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Send us Fan Mail Thomas Vokins: From Britain to the American Civil War | London Branch Member with Gina Denham In this episode of American Civil War and UK History podcast, Daz is joined by Gina Denham, co-founder of the Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association, to explore the fascinating life of Thomas Vokins. Thomas Vokins was a British-born participant in the American Civil War who later returned to Britain and became a member of the London Branch of the U.S. ...

Send us Fan Mail Robert E. Lee & his Generals: with (Dr. Gary Gallagher) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by renowned Civil War historian Dr. Gary Gallagher to explore General Robert E. Lee’s relationships with some of his most important subordinates: Stonewall Jackson, James Longstreet, and J.E.B. Stuart. How did Lee work with these very different personalities? What made his relationship with Jackson so successful, and how did his r...

Send us Fan Mail Judgment Tree with (Gary E. Parker) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast host Daz is joined by author Gary E. Parker to discuss his fascinating historical fiction novel, Judgment Tree. Rather than focusing solely on famous battles and military leaders, Parker explores the war through the experiences of ordinary people forced to make extraordinary moral choices. The novel examines the complex relationship between power, race, loyalty, conscience, an...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Wilson’s Creek with (J.D. Huitt The History Underground) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by J.D. Hewitt, creator and host of the popular History Underground YouTube channel, to discuss the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. The Battle of Wilson’s Creek, fought on August 10, 1861, was one of the first major battles of the American Civil War west of the Mississippi River. Union forces under Nathaniel Lyon attacked Confederate an...

Send us Fan Mail Europeans at the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas) with (Ryan Diamond) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by fellow American Civil War Round-Table UK member Ryan Diamond to explore the role of Europeans at the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas). Together, they discuss the experiences of European-born soldiers who fought on both sides of the conflict, their motivations for serving, and the impact they had dur...

Send us Fan Mail The New York Draft Riots with (Evan Portman) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Evan Portman to explore one of the most violent and controversial events of the American Civil War—the New York Draft Riots of July 1863. Sparked by opposition to the Union's first military draft, the riots quickly descended into several days of deadly violence, looting, and attacks on African Americans and government buildings. Daz and ...

Send us Fan Mail The Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 with (Mark Maloy) America 250 In this special episode of American Civil War & UK History, celebrating America 250, host Daz is joined by Emerging Revolutionary War's Mark Maloy to explore the Declaration of Independence, adopted on 4 July 1776. Together, they discuss the events that led to this pivotal moment in American history, its lasting significance, and the legacy of the document that gave birth to a new natio...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of The Somme with (Mark Wheatcroft) Episode 1 The Somme Begins This is the first episode in a series dedicated to the Battle of the Somme, fought between 1 July and 18 November 1916. In this episode, Daz is joined by The Battlefields of Britain host and historian Mark Wheatcroft to explore the events leading up to the battle and the devastating opening day, 1 July 1916, which became the bloodiest day in British military history. The Battle of the So...

Send us Fan Mail The Origins of A History Podcast With (James R. Early) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by fellow podcaster and history enthusiast James R. Early for a wide-ranging conversation about all things history podcasting. From creating engaging content to sharing a passion for the past, they discuss what it takes to bring history to life through the microphone. James R. Early is an American military historian, author, adjunct h...

Send us Fan Mail Nine Months: The Siege of Petersburg, Episode One: An Overview of the Campaign In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, in collaboration with The Dramatic Historian, host Daz is joined by historian Dr. Nathan Provost—The Dramatic Historian himself—to begin our new series, Nine Months: The Siege of Petersburg. Together, they explore the origins of the Petersburg Campaign, setting the stage for one of the longest and most significant operations of the...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle Of Cross Keys with (Aaron Siever) in this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian and battlefield tour guide Aaron Siever of Aaron’s Civil War Travels to discuss the Battle of Cross Keys. The Battle of Cross Keys was fought in Rockingham County, Virginia, as part of Confederate Maj. Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s legendary Shenandoah Valley Campaign during the American Civil War. The battle saw Jackson’s f...

