American Military History Podcast
154 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 738 ratingsJoin amateur military historian podcaster Justin Johnson as he covers the military history of America in the American Military History Podcast. Covering America’s Military History from the Revolutionary War through current day conflicts. New episodes release every Thursday. Subscribe on iTunes to stay up to date.
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Episodes
You Mad Bro? – “Mad” Anthony Wayne & The Battle of Stony Point
June 23, 2016 07:00 - 37 minutes - 30.9 MBUnder orders from George Washington and with a numerical disadvantage "Mad" Anthony Wayne pulls of a daring surprise raid at the garrison of Stony Point, NY
Leave No Stono Unturned – Battle of Stono River
June 16, 2016 07:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBAmerican General Benjamin Lincoln, recovering from his defeat at Briar Creek, reorganizes and reengages the British outside of Charleston, SC in June of 1779
Trouble in the Briar Patch – The Battle of Briar Creek
June 09, 2016 06:45 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBComing off a decisive & morale boosting victory at Kettle Creek, the American forces get dealt a stunning blow at the Battle of Briar (Brier) Creek
A Royal Disaster – The Battle of Port Royal Island
June 02, 2016 09:07 - 26 minutes - 22.4 MBIn February 1779, A diversionary British force is in South Carolina, clashes with Continental forces on Port Royal Island, lead by our old friend Brig. General William Moultrie.
Georgia On My Mind – Capture of Savannah & Battle of Kettle Creek
May 26, 2016 05:00 - 35 minutes - 28.4 MBAfter the Battle of Saratoga, it was deemed that the Southern colonies would be high priority targets. Starting with Georgia and South Carolina...
On the Rhode (Island) Again – Battle of Quaker Hill
May 19, 2016 00:06 - 37 minutes - 30.7 MBAs the Illinois Campaign kicked off in the Western territory of the Colonies, A battle would take place on Rhode Island, around Quaker Hill with American Sullivan facing off against British Pigot
The Long Knives of Clark – Illinois Campaign
May 12, 2016 07:05 - 40 minutes - 33.1 MBThe Illinois Campaign would be an almost year long campaign lead by American commander George Roger Clark to liberate the French inhabitants of Illinois from the local British Government
Lee You Had One Job – The Battle of Monmouth
May 05, 2016 07:05 - 31 minutes - 26.2 MBIn full retreat from Philadelphia to New York, British Commander Sir Henry Clinton is challenged outside Monmouth Courthouse by none other than George Washington himself.
Howe to Say Goodbye & The Battle of Barren Hill
April 28, 2016 10:05 - 24 minutes - 20.8 MBGeneral William Howe has been replaced by Sir Henry Clinton, and meanwhile outside of Philadelphia a young inexperienced French commander named Lafayette is encircled on top of Barren Hill.
Battle of White Marsh and The French Alliance
April 21, 2016 09:41 - 24 minutes - 20.6 MBWashington comes under a "surprise" attack from General Howe outside of Philadelphia at the Battle of White Marsh and from across the Atlantic and new ally officially backs the American Cause.
A Tale of Two Forts: Mercer & Mifflin
April 14, 2016 09:45 - 23 minutes - 19.8 MBFort Mercer and Fort Mifflin were two strategic forts on the Delaware that George Washington wanted to use to drive the British out of Philadelphia. Was he successful? We'll find out in this week's episode.
Campaign of The Clintons
April 07, 2016 09:22 - 19 minutes - 16.6 MBWhile John Burgoyne was in between Freeman's Farm and Bemis Heights, Sir Henry Clinton went North to take forts from two American General Clinton's, in what he considered to be an adequate diversion.
The Battle of Saratoga – Part III: Bemis Heights
March 31, 2016 05:45 - 34 minutes - 28.7 MBThe Battle of Bemis Heights is the final part of the overarching Battle of Saratoga. Here we'll see Benedict Arnold act without orders to lead his units to victory, a victory which would cause John Burgoyne to surrender over 5,000 men.
The Battle of Saratoga – Part II: Freeman’s Farm
March 24, 2016 09:04 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBThe first shots are fired at the Battle of Saratoga in a skirmish referred to as The Battle of Freeman's Farm, which will pit Benedict Arnold and Daniel Morgan against British Generals Fraser and Hamilton.
The Battle of Saratoga – Part I
March 17, 2016 09:52 - 24 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Battle of Saratoga would result from Burgoyne's maneuvering of his troops in an advance on Albany NY, but in his way stood Horatio Gates, who had just recently relieved Phillip Schuyler of his command.
