History of the Marine Corps

We Have Met the Enemy and They Are Ours

November 16, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 22.3 MB

We take a look at the United States' defensive strategy and Britain's revised offensive strategy on the East Coast and the Great Lakes. We discuss a phenomenal battle on Lake Erie between US commander Oliver Perry and British Commander Robert Barclay and review a potential attack on the nation’s capital.

War of 1812: Scorched Earth

November 09, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 40.2 MB

We discuss a few battles (land, sea, and political), Madison's re-election struggles, Napoleon's problems in Moscow, and another decision to invade Canada.

Scorched Earth

November 09, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 40.2 MB

We discuss a few battles (land, sea, and political), Madison's re-election struggles, Napoleon's problems in Moscow, and another decision to invade Canada.

The Marine Rapper - Uncommon Valor

June 11, 2020 22:18 - 37 minutes - 35.3 MB

In this episode, I sit with Raymond Lott, better known as the Marine Rapper. If you don’t follow him on social media, you should. This guy is driven, and I wanted to bring him on board to talk about his time in the Marine Corps and his journey to becoming the Marine Rapper. He served with the First Marine Division as a Combat Correspondent and was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. What I respect most about this Marine is his dedication to other veterans. He created Ninja Punch Music and used...

Katie Cook - Uncommon Valor

June 03, 2020 09:25 - 48 minutes - 50.1 MB

Katie is the first female Blue Angel pilot and flew the illustrious C-130, affectionately known as Fat Albert. She has a fantastic story about her time in Afghanistan. I had a great time speaking with Katie. I hope you enjoy! Follow her on Twitter and Instagram. http://www.katieanncook.com/ Instagram: @gearupflapsup Twitter: @gearupflapsup

Old Ironsides

May 29, 2020 00:14 - 34 minutes - 26.5 MB

This episode gets into a few battles. We’ll briefly talk about the Army’s failure to invade Canada and move into a famous battle at sea involving the Constitution and the Guerriere.

War of 1812: Old Ironsides

May 29, 2020 00:14 - 34 minutes - 26.5 MB

This episode gets into a few battles. We’ll briefly talk about the Army’s failure to invade Canada and move into a famous battle at sea involving the Constitution and the Guerriere.

War of 1812: The Second War of American Independence

May 18, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MB

This episode gets into the War of 1812. As with all other wars, we’ll start by discussing why the United States declared war with Great Britain. We’ll get into some politics, policies, American public opinion, and cover what the Marine Corps has been up to after Presley O’Bannon and his Marines left Derne.

The Second War of American Independence

May 18, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MB

This episode gets into the War of 1812. As with all other wars, we’ll start by discussing why the United States declared war with Great Britain. We’ll get into some politics, policies, American public opinion, and cover what the Marine Corps has been up to after Presley O’Bannon and his Marines left Derne.

The End of the First Barbary War

April 23, 2020 12:54 - 27 minutes - 22.3 MB

We’ll tie a bow on the Tripolitan War and take a look at how key players handled life after peace. This episode also discusses how the American public, and some members of Congress, felt about Lear’s decision for peace. We’ll finish up with some stats and a quick look at how the world started to see United States Marines after this battle. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunforfreedom5k.org/

Barbary Wars: The End of the First Barbary War

April 23, 2020 12:54 - 27 minutes - 22.3 MB

We’ll tie a bow on the Tripolitan War and take a look at how key players handled life after peace. This episode also discusses how the American public, and some members of Congress, felt about Lear’s decision for peace. We’ll finish up with some stats and a quick look at how the world started to see United States Marines after this battle. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunforfreedom5k.org/

To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 4)

April 17, 2020 00:09 - 21 minutes - 17.9 MB

This week, we continue to cover the confrontation between Yusuf's army and the defenders of Derne. Eaton and O'bannon were doing a great job at defending the captured fort. The plan was to move further inland and capture Benghazi and, ultimately, Tripoli. Those plans will change after Eaton receives some devastating news from Tobias Lear.

Barbary Wars: To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 4)

April 17, 2020 00:09 - 21 minutes - 17.9 MB

This week, we continue to cover the confrontation between Yusuf's army and the defenders of Derne. Eaton and O'bannon were doing a great job at defending the captured fort. The plan was to move further inland and capture Benghazi and, ultimately, Tripoli. Those plans will change after Eaton receives some devastating news from Tobias Lear.

To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 3)

April 08, 2020 23:56 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

This episode gets into Eaton’s plan to attack Derne and restore the rightful heir to the throne. We’ll talk about the march from Alexandria to Derne and discuss the first wave of the battle. The Marines shine during this fight and it’s clear why the words “To the Shores of Tripoli” are memorialized in the Marines Hymn.

Barbary Wars: To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 3)

April 08, 2020 23:56 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

This episode gets into Eaton’s plan to attack Derne and restore the rightful heir to the throne. We’ll talk about the march from Alexandria to Derne and discuss the first wave of the battle. The Marines shine during this fight and it’s clear why the words “To the Shores of Tripoli” are memorialized in the Marines Hymn.