Send us Fan Mail Pete Neal's ("It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits" British Army Recipes from World War 1) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, Daz is joined by living historian of Pete's Living History Pete Neil to discuss his new book, It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits: British Army Recipes from World War One. It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits: British Army Recipes from World War One explores the culinary experiences of British soldiers durin...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With ( Madeline Feierstein ) Episode Five Reclaiming Alexandria In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the reclaiming of the city after the American Civil War had come to an end. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail William H. Seward & the Secession Crisis of 1860-1861 with (C. Evan Stewart) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz was joined by author C. Evan Stewart to discuss his latest book, William Henry Seward: Quest to Save the Nation – During The Secession Winter (November 1860– April1861) During the secession winter of 1860–1861, William H. Seward worked to prevent the breakup of the Union following the election of Abraham Lincoln....

Send us Fan Mail Richard I (Richard the Lionheart) with (Steve Tibble) In this episode of the England’s Kings and Queens Podcast, host Daz is joined by author and historian Dr Steve Tibble to discuss the life of King Richard I Richard I of England (1157–1199), known as Richard the Lionheart, was King of England from 1189 to 1199. He was the third son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine and was not initially expected to inherit the throne, but became king after the deaths of his elder brothe...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With (Madeline Feierstein) Episode Four: A City on Lockdown In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the prisons of Alexandria during the American Civil War. During the American Civil War, Alexandria became an important Union-controlled city and a key location for holding prisoners. Its position just across the river fr...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Fort Sumter with (Walt Young) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by historian Walt Young to discuss the Battle of Fort Sumter and the first shots of the American Civil War. The Battle of Fort Sumter began on April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces opened fire on a Union-held fort in Charleston. After 34 hours of bombardment, Union commander Robert Anderson surrendered. The attack marked the start of the American Ci...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Shiloh with (Timothy B. Smith) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by acclaimed author and historian Timothy B. Smith to explore one of the war’s most pivotal clashes — the Battle of Shiloh The Battle of Shiloh (April 6–7, 1862), fought in southwestern Tennessee, was a major early clash of the American Civil War and one of its bloodiest battles up to that point. Union forces under Ulysses S. Grant defeated the...

Send us Fan Mail Trumbull County Boys with (Chris Mowery) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by Chris Mowery of Vlogging Through History to discuss his new book, Trumbull County Boys: Company H, 20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War. In 1861, the “Trumbull County Boys” of Company H, 20th Ohio Infantry—friends and family from northeast Ohio—answered Lincoln’s call and fought across the Western Theater, from Shiloh to Atlanta and the...

Send us Fan Mail Sherwood Boys with (Mike Somerville) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz was joined by historian and author Mike Somerville to discuss the famous Sherwood Boys and their role during World War II. Mike has written two fantastic books focusing on the battalion and the experiences of the men who served in the Sherwood Foresters, bringing their wartime story and bravery to life. The Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) had a...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With (Madeline Feierstein) Episode Three: A City of Hospitals In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the hospitals of Alexandria during the American Civil War. During the American Civil War, Alexandria, Virginia became a major Union medical center after its occupation in 1861. Its river and rail connections mad...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Olustee With ( James Cosgrove ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History host, Daz was joined by James Cosgrove, host of Project Past and the Distance Drums podcast, to discuss the Battle of Olustee — the largest Civil War battle fought in Florida. The Battle of Olustee (February 20, 1864) was the largest Civil War battle fought in Florida. A Union force advancing west from Jacksonville was defeated by Confederate troops under General Joseph Fine...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant Episode 5 Grant’s Overland Route. P2 (The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast) In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, host Daz is joined by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant's and the Overland Campaign. "If you enjoyed the latest episode, please subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Grant. The Figures of the American Civil War Podc...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Two: Crime in an Occupied City In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to examine crime in Alexandria, Virginia, during the Union Army’s occupation of the city. Following Union occupation, Alexandria came under military rule, with a Union governor and provost marshals enforcing order in place of civilian courts. Crime levels fluctuated ...

Send us Fan Mail World War I: Feeding the British Army With ( Pete's Living History ) On this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by living historian Pete Neal of the TikTok page Pete’s Living History to explore how the British Army was fed during the First World War. Feeding the British Army in the First World War was a logistical struggle as much as a necessity. Soldiers relied on basic, calorie-rich rations such as bully beef, biscuits, bread, j...

Send us Fan Mail #Themonumentalproject 2025 A Year in-Review With (Gina Denham) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz is joined by Gina Denham, co-founder of Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association and honorary secretary of the Descendants of the London Branch of American Civil War Veterans. Together, they reflect on the events of 2025. Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association were established on January ...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With ( Madeline Feierstein ) Episode One: The Invasion of Alexandria In the first episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein to explore the Union occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, and its significance in the early days of the American Civil War. Alexandria, Virginia was captured by Union forces on 24 May 1861, shortly after Virginia seceded. Its loca...