Fifes, Drums & Kentucky Rifles
March 10, 2016 10:08 - 35 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week we'll discuss fife and drums for battlefield communications and a game changing piece of technology: The Kentucky Rifle.
Battle of The Clouds & The Paoli Massacre
March 03, 2016 10:10 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MBAfter the Battle of Brandywine, Washington decides to press forward against the British in the short lived Battle of the Clouds. Afterwards Wayne's militia come under surprise attack in the Paoli Massacre
Battle of Brandywine – Part II
February 25, 2016 10:09 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBWe continue this week with the Battle of Brandywine by starting out with a description of the British troop actions that allowed them to flank the American forces and the subsequent clash of the two armies, which resulted in an American defeat.
Battle of Brandywine – Part I
February 18, 2016 10:27 - 22 minutes - 18.9 MBThe Battle of Brandywine in August 1777 would start out as a chess match between Generals Washington and Howe as they maneuvered for position around the Brandywine
Buildup to Brandywine
February 11, 2016 09:50 - 21 minutes - 17.1 MBAfter the siege of Fort Stanwix (or Fort Schulyer) Washington comes out of his winter in Morristown, NJ and participates in the events leading up to the Battle of Brandywine, including the Battle of Cooch's Bridge
The Battle of Bennington
February 04, 2016 05:30 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBThe Battle of Bennington which took place in August of 1777 pits our old friend John Stark against British forces who had planned on raiding the town of Bennington for much needed supplies.
The Flag Resolution
January 28, 2016 05:30 - 19 minutes - 18.5 MBThe United States flag is an iconic symbol, created in part with the Flag Resolution. But did soldiers in the Continental Army use it? Yes and no. We'll find out more on this week's episode.
Battle of Ridgefield
January 21, 2016 05:30 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBA few short months after Washington beds down for the winter in Morristown, NC the Battle of Ridgefield and the subsequent skirmishes surrounding the battle took place, featuring none other than Benedict Arnold.
Battle of Valcour Island
January 14, 2016 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBValcour Island was the first battle of the American Navy and pitted Benedict Arnold against Guy Carleton, British governor of Quebec in an arms race of boat building and cannon firing on Lake Champlain.
Battle of Princeton
January 07, 2016 08:30 - 26 minutes - 25.2 MBThe Battle of Princeton pitted George Washington against British General Mawhood near the current location of Princeton university in early January of 1777. After several routes and the death of Mercer, will Washington be able to rally a victory?
The (Edward) Hand of Washington & the Second Battle of Trenton
December 31, 2015 08:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBWashington had won the Battle of Trenton, and a poor command decision now leaves Edward Hand to delay the incoming British reinforcements while Washington tries to organize his defenses.
Battle of Trenton – Washington vs. Rall
December 24, 2015 04:30 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBWashington has crossed the Delaware river and is poised to take Trenton. Standing is his way is a Hessian garrison lead by Johann Gotliebb Rall.
Battle of Trenton – Washington Crosses the Delaware
December 17, 2015 03:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBBy December 7, 1776 George Washington had successfully retreated across the Delaware River. The British forces pursing him decided to bed down for the winter. Washington however, has a different plan in mind...
Spying During the Revolutionary War – Part II
December 10, 2015 01:30 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBWe continue with Part II of our discussion on spying during the Revolutionary War, with conversations around the "Turtle", Washington's big communication break, and stories of several of his intelligence agents.
Spying During the Revolutionary War – Part I
December 03, 2015 06:15 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBThere have been TV series and movies that centered around covert activities or spying during the Revolutionary War. What actually happened that you should be aware of?
A Revolutionary War Thanksgiving
November 26, 2015 05:15 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBWar doesn't come typically stop for the holidays so what was a Revolutionary War Thanksgiving like? We'll touch briefly on both a civilian and soldier perspective. Enjoy this day with your families!
Battle of Harlem Heights
November 19, 2015 05:15 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWashington and his men are attacked after a series of retreats at Harlem Heights. Openly mocked, by British troops Col Knowlton and his Rangers make a bold move to risk a victory for the Continental Forces
Battle of Long Island
November 12, 2015 02:30 - 26 minutes - 19 MBAt the time, the Battle of Long Island was by far the largest battle ever fought in North America, and also one of George Washington's biggest tactical failures against British General William Howe.
