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Historyman presents Shanda Phillips and some RevWar stories from Berkeley County, South Carolina.  Berkeley County is the home of Francis Marion, William Moultrie, Henry Laurens and others.  Come walk in the footsteps of Heroes and Proclaim:  Freeom Reigns!

The Spanish had an interesting, if not coordinated, part to play in the American Revolution.  Harold Gonzalez lifts the veil of this often overlooked part of the War for Independence.  Come walk in the footsteps of heroes and proclaim, Freedom Reigns!  Part 2 of 2.

The Spanish had an interesting, if not coordinated, part to play in the American Revolution.  Harold Gonzalez lifts the veil of this often overlooked part of the War for Independence.  Come walk in the footsteps of heroes and proclaim, Freedom Reigns!  Part 1 of 2.

Historyman presents Corinne Hoch and her new book on the Woodlawn Plantation.  Nestled in the shadow of Brookgreen Gardens, Woodlawn Plantation was the home to some of the oldest families in South Carolina. Corinne Hoch's new book tells the wonderful history of the property that once was her family's homeplace.  Spanish settlers, artisian wells, and rice fields are woven into this story of a low c...

Historyman presents historian Dean Hunt as he tells of the Cherokee War in 1776.  Listen as he describes how the various Native tribes met and declared war on the Americans.  Was it coincidence that they declared war at the same time as the British attacked Charlestown?  The American Revolutionary War visited places we now know as Seneca and Clemson, South Carolina. Andrew Pickens would fight his...

Historyman presents historian Dean Hunt as he tells of the Cherokee War in 1776.  Listen as he describes how the various Native tribes met and declared war on the Americans.  Was it coincidence that they declared war at the same time as the British attacked Charlestown?  The American Revolutionary War visited places we now know as Seneca and Clemson, South Carolina. Andrew Pickens would fight his...

Historyman presents the Marvin Historical Society and their exciting reasearch on camp New Providence.  In between the battles of Kings Mountain and Cowpens the Continental Army under General Nathanael Greene camped near Marvin, North Carolina.  The camp, known as New Providence or Camp Nathanael Greene, was where the American Partiots rested, regrouped and planned for their next big push against...

Historyman presents Tom Elmore and the Irish of South Carolina in the American Revolutionary War.  The Irish people played a significant role on both sides during the American Revolutionary War.  Tom Elmore, the historian for the South Carolina Ancient Order of Hiberniums, speaks to the Irish on the Patriot side.  Come walk in the footsteps of Heroes and proclaim, Freedom Reigns!     Historymanpod...

Historyman presents Tom Elmore on Francis Marion's portrayal in the media since the American Revolutionary War.  It has been suggested by some that Francis Marion's military fame was second only to George Washington.  Numerous cities, towns, counties, and other locations can be found across this nation bearing his name. Tom Elmore, the historian for the South Carolina Ancient Order of Hiberniums,...

Historyman presents the Guilford Courthouse Fife and Drum.  The fife and drum in the armies of the American Revolutionary War were significant for many reasons, not just on the battlefield.  The musicians were a timepiece for the day, a pace setter for the march, entertainment in the camp, and a communication tool during battle.  Armed with only their musical instruments, they were very much on th...

Historyman presents The American Heritage Festival with Paul Graham.  Paul is the CEO of this wonderful community festival located in Lake City, South Carolina.  His 2026 lineup has American and British re-enactors, French and Indian War re-eanctors, WW2 exhibits, Highland Games, a Scottish band, and more.  The family event will be held Febrauary 21-22 on the Graham family farm in Lake City, South...

Historyman presents a conversation with the Historyman Comics illustrator, Rick Emond.  Rick brings his creative and professional  talent to the table as we reconstitute the comic book genre for a new generation.  Telling the true stories about real people, fighting for a real country....the United State of America.  Listen to Rick illsutrate with words how he creates the wonderful gateways of lea...

Historyman presents The South Carolina Militia with author John Brian Eleazer.  John Brian Eleazer recounts the research and narrative of his new book on the South Carolina militia in the American Revolutionary War.  The backcountry of South Carolina was a hot bed of activity for the settlers on both sides of the conflict.  Eleazer's ancestor, Captain Henry Felder, lived in the Orangeburg District...