Send us Fan Mail Gettysburg Gods and Generals With (Ron Maxwell )The Story behind the Movies Part Two Gods and Generals. In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast host Daz was joined by film director Ron Maxwell to discuss the movies Gettysburg and Gods and Generals Gods and Generals (2003), directed by Ron Maxwell, is the prequel to Gettysburg and is based on Jeff Shaara’s novel of the same name. The film focuses on the early years of the American Civil War, particula...

Send us Fan Mail Gettysburg Gods and Generals With ( Ron Maxwell ) The Story behind the Movies Part One Gettysburg In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast host Daz was joined by film director Ron Maxwell to discuss the movies Gettysburg and Gods and Generals Gettysburg (1993) is more than a Civil War movie—it’s a passion project rooted in history. Based on Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel The Killer Angels, the film was brought to the screen ...

Send us Fan Mail Apollo Moon Landings: History's Biggest Hoax ? With (Bart Sibrel) In this episode of For the Passion of History, host Daz is joined by American filmmaker and author Bart Sibrel for a thought-provoking conversation about the Apollo moon landings. Bart Sibrel is an American filmmaker and author best known for his long-standing claim that the Apollo moon landings were hoaxed. He has created multiple documentaries and written books arguing that the U.S. government staged the mis...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Franklin & Spring Hill. Saving The Battlefield With ( Eric Jacobson ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian Author and Chief Operating Officer for the Battle of Franklin Trust to discuss the story behind saving the Franklin and Spring Hill Battlefields Eric A. Jacobson is one of the leading historians of the American Civil War and a driving force behind the successful reclamation of the Franklin bat...

Send us Fan Mail The Trent Affair With (Chris Lean) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by fellow reenactor Chris Lean to discuss the Trent Affair. The Trent Affair(1861) was a diplomatic crisis during the American Civil War between the United States and Great Britain. A U.S. Navy ship, the USS San Jacinto, stopped the British mail steamer RMS Trent and captured two Confederate envoys, James Mason and John Slidell, who were on their way to E...

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Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Agincourt With ( Mark Wheatcroft ) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Mark Wheatcroft to discuss the Battle of Agincourt, which took place during the Hundred Years' War on October 25, 1415. The Battle of Agincourt was a significant English victory where a heavily outnumbered English army, led by King Henry V, defeated a larger French force. The battle is renowned for the effectiveness of the Engli...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Edgehill with ( Mark Turnbull ) On this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by author Mark Turnbull to discuss the Battle of Edgehill which was the first pitched battle of the English Civil Wars The Battle of Edgehill was fought near Edge Hill and Kineton in southern Warwickshire on Sunday, 23 October 1642. All attempts at constitutional compromise between King Charles and Parliament broke down early in 1642. Both the Kin...

Send us Fan Mail Abraham Lincoln's Counterfeiters with ( Andrea Nolen ) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by author Andrea Nolen to discuss her new book titled ( Lincoln’s Counterfeiters: The Wisconsin Gang that Funded the Union and Started the Chicago Mob ) The book tells the story of a secretive counterfeiting gang based in Monroe, Wisconsin, known as the Bonelatta Gang. Andrea explores how this gang played a surprisingly significant ro...

Send us Fan Mail The Lost John Ford Civil War Film With ( Jaime Cordova ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by Jaime Cordova to discuss The Scarlet Drop, a silent film directed by John Ford that was once thought to be lost." For several decades, just over 30 minutes of footage of the film was thought to have survived in the Getty Images Archive. In January 2024, academic film historian Jaime Córdova Ortega discovered a complete version in an ...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Chickamauga With ( Civil War Breakfast Club ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by the hosts of The Civil War Breakfast Club Darin Weeks and Mary Fincher to discuss the Battle of Chickamauga The Battle of Chickamauga (September 19–20, 1863) was a major Civil War clash fought in northwestern Georgia between Union forces under Major General William Rosecrans and Confederate forces under General Braxton Bragg. It mar...