To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 2)

March 24, 2020 03:02 - 32 minutes - 28.3 MB

We get into some intense battles this week. This episode covers Preble's plan to destroy the captured Philadelphia and also explores the first American attack on Tripoli itself. Both battles have some heroic tales.

Barbary Wars: To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 2)

March 24, 2020 03:02 - 32 minutes - 28.3 MB

We get into some intense battles this week. This episode covers Preble's plan to destroy the captured Philadelphia and also explores the first American attack on Tripoli itself. Both battles have some heroic tales.

To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 1)

March 10, 2020 20:52 - 29 minutes - 18.4 MB

The United States steps up its game and sends a squadron to the Mediterranean. We discuss a cunning plan to overthrow the Tripolitan government, some growing pains with two commodores, and cover another incident where Bainbridge is humiliated a second time. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunforfreedom5k.org/

Barbary Wars: To the Shores of Tripoli (Part 1)

March 10, 2020 20:52 - 29 minutes - 18.4 MB

The United States steps up its game and sends a squadron to the Mediterranean. We discuss a cunning plan to overthrow the Tripolitan government, some growing pains with two commodores, and cover another incident where Bainbridge is humiliated a second time. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunforfreedom5k.org/

Barbary Wars: The Barbary Pirates

March 04, 2020 17:48 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MB

The Barbary Wars is a whole new chapter for the Marines. Congress sold America's ships, disbanded the Marine Corps, and significantly decreased the size of the Army. America didn't have a military and the Barbary states took advantage of this situation. This episode will focus mostly on the history of the Barbary pirates and we'll take a look at how this ultimately impacted the new nation. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunfor...

The Barbary Pirates

March 04, 2020 17:48 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MB

The Barbary Wars is a whole new chapter for the Marines. Congress sold America's ships, disbanded the Marine Corps, and significantly decreased the size of the Army. America didn't have a military and the Barbary states took advantage of this situation. This episode will focus mostly on the history of the Barbary pirates and we'll take a look at how this ultimately impacted the new nation. Check out the details for the Marine Corps Run for Freedom 5k here: https://www.marinecorpsrunfor...

The Wooden Horse of Troy

February 19, 2020 20:00 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MB

This week’s episode will close the chapter on the Quasi-War. We’ll discuss the Marines amphibious landing, a few battles where Marine musket fire caused the enemy to retreat, the signing of the peace treaty, response from Congress after the end of the war, and we’ll introduce a young Second Lieutenant Presley O'Bannon.

Quasi-War: The Wooden Horse of Troy

February 19, 2020 20:00 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MB

This week’s episode will close the chapter on the Quasi-War. We’ll discuss the Marines amphibious landing, a few battles where Marine musket fire caused the enemy to retreat, the signing of the peace treaty, response from Congress after the end of the war, and we’ll introduce a young Second Lieutenant Presley O'Bannon.

The Yankee Racehorse

February 12, 2020 20:00 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MB

The episode begins with the death of George Washington. He was loved throughout the United States, and the news of his death sent the country into deep mourning. We also discuss another superb performance by the Constellation, follow the Marines as they make their way to their new home in Washington, D.C., and take a look at a young Marine Corps band.

Quasi-War: The Yankee Racehorse

February 12, 2020 20:00 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MB

The episode begins with the death of George Washington. He was loved throughout the United States, and the news of his death sent the country into deep mourning. We also discuss another superb performance by the Constellation, follow the Marines as they make their way to their new home in Washington, D.C., and take a look at a young Marine Corps band.

Quasi-War: The United States Sail to the West Indies

February 04, 2020 22:16 - 22 minutes - 17.7 MB

This episode detours from politics and discusses the Navy and Marine Corps during the start of the Quasi-war with France. We’ll review the construction of a couple of new frigates, weapons used, and take a look at USS Constellation and how she received the nickname, the Yankee racehorse.

The United States Sail to the West Indies

February 04, 2020 22:16 - 22 minutes - 17.7 MB

This episode detours from politics and discusses the Navy and Marine Corps during the start of the Quasi-war with France. We’ll review the construction of a couple of new frigates, weapons used, and take a look at USS Constellation and how she received the nickname, the Yankee racehorse.

A New Nation Divided

January 28, 2020 14:43 - 26 minutes - 31.3 MB

We draw the curtain back on American politics towards the end of the 18th century. President John Adams is dealing with France attacking and seizing American commerce ships and the Federalists and Democratic-Republican parties are using the conflict to advance their political party. The controversy was a crucial phase for the U.S. and introduced the challenge of international diplomacy. We also briefly discuss the XYZ Affair and the passing of the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798. We’ll end...

Quasi-War: A New Nation Divided

January 28, 2020 14:43 - 26 minutes - 31.3 MB

We draw the curtain back on American politics towards the end of the 18th century. President John Adams is dealing with France attacking and seizing American commerce ships and the Federalists and Democratic-Republican parties are using the conflict to advance their political party. The controversy was a crucial phase for the U.S. and introduced the challenge of international diplomacy. We also briefly discuss the XYZ Affair and the passing of the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798. We’ll end...

