Monday Morning General

On this episode of the Monday Morning General podcast, we dive into Napoleon's greatest victory at the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805.  Learn how Napoleon's strategic genius allowed him to defeat a larger combined Austro-Russian army through deception and executing a devastating counterattack on the Pratzen Heights.  We analyze the opposing battle plans, key terrain features, and pivotal p...

The Napoleonic Wars rage on in this gripping retelling of Napoleon's decisive victory over Austria in the Ulm Campaign. Follow Napoleon's cunning strategy and superior tactics as he outmaneuvers and traps Austrian forces under General Mack. See Napoleon's mighty Grande Armée maneuver with lightning speed across Europe. Witness the dawn of total war and mass conscription of citizens as soldiers. Ap...

This comprehensive exploration of the Spanish Armada's historical intricacies was led by Brendon, Bjorn, and guest Steve. Throughout the discussion, they critically analyzed the reasons behind the Armada's failure and the subsequent geopolitical shift. They delved into various aspects of the battle, notably the Fireships of Calais and the Battle of Gravelines, emphasizing the strategic blunders of...

In this episode of the Monday Morning General podcast, we examine the background, planning, and initial voyage of the Spanish Armada in 1588. The Armada, ordered by King Philip II of Spain, aimed to invade Protestant England and restore Catholic rule. We dive into the religious tensions, economic warfare, and naval competition that drove Spain and England to war. The show covers how Sir Francis Dr...

This episode continues our detailed look at the famous Battle of Cannae where Hannibal decisively defeated the Roman legions.  We'll explore how Hannibal maneuvered the Roman forces into his trap by gradually withdrawing his center and enveloping their flanks with his cavalry and African infantry. You'll learn the gripping play-by-play of how over 70,000 Roman soldiers were slaughtered throug...

Bjorn, Brendon and Sam discuss the strategic environment and road to war leading up to the Battle of Cannae in the Second Punic War.  Hannibal who is on the short list of greatest generals grew up vying for revenge from Rome after the Carthagian loss in the First Punic War. Hannibal  raised a 90,000 man army and marched on Italy from Spain. After crossing the Alps, Hannibal decisively de...

The Battle of Passchendaele or the Third Battle Ypres was a four month battle fought between the British and Germans on the Western Front of World War 1 in 1917.

The British Expeditionary Force faces off against the German Empire at the Third Battle of Ypres on the western front of WW1. This terrible battle saw the British attempting to gain the edge and root out the German submariine bases on the coast in Belgium. Learn about the first two battles of Ypres as we give the lead up to this 4 month long battle.

Washington springs his attacks on the Hessian garrison at Trenton NJ after his fateful crossing of the Delaware River. Following that successful battle the Continental Army continues on to Princeton saving the Revolution in the process.

General George Washington and the Continental Army were in dire straits following poor performances in New York and New Jersey in 1776. The British army led by General William Howe and pushed the colonists into Pennsylvania, putting the young Congress at risk in Philadelphia. This episode covers the situation Washington found himself in and his his plan to shore up his position going into 1777.

Big artillery and thousands of Ottomans versus some big walls and small ragtag defense. This is the last stand of the Roman Empire. 

The fall of the Byzantine Empire and the rise of the Ottomans in the crossroads of the World. Brendon and Bjorn discuss the events leading up to siege and set the ground work for the battle to come.

4 Japanese carriers and 3 American carriers plus an island air base square off to determine who would control the Pacific Ocean in 1942.  The Battle of Midway is the first major carrier on carrier battle with hundreds of aircraft filling the skies between Hawaii and Japan.  Brendon and Bjorn take to the sea to give you the play-by-play on this decisive battle from World War 2.

Following the attack on Pearl Harbor in WW2 the Japanese were expanding the American morale was in shambles.  The Battle of Midway would be the turning point in the war to reverse those positions. Brendon and Bjorn discuss the lead up to the battle, the strategies of Yamamoto and Nimitz, shortcomings of the Japanese plan and the impact of American code-breaking. Listen now to prepare your sel...

In part 2 of the Battle of Hastings, we explore the battle between William, Duke of Normandy and King Harold in Southern England.  We discuss the location, composition, and disposition of each force and explore their tactics and strategies.  Join us to learn more about this world changing battle. If you're a history enthusiast or curious about military tactics, this show is for you.

October 1066 marks a pivotal point in English history, when the Battle of Hastings forever altered the course of the country. Brendon and Bjorn discuss why the Battle of Hastings happened and how England changed forever in the hands of William the Conqueror. Join us this week to witness the death of a King and the building of armies.

In this episode, we conclude our discussion on the Maryland campaign of 1862 in the American Civil War with a focus on the Battle of Antietam or Sharpsburg. We talk about: The prelude to the battle The disposition of the armies The terrain and its consequences Timeline of the battle Tune in now to learn about the bloodiest day in American history that ultimately ended in a draw. Subscribe so you c...

In this episode of the Monday Morning General podcast, your hosts Brendon and Bjorn discuss the Battle of Antietam, also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg, which occurred during the US Civil War in 1862.  They explore the events leading up to the battle and its significance, including: The Confederate invasion of Maryland, The objective to resupply the army Cut off the Baltimore & Ohio Ra...

This week on Monday Morning General, Brendon and Bjorn analyze the famous Battle of Marathon between Athens and Persia in 490 BC.  They discuss the armies' strategies, equipment, and how the battle unfolded with the Greeks' innovative tactics against overwhelming Persian numbers. Learn how the Athenians were able to achieve victory against the Persian invaders in this pivotal clash. I ntroduc...

In this episode of the Monday Morning General podcast, Brendon and Bjorn discuss the strategic buildup to the pivotal first battle between Greece and Persia at Marathon in 490 BC.  They provide historical context on the vast Persian Empire under Darius the Great and the collection of independent Greek city-states led by Athens. The recap the Ionian Revolt that sparked the conflict, as the tyr...