Send us Fan Mail The Last British American Civil War Veteran With (Gina Denham) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by a fellow co-founder of the Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association to discuss the last British American Civil War veteran Samuel Lander Hough and his Friend Henry McGuinness. Samuel Lander Hough enlisted in the 2nd New Jersey Cavalry and participated in the Battle of Egypt Station, which took plac...

Send us Fan Mail Henry VII with ( Nathen Amin ) England's King's & Queens Podcast In this episode of the England's Kings and Queens Podcast, host Daz was joined by author and historian Nathen Amin to discuss Henry VII. Henry VII (28 January 1457 – 21 April 1509), also known as Henry Tudor, was King of England and Lord of Ireland from his seizure of the crown on 22 August 1485 until he died in 1509. He was the first monarch of the House of Tudor. Nathen Amin's Website 👇 https://n...

Send us Fan Mail The Road to VJ Day & The End of World War II With ( Chris Kolakowski & Tim Willging ) In this episode of the For the Passion of History Podcast, host Daz was joined by author and historian Chris Kolakowski and historian Tim Willging to discuss V-J Day and the road to the end of WWII. Victory over Japan Day (also known as V-J Day ) is the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, in effect bringing the war to an end. The term has been applied to both ...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant Episode 4 Grant’s Overland Route P1. ( The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast) In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, host Daz is joined by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant's move east and the start of the Overland Campaign. "If you enjoyed the latest episode, please subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Grant. The Figures of t...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle Gettysburg Pickett's Charge With (Matt Atkinson) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by a Park Ranger from Gettysburg National Military Park to discuss July 3rd at the Battle of Gettysburg and Pickett's Charge. Pickett's Charge was an infantry assault on July 3, 1863, during the Battle of Gettysburg. It was ordered by Confederate General Robert E. Lee as part of his plan to break through Union lines and achieve a decisive v...

Send us Fan Mail Albert Cashier With (Will Davis-Coleman & Patrick Courtney) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by Will Davis-Coleman and Patrick Courtney, the hosts of The Cloak and Dagger Podcast. Together, they discuss a Union soldier named Albert Cashier. Albert D. J. Cashier (December 25, 1843 – October 10, 1915), born Jennie Irene Hodgers, was an Irish-born American soldier who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War....

Send us Fan Mail Chalke History Festival with (Laura Bailey) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by Laura Bailey, the Joint Programme Director of the Chalke History Festival, to discuss all things Chalke The Chalke History Festival, which began in 2011 as a fundraiser for a local cricket club in Broad Chalke, near Salisbury, has grown to become the UK's largest history festival It was the brainchild of two individuals: James Holland, a clu...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Cold Harbor with (Dr. Nathan Provost) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian Dr. Nathan Provost to discuss the Battle of Cold Harbor. Dr. Provost chose to focus his dissertation on the Battle of Cold Harbor, dedicating a significant amount of time to researching this battle and its associated data. The Battle of Cold Harbor was fought during the American Civil War near Mechanicsville, Virginia, from May...

Send us Fan Mail For The Passion of History Podcast History with Jackson With (Jackson Van Uden) In this episode of For The Passion of History Podcast Daz is Joined by historian and founder of (History with Jackson) Jackson Van Uden to discuss his love for history as well as the creation of (History with Jackson) which consists of a podcast website and social media pages. History with Jackson https://linktr.ee/HistorywithJackson ACW & UK History's Website. https://darrenscivilwa...

Send us Fan Mail Stonewall Jackson In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, I am joined by self-confessed Stonewall Jackson fan Chris Mackowski to discuss the life of Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson. Born on January 21, 1824, in Clarksburg, Virginia, Jackson graduated from West Point in 1846 and began his career in the artillery. He fought in the Mexican-American War, but in 1852, he resigned his military commission to accept a teaching position at t...

Send us Fan Mail The Road to VE Day With ( Chris Kolakowski & Tim Willging) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by author and historians Chris Kolakowski and Tim Willging to discuss the Road to VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) during World War II Victory in Europe Day is the day celebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces on Tuesday, 8 May 1945; it marked ...

Send us Fan Mail Abraham Lincoln. The Assassination with (Dr. Brian Matthew Jordan) In this episode of the American Civil War and UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian and author Dr. Brian Matthew Jordan to discuss the assassination of the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. On April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, was shot by John Wilkes Booth while attending the play Our American Cousin at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D....