Quasi-War: A Former Ally Becomes an Enemy

January 22, 2020 21:34 - 22 minutes - 24.1 MB

This episode introduces the first official war the United States fought as an independent nation. The Quasi-War was an undeclared war against one of our greatest allies during our fight for Independence, the French. We will take a look at our relationship with France after the revolution as well as events that changed our alliance.

A Former Ally Becomes an Enemy

January 22, 2020 21:34 - 22 minutes - 24.1 MB

This episode introduces the first official war the United States fought as an independent nation. The Quasi-War was an undeclared war against one of our greatest allies during our fight for Independence, the French. We will take a look at our relationship with France after the revolution as well as events that changed our alliance.

A New Independent Nation

January 16, 2020 22:02 - 25 minutes - 18.4 MB

We'll tie a bow around Marines serving in the American Revolution and talk about the decision to disband the Continental Marines. We'll also get into some statistics about the war.

Revolutionary War: A New Independent Nation

January 16, 2020 22:02 - 25 minutes - 18.4 MB

We'll tie a bow around Marines serving in the American Revolution and talk about the decision to disband the Continental Marines. We'll also get into some statistics about the war.

The War Comes to an End

January 08, 2020 23:54 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episode takes a look at the rarely talked about privateer and state Marines.

Revolutionary War: The War Comes to an End

January 08, 2020 23:54 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episode takes a look at the rarely talked about privateer and state Marines.

And Then There Were Two

October 23, 2019 04:12 - 25 minutes - 21 MB

We take a look at the consequences the Penobscot Expedition had on Continental Marines and conclude with the two remaining detachments of Marines fighting in the American Revolution.

Revolutionary War: And Then There Were Two

October 23, 2019 04:12 - 25 minutes - 21 MB

We take a look at the consequences the Penobscot Expedition had on Continental Marines and conclude with the two remaining detachments of Marines fighting in the American Revolution.

Revolutionary War: The Penobscot Expedition (Part 2)

October 14, 2019 22:15 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

This episode takes a closer look at American military leaders’ actions that potentially cost lives and the loss of what should have been an easy win for the Continental military.

The Penobscot Expedition (Part 2)

October 14, 2019 22:15 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

This episode takes a closer look at American military leaders’ actions that potentially cost lives and the loss of what should have been an easy win for the Continental military.

The Penobscot Expedition (Part 1)

September 28, 2019 20:48 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

We take a look at the beginning of the Penobscot Expedition, probably one of the worst naval disasters in American military history.

Revolutionary War: The Penobscot Expedition (Part 1)

September 28, 2019 20:48 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

We take a look at the beginning of the Penobscot Expedition, probably one of the worst naval disasters in American military history.

Revolutionary War: The End of the Willing Expedition

September 13, 2019 02:20 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

During this episode, we dig a little deeper into the Willing expedition and discuss some of the hardships and challenges Willing and the Marines faced with the Spanish and the British.

The End of the Willing Expedition

September 13, 2019 02:20 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

During this episode, we dig a little deeper into the Willing expedition and discuss some of the hardships and challenges Willing and the Marines faced with the Spanish and the British.

The Marines Visit the Southern States

August 27, 2019 20:38 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

The United States will lose multiple ships throughout 1778, two of which includes the Raleigh and the Alfred. The Marines would also be recruited for the Willing expedition and head to Mississippi to confront British loyalists.

Revolutionary War: The Marines Visit the Southern States

August 27, 2019 20:38 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

The United States will lose multiple ships throughout 1778, two of which includes the Raleigh and the Alfred. The Marines would also be recruited for the Willing expedition and head to Mississippi to confront British loyalists.

The Marines Recapture Fort Nassau

August 19, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 22.3 MB

The Marines travel back to the Bahamas for more supplies, but this time the locals won't be so passive.

Revolutionary War: The Marines Recapture Fort Nassau

August 19, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 22.3 MB

The Marines travel back to the Bahamas for more supplies, but this time the locals won't be so passive.

Revolutionary War: John Adams Fights Alongside Marines

August 13, 2019 01:11 - 25 minutes - 22.3 MB

During this episode, we take a look at Marines onboard the Boston. The ship was ordered to escort John Adams to France and replace Silas Deane as one of the American Commissioners. During their voyage, they would encounter a British vessel and John Adams would fight alongside Marines in this engagement. Marines will also advance on the Bahamas for a second raid on Fort Nassau.

John Adams Fights Alongside Marines

August 13, 2019 01:11 - 25 minutes - 22.3 MB

During this episode, we take a look at Marines onboard the Boston. The ship was ordered to escort John Adams to France and replace Silas Deane as one of the American Commissioners. During their voyage, they would encounter a British vessel and John Adams would fight alongside Marines in this engagement. Marines will also advance on the Bahamas for a second raid on Fort Nassau.

Revolutionary War: The French Pick An Alliance

July 30, 2019 04:24 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MB

This week, we focus on the Commander of the Ranger, John Paul Jones. He is experiencing push back for his decisions and some of his Marines are feeling the brunt of it. We also learn about a raid conducted by Marines and Sailors on the Duke of Selkirk’s residence. Apparently, Marine Lieutenant Wallingford left such a great impression that Lady Selkirk wrote a letter to John Paul Jones when she heard of Wallingford’s death.

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