-hosts Kris White and Garry Adelman are joined by an all-star lineup of Gettysburg experts, including Tim Smith, Jim Hessler, and Chris Mackowski, for an energetic, unexpected, and unscripted conversation about America's most famous battle. From favorite spots on the battlefield, such as Devil's Denand the Wheatfield to the biggest decisions made by Robert E. Lee, John Buford, John Reynolds, Richard Ewell, Francis Barlow, Dan Sickles, and more! This lively discussion dives deep into the people, places, and moments that continue to make Gettysburg one of the most fascinating stories in American history. Be sure to subscribe and stay tuned for Part 2, where theconversation continues with even more Gettysburg stories, surprises, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from some of the battlefield's most knowledgeable historians. The American Battlefield Trust preserves America’s hallowedbattlegrounds and educates the public about what happened there and why it matters. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as alasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.

Why Stonewall Jackson with Chris Mackowski

We gave you "Why Gettysburg?" with Garry Adelman and now we present "Why Stonewall?" with our good friend and frequent American Battlefield Trust personality Chris Mackowski. Learn why a proud Upstate New Yorker has such a fascination with the famed Confederate General. Garry and Kris White join him on this week's episode of BOOM Goes the History.

Historians React: Lee's Failed Maryland Campaign

In this episode of Boom Goes the History, hosts Garry Adelman and Kris White dive into Lee's critical decision-making during the failed Maryland Campaign. They explore the context surrounding Lee's actions, the strategic options he considered, and the outcomes of his campaign. What do you think? Was Lee's gamble worth it? Listen in!

Boom Goes the Little Bighorn: Custer’s Last Stand Revisited

What really happened at the Little Bighorn? In this special episode of Boom Goes the History, hosts Garry Adelman and Kris White saddle up with in-house Custer expert Dan Davis to tackle one of the most famous—and debated—battles in American history: The Battle of the Little Bighorn—on its 150th anniversary. From big personalities and battlefield blunders to myths, legends, and last stands, the crew dives into the drama surrounding George Armstrong Custer and the fight along the Little Bighorn River. Along the way, they also show off incredible resources that let history fans virtually explore the battlefield from anywhere. It’s history, humor, battlefield exploration, and plenty of lively discussion packed into one fast-moving episode. Saddle up—boom goes the history!