Send us Fan Mail The Battle & Surrender At Appomattox Court House with (Bert Dunkery) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by author and historian Bert Dunkerly to discuss the battle and surrender of Appomattox Court House. The Battle of Appomattox Court House, fought in Appomattox County, Virginia, on the morning of April 9, 1865, was one of the last and most consequential battles of the American Civil War (1861–1865). It marked the fina...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Bentonville With (Derrick Brown) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by the operations manager of the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site. The discussion centres on the Battle of Bentonville. The Battle of Bentonville took place from March 19 to 21, 1865, in North Carolina, near the village of Bentonville. This battle was part of the Western Theater of the American Civil War and marked the final confr...

Send us Fan Mail Tillie Pierce & The Battle of Gettysburg With (Kara Matos) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz was joined by Kara Matos to discuss Tillie Pierce's experiences during the Battle of Gettysburg. Tillie Pierce was the author of *At Gettysburg, or What a Girl Saw and Heard of the Battle: A True Narrative*. Published over twenty-five years after the Battle of Gettysburg, which took place on July 1, 2, and 3, 1863, the book recounts her experiences...

Send us Fan Mail JFK Assassination with Tim Willging In this episode of the "For The Passion of History" podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Tim Willging to discuss the assassination of John F. Kennedy. The assassination of JFK is regarded as one of the most significant and shocking events of the 20th century. John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was assassinated while riding in a presidential motorcade through Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1...

Send us Fan Mail Warning Listeners Discretion Advised. Auschwitz-Birkenau Mark Wheatcroft's Visit Discussed In this episode of the FOR THE PASSION OF HISTORY podcast, host Daz is joined by Mark Wheatcroft from Mark's English History Channel to discuss his recent trip to Poland and his visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau. Auschwitz-Birkenau was a complex of over 40 concentration and extermination camps operated by Nazi Germany in occupied Poland (in a portion annexed into Germany in 1939) dur...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Hatcher's Run With (Nigel Lambert) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by Nigel Lambert to discuss the Battle of Hatcher's Run. The Battle of Hatcher's Run took place from February 5 to 7, 1865, southwest of Petersburg, Virginia. This battle was part of the Petersburg Campaign and represented Union Commander-in-Chief Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant's eighth offensive. https://emergingcivilwar.com/tag/nigel-lamb...

Send us Fan Mail #Themonumentalproject 2024 A year in-Review With (Gina Denham) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz is joined by Gina Denham, co-founder of Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association and honorary secretary of the Descendants of the London Branch of American Civil War Veterans. Together, they reflect on the events of 2024. Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association were established on January ...

Send us Fan Mail The Abraham Lincoln Association: links to Liverpool with (John Maxwell) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz is joined by author John Maxwell. Today's discussion focuses on the potential connections between the Lincoln Association and the elite of Liverpool. Before the American Civil War, Liverpool was booming due to the import of Southern cotton. However, when the import of this cotton ceased, the wealth of the city's rich cotton merchants wa...

Send us Fan Mail The Canteen: A Civil War Novel With (Trevor Tipton) The Canteen: A Civil War Novel With (Trevor Tipton) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz was joined by author Trevor Tipton to discuss his new book titled *The Canteen: A Civil War Novel*, which is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Inspired by an authentic Civil War rifle that has been passed down in the Tipton family, *The Canteen* draws on historical events, folklore, and the...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Franklin with (Joe Ricci) In this episode of American Civil War and UK History, Daz was joined by historian Joe Ricci from The Battle of Franklin Trust to discuss the Battle of Franklin on its 160th anniversary. American Civil War, Battle of Franklin, Joe Ricci, Franklin Tennessee, Civil War history, 160th anniversary, Confederate Army, Battle of Nashville, historical discussion, military history, Daz host, Franklin Nashville Campaign, war engagement, Civil Wa...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant: Episode 3 - The Western Theater Part 2 In this episode, Daz is joined by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant and his army as they crossed the Mississippi River at Bruinsburg. The conversation covers the Inland and Vicksburg Campaigns, leading up to the Chattanooga Campaign. "If you enjoyed the latest episode, please subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Gran...