The Cherokee & the British in South Carolina
November 05, 2015 08:15 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBWith nowhere else to go for refuge, a number of South Carolina Loyalists fled to the nearby Cherokee towns where they were given shelter and influenced the Cherokee to fight for the King
Battle of Sullivan’s Island
October 29, 2015 10:09 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBAfter evacuating Boston, the British forces in America needed a new base of operations in the colonies. Charleston, SC was the obvious choice, but a small fort on Sullivan's Island stood in their way, commanded by Colonel Moultrie.
Evacuation Day
October 22, 2015 09:37 - 15 minutes - 11.4 MBEvacuation Day is the name given to the day that British troops evacuated Boston, effectively ending the 11 month Siege of Boston. We'll talk about how Washington orchestrated this with cannon captured from Fort Ticonderoga.
The Battle of Nassau
October 15, 2015 09:30 - 29 minutes - 21.1 MBA Revolutionary War battle in the Bahamas? Yes, it happened during the Battle of Nassau. But was it actually an order to be followed? Or an "interpretation" of the orders given? We'll discuss in this week's episode.
Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge
October 08, 2015 08:58 - 23 minutes - 16.6 MBWhile the American forces in Canada were preparing for and executing their retreat, tensions between Patriots and Loyalists flared once again in North Carolina.
Benedict Arnold in Quebec – Part II
October 01, 2015 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBBenedict Arnold and Richard Montgomery make their assault on the fortified city of Quebec in December of 1775. Indecision and poor leadership from Arnold's forces will cost them the battle.
Benedict Arnold in Quebec – Part I
September 24, 2015 09:32 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBBenedict Arnold may be remembered as a famous traitor, but before that he was an accomplished military commander for Colonial forces. George Washington himself gave Arnold his command and set him loose to take the Canadian city of Quebec.
Snow Campaign & The Battle of Great Cane Brake
September 17, 2015 08:58 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBThe southern colonies first major taste of war was the Snow Campaign, which included over of 3,000 Patriot militia in South Carolina led by Colonel Richard Richardson, who was tasked to drive out British loyalists from the South Carolina Backcountry
The Battle of Great Bridge & The Burning of Norfolk
September 10, 2015 08:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBThe Southern Theater of the Revolutionary War had several interesting events taking place from the fall of 1775 until the first part of 1776. Today we'll talk about two of those events: The Battle of Great Bridge and the burning of Norfolk, VA
The Fourteenth Colony & Ninety Six, SC
September 03, 2015 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.8 MBThe "Fourteenth Colony" or Canada, was a focus of the second Continental Congress to prevent invasion from the North by the British. It was decided that a two-fold expedition be sent to secure the area. Meanwhile, in South Carolina, Loyalist and Patriot tension finally comes to a head.
Desertion in the Revolutionary War
August 31, 2015 08:27 - 7 minutes - 5.67 MBJust how bad was the rate of desertion in the Revolutionary War? Strangely enough both horrible conditions and enlistment bonuses contributed to the desertion rate.
The Battle of Bunker Hill – Part II
August 27, 2015 08:36 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MBColonial Generals Israel Putnam and William Prescott clash forces with British Generals Howe and Pigot, culminating in an almost pyrrhic British victory.
The Battle of Bunker Hill – Part I
August 20, 2015 09:30 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MBThe Battle of Bunker Hill (which actually took place on Breed's Hill) is a battle fought near Boston, Massachusetts, on June 17th, 1775 between the Americans, led by Colonels Putnam and Prescott, and the British led by Generals Howe and Clinton.
Presidents Who Served – George Washington
August 13, 2015 09:30 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBGeorge Washington was not only our countries first President, he was also our military's first commander. But why Washington? What were the events that brought him to, and most importantly made him ready for, leading our countries military.
The Siege of Boston and the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga
August 06, 2015 09:30 - 16 minutes - 12.1 MBAngered at the events of Lexington & Concord 15,000 Colonial Troops start the Siege of Boston and Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys take Fort Ticonderoga. War has come to the Americas...
Battle of Lexington and Concord
July 30, 2015 09:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThe Battles of Lexington and Concord are considered the first battles of the American Revolutionary War, and according to Ralph Waldo Emerson, the first shot of the battle was the "shot heard round the world"
The Intolerable Acts & Paul Revere
July 23, 2015 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBThe final straw leading up to the outbreak of war at Lexington and Concord was a series of acts designed to punish the American colonists after the events of the tea party.