Historia Obscura

This week on Historia Obscura: how one Russian woman struck back against gender norms to become a hero in the fight against Nazi Germany during World War II. Listen for information about the Fiftieth Episode giveaway. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a United States president was able to overcome a historically low approval rating and two exoduses from his party to win reelection. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how an attack on an airport by a Japanese militant group, funded by Palestinians and supported by North Korea, killed dozens of Puerto Rican, Israeli, and Canadian civilians. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a fringe religious movement started by a poor villager caused what may have been the deadliest war in history. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how the son of Japanese immigrants forged his own path to power in a South American nation, gaining as many supporters as he did enemies. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a group of escaped black slaves in New Jersey created their own town, assisted in the escape of more slaves, and successfully fended off slave catchers. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a seemingly mundane question about notably ambiguous food was the subject of a Supreme Court case that would ultimately lead to the exacerbation of the American childhood obesity crisis. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how the intervention of two global superpowers in a Central Asian nation ultimately led to the present-day War on Terror. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how several different religious groups and two foreign nations fought for control over a tiny country known for its religious diversity. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a soccer match in the UK turned deadly due to the negligence of police and stadium safety officers. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a man who was neither Japanese, nor the spouse of a Japanese person, voluntarily relocated to a Japanese-American internment camp during World War II. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a tiny nation established by a small group of rebels was able to survive the advances of Spain and the United States for months. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how two nations located on one island have had a history of unimaginable tensions, rooted in colonialism, racism, war, and tyranny. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how an American spy ship was captured by a hostile nation, endangering the lives of all her crewmen. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how an American singlehandedly overthrew the government of a Central American nation, making powerful enemies in the process. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a brave Polish soldier volunteered to be captured and sent to one of the most notorious death camps in history. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers SoDakZak and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a small religious movement grew into the third-largest religious denomination in the United States, even after going to war with the US. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers SoDakZak and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a segregationist senator spent eight decades in politics, creating controversy throughout his life. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a fighter pilot was able to rack up 40 aerial victories in spite of his inaccurate shooting (suggested by: Sid from New Jersey). Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a follower of a charismatic Italian-American immigrant attacked the most prominent financial hub in the US. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a brave sea captain attempted to save almost a thousand Jews during the Holocaust, but was thwarted by foreign leaders. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a politician consolidated power by fighting on behalf of the poor, but created too many powerful enemies at the same time. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how a Jewish American broke barriers, but also entangled himself in America's bloodiest war. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how the membership of the United States Congress has changed in January of 2021. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !

This week on Historia Obscura: how Christmas brought together both sides of one of the bloodiest wars in world history. Special thanks to Patreon subscriber SoDakZak! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/historiaobscura !