Send us Fan Mail John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry with (Kevin Pawlak) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, Daz was joined by author and historian Kevin Pawlak to discuss John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry. John Brown's raid, which took place from October 16 to 18, 1859, was an effort by the abolitionist John Brown to initiate a slave revolt in the Southern states. The plan involved seizing the United States arsenal located at Harpers Ferry, Virginia (now par...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Cedar Creek with (Brendon Stead) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, Daz was joined by Brendon Stead to discuss the Battle of Cedar Creek. Brendon is the person behind the fantastic social media page "The Blue and Gray Historian," which can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and X. The Battle of Cedar Creek, or Battle of Belle Grove, was fought on October 19, 1864. The fighting took place in the Shenandoah Valley of Northern...

Send us Fan Mail The Saratoga Campaign An Overview. ALL YE THAT PASS BY With (Avellina Balestri) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz was joined by author Avellina Balestri to discuss her current historical fiction trilogy, "All Ye That Pass By," which is set during the Saratoga Campaign. The Saratoga campaign took place in 1777 and was an attempt by the British high command for North America to gain military control of the strategically important Hudson R...

Send us Fan Mail Medieval England An Overview with (Matt Lewis) In the latest episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz was joined by author and historian Matt Lewis to discuss some of the most important events in Medieval England from 1066 to 1487. Matt has authored a book for History Hit UK titled "History Hit's Guide to Medieval England." Matt's Book HISTORY HIT Guide to Medieval England: From the Vikings to the Tudors – and everything in between https://amzn...

Send us Fan Mail Body Snatching With (Paul Bavill) On this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Daz is joined by the host of History Rage Podcast, Paul Bavill, to discuss body snatching. The ‘Golden Age’ of bodysnatching was in the late 1820s in the UK. Bodies were stolen to be sold to anatomists and medical students for research and for the purpose of attracting students to medical schools. This was important for students to qualify as surgeons and anatomists. While bodies could...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle & Siege of Mobile Bay with (Kris White) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Daz, was joined by Deputy Director of Education at the American Battlefield Trust Kris White to discuss the Battle and Siege of Mobile Bay which took place in August 1864. Mobile had been the last important port on the Gulf of Mexico east of the Mississippi River remaining in Confederate possession, so its closure was the final step in completing the blockade in tha...

Send us Fan Mail William Schaw Lindsay With (Bill Lindsay) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Daz was joined by author Bill Lindsay to discuss the life of his great-great-grandfather, William Schaw Lindsay. William Schaw Lindsay was a British merchant and shipowner who was a Liberal Member of Parliament and had significant political involvement in the American Civil War. YouTube Video https://youtu.be/Hso3T6daxTo Bill Lindsay's Links Website. https:...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Gettysburg: Dan Sickles with (Jim Hessler ) In this episode of "American Civil War & UK History," host Daz was joined by author and experienced battlefield guide at Gettysburg National Battlefield, Jim Hessler, to discuss Dan Sickles and his involvement at the Battle of Gettysburg, and his involvement on July 2, 1863. Upon the outbreak of the War in 1861, Sickles became one of the war's most prominent political generals, recruiting the New York...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Waterloo with (Mark Wheatcroft) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Daz is joined by historian Mark Wheatcroft to discuss the Battle of Waterloo. Fought on 18 June 1815 near Waterloo in present-day Belgium, the battle was one of the most significant military engagements in European history. It saw an Allied army led by Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington face the French forces of Napoleon Bonaparte. The decisive Allied victory ended Napol...

Send us Fan Mail Prelude to the Battle of Waterloo (Mark Wheatcroft) n this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Daz is joined by historian Mark Wheatcroft to explore the dramatic events leading up to the Battle of Waterloo. While Waterloo is remembered for the climactic battle fought on 18 June 1815, the story began long before the armies met on the battlefield. From Napoleon's return from exile to the manoeuvres and decisions that set Europe on a collision course, Daz and Mark ...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant: Episode 2 - The Western Theater Part 1. In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, Daz was joined again by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant from the beginning of the American Civil War, his reenlistment in the army, and all the important battles in the first part of the Western Theater, right up to the middle part of the Vicksburg Campaign in the spring/summer of 1863. "If you enjoyed the lat...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House with (Chris Mackowski) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz was joined by author, historian, & Co-Founder of Emerging Civil War, Chris Mackowski, to discuss The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House. This battle took place in May 1864 and was the second battle in a series of engagements between Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant, known as the Overland Campaign. Daz and Chris also discussed The Batt...

