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The Atonement of John Brooks with James Head

Much has been made of the aspects of right and wrong during the war between the states. It is impossible to answer many of the moral questions posed 160 plus years ago using the logic of today. In his book "The Atonement Of John Brooks", James Head visits the practice of "an eye for an eye" that existed in many places during the war. Atonement was the representative execution of a prisoner in reprisal for the death of a member of the service who held the prisoner. For example if a Union soldier was killed in a non-traditional combat action, a commander may choose to execute a Southern prisoner in exchange. The practice was meant to keep partisan resistance activities at bay. We hope that you enjoy this piece of Kentucky Civil War lore as we close out our three part series on rebel partisan ranger activities in Western Kentucky. James Head can be found on Facebook, and his books can be obtained at: www.head-book.com [www.head-book.com] You may contact The Wabash Inn Mess via email at: wabashinnmess@gmail.com [wabashinnmess@gmail.com] Visit The Wabash Inn Mess on the web at: www.wabashinnmess.com [www.wabashinnmess.com]

Border Bastion - Clarksville, TN Yesterday and Today with William Parker

One of the hidden gems of Civil War history lies on the Kentucky-Tennessee border: the thriving town of Clarksville. Clarksville holds a special place in the lore of Middle Tennessee and the Western Theater, and on this episode of The Wabash Inn Mess, we unfold the tale with Mr. William Parker, Historical Interpreter with the City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department. William serves as the host and historical interpreter at the Ft. Defiance (Ft. Sevier) Interpretive Center on the banks of the Cumberland River. The Cumberland played a vital role in the movement and maintenance of the Federal Army during the Civil War, making Clarksville a vital lifeline for the Union and an important target for the Confederacy. Clarksville has been blessed in the post-war years with development and investment making it an important business hub in Middle Tennessee as well as a fantastic destination for visits of any duration. We hope you enjoy the story of our neighbor, Clarksville, TN on this episode of The Wabash Inn Mess. Visit the Ft. Defiance Interpretive Center year-round at 120 Duncan Street in Clarksville, TN. Find more information about what Clarksville has to offer at: www.cityofclarksville.com [www.cityofclarksville.com] Visit The Wabash Inn Mess on the information superhighway at: www.wabashinnmess.com [www.wabashinnmess.com] You may communicate with the Mend of The Mess via email: wabashinnmess@gmail.com [wabashinnmess@gmail.com]

The Rangers Last Ride with Derrick Lindow

This week, we welcome Derrick Lindow back to The Mess to share with us a portion of his work "We Shall Conquer Or Die" concerning the 10the Kentucky Partisan Rangers and their incursion into the largest town in Western Kentucky, Owensboro, and the ensuing fight at Panther Creek that sapped the strength and quieted the legend of Adam Rankin Johnson's feared raiders. You will enjoy Derrick's telling of the tale relating his research and his boots on the ground observations from the site of one of the largest skirmishes in our end of the battleground state of Kentucky between the Rangers and the Indiana Legion from across the Ohio River in Spencer County. Bravery abounded on both sides, and many a gallant combatant fought for the last time that day. If you haven't already, be sure to pick up your copy of "We Shall Conquer or Die" and immerse yourself in this chapter of Kentucky and Civil War history. AND - don't forget to add the "Department Number II" podcast to your favorites and listen to Derrick and his co-host Darrell Smith discuss the war in the western theater at length on your favorite podcast platform. Find Derrick's work at Savas-Beatie... https://www.savasbeatie.com/www.savasbeatie.com/we-shall-conquer-or-die-partisan-warfare-in-1862-western-kentucky/?searchid=0&search_query=derrick+lindow [https://www.savasbeatie.com/www.savasbeatie.com/we-shall-conquer-or-die-partisan-warfare-in-1862-western-kentucky/?searchid=0&search_query=derrick+lindow] Find the Department No. 2 Podcast and many other Western Theater tidbits here... https://www.westerntheatercivilwar.com/ [https://www.westerntheatercivilwar.com/] Connect with the men of The Mess at: wabashinnmess@gmail.com [wabashinnmess@gmail.com] Visit The Wabash Inn Mess on the web at: www.wabashinnmess.com [www.wabashinnmess.com]

A Peach in The Orchard with James Hessler

The Wabash Inn Mess returns from the holiday hiatus with a true Civil War renaissance man - author, licensed battlefield guide, sought after speaker, and podcast host - Mr. James Hessler. James comes to us fresh off the release of his latest Civil War book available from Casemate publishing, The First Day At Gettysburg, part of the Casemate Illustrated Series. James is also co-host of The Battle of Gettysburg podcast, audio archived on your favorite podcast platform with recent and new episodes available to view on YouTube. Our continued delve into Civil War biography continues with this episode as we look deeper into the life and role of the complex Major General Dan Sickles through the lens of James' book "Sickles at Gettysburg". Mr. Hessler also shares with us from his decades of experience as a Licensed Battlefield Guide at the Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania. No first time visit to Gettysburg can fully be appreciated without the company of a licensed guide to transport you back to July 1863. We hope you enjoy as we begin the second half of season 5 of The Wabash Inn Mess. Connect with James Hessler on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/James-Hesslers-Gettysburg-History-Books-Travel-Podcasts-Speaking-100057577212759/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/James-Hesslers-Gettysburg-History-Books-Travel-Podcasts-Speaking-100057577212759/] Enjoy The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@battleofgettysburgpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@battleofgettysburgpodcast] Pick-up James' latest work, The First Day at Gettysburg, from Casemate Publishing by going to: www.casematepublishers.com [www.casematepublishers.com] And the rest of the James Hessler library by visiting Savas Beatie: www.savasbeatie.com⁠ [www.savasbeatie.com⁠] You can communicate with The Wabash Inn Mess via email at: wabashinnmess@gmail.com [wabashinnmess@gmail.com] And find The Mess on the web at : www.wabashinnmess.com [www.wabashinnmess.com]

Feeding the ANV with Michael Hardy

This week, The Wabash Inn Mess meets up with North Carolina-based author Michael Hardy to discuss his latest book release, "Feeding Lee's Army of Northern Virginia", available now from Savas Beatie. In his book, and touched on briefly in our episode, Michael looks into the political and logistical machine that attempted to sustain the Confederate fighting man. Focused primarily on the Eastern theater, our discussion also extends to logistical issues facing the Armies of Tennessee and the Trans-Mississippi as well. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Wabash Inn Mess. Don't forget to like, follow, and share our content. Find Michael Hardy's books at Savas Beatie: https://www.savasbeatie.com/copy-of-feeding-lee-s-army-of- [https://www.savasbeatie.com/copy-of-feeding-lee-s-army-of-northern-virginia/?searchid=0&search_query=michael+hardy] northernvirginia/? [https://www.savasbeatie.com/copy-of-feeding-lee-s-army-of-northern-virginia/?searchid=0&search_query=michael+hardy]searchid=0&search_query=michael+hardy [https://www.savasbeatie.com/copy-of-feeding-lee-s-army-of-northern-virginia/?searchid=0&search_query=michael+hardy] Visit Michael Hardy's website at: www.michaelchardy.com [www.michaelchardy.com] Connect with The Wabash Inn Mess at: wabashinnmess@gmail.com [wabashinnmess@gmail.com] Find The Mess on the web at: www.wabashinnmess.com [www.wabashinnmess.com]