Historyman presents the Adams Memorial Commission with Jackie Cushman.  John Adams, John Quincy Adams, and Abigail Adams are all being honored with a monument on the Mall in Washington, DC.  Come listen as Mrs. Cushman talks about the Adams and their contributions to the United States of America.  This wonderful new project has Bi-Partisan Congressional approval.  Come walk in the footsteps of her...

Historyman presents Edgar Bravo's latest film from his No Restrictions Studio in Spartanburg, South Carolina.  Award winning director and filmaker, Edgar Bravo, has partnered with Award winning author and historian Richard Meehan to create this heart pounding film that tugs at the heart strings.  With the help of their production manager, Larry Shull, the No Restriction Studio hopes to release thi...

Historyman presents Dr. Benjamin Schaffer and the Navies of the Colonial World of America.  Dr. Schaffer has carved out a niche in American history by researching the evolution of the navies in America.  British power throughout the world was primarily due to its supremecy of the sea.  Dr. Schaffer has researched the history of how the shipping was used to project power into the New World. Come wa...

Historyman presents the Museum of the Waxhaws.  The Waxhaw area of North and South Carolina was very important in the fight against the British during the American Revolutionary War.  It was also the birthplace of President Andrew Jackson.  The Museum of the Waxhaws is doing its part to tell the important story of the area.  Theirs is a story not only about local events of the past, but how Waxhaw...

Historyman is in Lexington County, SC with JR Fennell, the Director of the Lexington County History Museum.  During the American Revolution there was a large population of German settlers in the community.  The names of those first settlers are still hallmarks of the communities in the county.  JR touches on those influences and some of the battles/skirmishes from the War of Independence.  Walk in...

Historyman presents Dr. Timothy Holder and his insight on General George Washington.  As a speaker, author, and writing coach, Dr. Holder has worn many hats.  He has a deep love of history and his latest book, Forged in Fire and Hope, gives a deep dive into the personalities of some of this nation's greatest Presidents.  Come walk in the footsteps of heroes and proclaim, Freedom Reigns!  Historyma...

Historyman presents Molly Fortune, the CEO of the South Carolina 250th commission.  The commission has been preparing for the upcoming 250th anniversary celebrations of the American Revolutionary War.  All 50 States will be celebrating the birth of our nation over the course of the next 10+ years.  South Carolina is at the pointed end of the spear when it comes to the American Revolutionary War ba...

Historyman presents Libby McNamee (lawyer, author, and historian) as she reflects on her book, Susanna's Midnight Ride.  This is a story of how a young woman braved the elements and the real threat of the enemy to warn Lafayette about a plot to capture him.  Her brave actions saved the American General from capture and became a legend in the Virginia countryside. Freedom Reigns at Historymanpodcas...

Historyman presents Defending Fort Stanwix, the fort that never surrendered by William L. Kidder.  Cornell University Press is releasing this new book about the failed siege of Fort Stanwix by the British in the Mohawk Valley of New York during the Revolutionary War.  Author William L. Kidder provides insight into his research and story lines as he previews this wonderful book.  He has walked in t...

Historyman presents Norm Rickeman and his book Unsung: William Moultrie and the Battle of Sullivan's Island.  Listen while Norm gives us the inside scoop on this rarely mentioned hero of the American Revolutionary War.  General William Moultrie, though rediculed, stubbornly fought for Charleston and South Carolina when Continental General Charles Lee proposed to abandoned the defense.  As a result...

Historyman presents Avellina Balestri and her new book, Gone for a Soldier.  Avellina Balestri delves into the roots of the Revolution, Burgoyne, and other personalities of the Revolutionary War.  Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes and proclaim...Freedom Reigns! Pt 2 of 2

Historyman presents Avellina Balestri and her new book, Gone for a Soldier.  Avellina Balestri delves into the roots of the Revolution, Burgoyne, and other personalities of the Revolutionary War.  Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes and proclaim...Freedom Reigns! Pt 1 of 2