Send us Fan Mail Saint.Olga of Kyiv & The Rus with (Abigail Williams) In this episode of the For The Passion of History Podcast, host Daz is joined by historian and author Abigail Williams to explore the life and enduring legacy of Saint Olga of Kyiv and the Kyivan Rus. Together, they discuss Olga's remarkable life Olga served as the regent of Kievan Rus from 945 and held power for approximately eleven years. During the podcast, they also talked about Abigail's upcoming book about...

Send us Fan Mail Jefferson Davis In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, Daz is joined by Bertram Hayes Davis to discuss his great-great-grandfather, who was the president of the Confederate States of America. When it comes to figures of the American Civil War, they don't come much bigger than Jefferson Davis. In the podcast, Daz and Bertram discuss his birth, time at West Point, his time as Confederate president during the Civil War, and everything in between. The...

Send us Fan Mail The Southern Skirmish Association With (Robert Dickson) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast Daz, Was joined by the chairman of The The Southern Skirmish Association (Soskan for short) Robert Dickson to discuss one of the oldest Re-enactment societies in the UK which was formed in 1968 and has been reacting the American Civil War in southern England for well over 50 years. All of The Southern Skirmish Association's Social media pages. https...

Send us Fan Mail Garry Adelman's Favourite Civil War Photos On this episode of American Civil War & UK History, On this episode, Daz is joined by Garry Adelman, Chief Historian of the American Battlefield Trust to discuss Garry’s favourite Civil War photographs—the images that first sparked his fascination with history as a young boy and helped set him on the path to becoming one of the leading voices in Civil War interpretation today. From haunting battlefield scenes to powerful human m...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant: Episode 1 - Early Life and Everything In Between. In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, we will delve into Ulysses S. Grant's early life, from his birth in Point Pleasant, Ohio, and everything in between, leading up to the start of the American Civil War. Stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Grant. The Figures of the American Civil War Podcas will not only centre on Grant but also on all the figu...

Send us Fan Mail The Zulu Wars. The Battles of Isandlwana & Rorke's Drift with (Mark Wheatcroft) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Podcast Daz was joined by historian Mark Wheatcroft of Mark's English History Channel to discuss The Zulu Wars. The Battles of Isandlwana & Rorke's Drift. The British Army suffered a shocking defeat at Isandlwana, before a small garrison fought a legendary defence at Rorke’s Drift just hours later. Two battles, one day, ...

Send us Fan Mail #Themonumentalproject 2023 A year in-Review With (Gina Denham) #TheMonumentalProject 2023 A year in-Review With Gina Denham In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz was joined by fellow co-founder of the Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association, Gina Denham, to take a look back at our achievements in 2023. The Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association was established on January 14,...

Send us Fan Mail The Life of John A. Logan With (Dave Danielson) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast Daz was joined by author and producer of Life in Pictures Dave Danielson to discuss John A. Logan also known as Black Jack Logan had a very successful Civil War career in the Western Theatre in the army of the Tennessee finishing the War with the rank of Major General in 1868 John would become the Grand Army of the Republics Commander in Chief and would organise the...

Send us Fan Mail For The Passion of History Podcast. More Than Just The American Civil War & UK History In the first ever episode of For The passion of History Podcast Daz was Joined by friends and fellow history buffs Dr Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss other periods of history other than The American Civil War & UK History. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Website. https://darrenscivilwarpag8.wixsit...

Send us Fan Mail The Mine Run Campaign & The Forgotten Fall with (Chris Mackowski) In this podcast Daz was joined by Author historian & Co- Founder of Emerging Civil War Chris Mackowski to discuss The Forgotten fall & Mine Run Campaign. After the Battle of Gettysburg, there is a common misconception that nothing happened in the Eastern Theatre between Gettysburg and the Overland Campaign. However, this is simply not the case. In fact, the opposite is true. The Army of the Potomac...

Send us Fan Mail Liverpool and The American Civil War With (John Maxwell) In this podcast Daz was joined by author John Maxwell to discuss Liverpool and its involvement in the American Civil War. John's Book Water Street. https://amzn.eu/d/hvVAclB Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Pages. https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Gettysburg the Movie With Brian Mallon (General Hancock) In this podcast Daz was joined by actor Brian Mallon who played General Hancock to discuss his time on set in 1993 movie Gettysburg which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Pages. https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Battles of New Market Heights & Fort Harrison with (Nathan Provost & Tim Willging) In this podcast, Daz was joined by historians Nathan Provost & Tim Willging to discuss The Battles of New Market Heights & Fort Harrison which took place in late September 1864. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Pages. https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail John Davis & The London Branch of U.S Civil War Veterans With (Gina Denham) In this podcast Daz was Join by Fellow Co-founder of Monuments For UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association Gina Denham to discuss John Davis and The London branch of US Civil War Veterans. Monuments For UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association just giving page. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/themonumentalproject Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Ac...

Send us Fan Mail The American Revolution Explained With ( Rob Orrison ) In this podcast, Daz was joined by historian author and Co-Founder of Emerging Revolutionary War Rob Orrison to discuss how and why the The American Revolution happened. The American Revolution (1775–1783) was the conflict in which the thirteen American colonies broke away from the British Empire and formed the United States of America. It was sparked by long-growing tensions over political rights, taxes, and the desire ...

Send us Fan Mail The Vicksburg Campaign April & May 1863 With (Tim Willging) In this podcast, Daz was joined by historian Tim Willging to discuss the middle part of the Vicksburg Campaign in April & May of 1863. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Brandy Station & JEB Stuart's ride to Gettysburg With (Eric Wittenberg) In this Podcast Daz was joined by historian and author Eric Wittenberg to discuss the Battle of Brandy Station & JEB Stuart's ride to Gettysburg which took place in June 1863. Eric's Links https://www.ericwittenberg.com/ Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Chris Mackowski's first trip to England Podcast. In this podcast, Chris Mackowski and Daz discuss Chris's first visit to England. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings https://emergingcivilwar.com/ Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Dambusters Raid With (Mark Wheatcroft) In this podcast, Daz was joined by Historian Mark Wheatcroft of Mark's English History channel to discus Operation Chastise also known as the Dambusters raid which took place on May 16/17 1943. Marks English History channel links https://www.youtube.com/@marksenglishhistorychannel665/videos https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076308579947 Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK Hi...

Send us Fan Mail The Second Battle of Fredericksburg & the Battle of Salem Church With ( Kris White ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, Podcast Daz was joined by Kris White of the American Battlefield Trust to discuss the Second Battle of Fredericksburg & the Battle of Salem Church The Second Battle of Fredericksburg, also known as the Battle of Salem Church (May 3–4, 1863), unfolded as a dramatic chapter of the Chancellorsville Campaign. After succ...

Send us Fan Mail The Titanic With (Tyler McGraw) In this Podcast Daz was Joined by The Unfiltered Historian Tyler McGraw to discus one of the most famous ocean liners in history the RMS Titanic. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings https://www.facebook.com/unfilteredhistorian Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Hampton Roads with Tim Willging In this podcast Daz was joined by Historian Tim Willging to discuss The Battle of Hampton Roads which took place on March 9, 1862. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History's Links. https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Battels of Forts Henry & Donelson with ( Greg Biggs ) Part 2 The Battle of Fort Donelson Daz was Joined by Historian Greg Biggs to discus The Battles of Fort Henry & Fort Donelson which took place in February of 1862 in part two Daz and Greg Discus The Battle of Fort Donelson. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Park Links https://www.nps.gov/places/site-of-fort-he...

Send us Fan Mail The Battels of Forts Henry & Donelson with ( Greg Biggs ) Part 1 The Battle of Fort Henry. In this podcast Daz was Joined by Historian Greg Biggs to discus The Battles of Fort Henry & Fort Donelson which took place in February of 1862 in part one Daz and Greg Discus The Battle of Fort Henry. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) ACW & UK History links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Support the show

Send us Fan Mail #TheMonumentalProject 2022 A year in-Review With Gina Denham Founded on January 14th, 2022, Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War marked the beginning of an important mission. In this latest podcast episode, co-founders Daz and Gina come together to reflect on the association’s first year, highlight key achievements, and discuss what lies ahead in the year to come. Please help us achieve our ultimate goal of erecting a monument for all British American C...

Send us Fan Mail King John & The First Barons War With Mark Wheatcroft & (Alex The History Guy) In this latest podcast Daz Was joined by historinas Mark Wheatcroft Of Marks English history channel & Alexander Gray who's also known as Alex the History Guy to discuss King John & the First Barons war. Support the show link. (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Acwandukhistory) American Civil War & UK History Links https://linktr.ee/Dazrawlings Alex the History Guy links ht...