History of North America

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

2026 is a special year for the History of North America. The USA is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and so shall we in this podcast. Interspersed throughout this year's regular programming, I will present special series and episodes connected with the American Revolutionary period, including the fascinating years and dramatic events leading to the Shot Heard Round the World, The monumental Decl...

The original Jamestown colonists had never intended to grow all of their own food. Their plans depended upon trade with the local natives to supply them with food between the arrivals of periodic supply ships from England. Lack of access to fresh water and a severe drought crippled the limited agricultural production of the Virginia colonists. Combined with the lack of trade with the Native Americ...

President Abraham Lincoln delivered a famous speech at the Gettysburg National Cemetery’s consecration on November 19, 1863. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/nB9roXG0fwo  which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Books about the Gettysburg Address at https://amzn.to/4hUAf0y   Abraham Linco...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

The capitalists who funded the establishment of the Virginia colony may have been concerned with the glory of England and the spreading of the Anglican religion to the natives, but above all, they demanded that the new enterprise turn a profit. Tobacco eventually proved to be the economic base for Virginia for the next two centuries. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!  Check out the YouTube vers...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

Originally called Soldiers’ National Cemetery, President Abraham Lincoln delivered his Gettysburg Address at the Gettysburg National Cemetery’s consecration on November 19, 1863. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/GCgCChtb1qU   which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Books about the Getty...

Eastern Virginia is called ‘Tidewater’ because the rivers moved to the rhythm of the ocean before they finally merge with Chesapeake Bay. The area between the James and York rivers is known simply as "the peninsula," and it is here that our story unfolds. The entire peninsula is rich in history. The mouth of the James River aligns directly with the entrance to Chesapeake Bay from the A...

After many years of unsuccessful North American settlements, the English founded the colony of Jamestown in Virginia. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/dKH6HXo4IFM   which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Khan Academy available at https://amzn.to/3HSo0jt   &nbsp...

Enjoy this special musical program, custom-made for listeners to savor along with the history behind the classic tune Battle Hymn of the Republic , and others. United States Military Music at https://amzn.to/3LBkyzg Veterans Day souvenirs at https://amzn.to/4p2gAOO Memorial Day souvenirs at https://amzn.to/4wUpz9x US Military items at https://amzn.to/3XhVW15 ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes,...

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, the fighting on the Western Front ceased, marking Armistice Day and the end of the Great War, World War one. Following World War two, the name was changed in many countries to commemorate those who died in both wars and all subsequent conflicts. This solemn day to honor veterans and remember those who have died in military service is now...

On November 11th, 1918, the fighting on the Western Front ceased, marking Armistice Day and the end of the First World War. Following World War two, the name was changed in many countries to commemorate those who died in both wars and all subsequent conflicts. This solemn day to honor veterans and remember those who have died in military service is now recognized as Veterans Day in the United Stat...

World War One was a global conflict whose horrendous battlefields consumed a generation of young men on Europe’s Western Front. One such man was Canadian medical doctor, poet, and soldier John McCrae. His experiences on the battlefield moved him to compose “In Flanders Fields” which became the most famous poem of The Great War. Moina Michael, an American woman moved by the poem,...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

The 'Great Man' view of History is a 19th-century approach to the study of history according to which history can be largely explained by the impact of great men, or heroes: highly influential and unique individuals who, due to their natural attributes, such as superior intellect, heroic courage, extraordinary leadership abilities or divine inspiration, have a decisive historical effect. Enjoy thi...

In 1622, a French explorer and interpreter Étienne Brûlé is credited with being the first European to see Lake Superior. Located between Canada and the United States Lake Superior is one of the largest bodies of freshwater in the world. In 1668, Jesuit Fathers Claude Dablon and Claude-Jean Allouez were on the Lake with Jesuit explorer Jacques Marquette, and they were the first...

In 1602, Captain Bartholomew Gosnold (born in Grundisburgh, Suffolk, England) pioneered a direct sailing route due west from the Azores to the New World in what later became New England. He and his crew explored the coastline with the intention of establishing a colony and small fishing outpost in the southern part of Massachusetts on Cuttyhunk Island. Let’s enjoy first-hand accounts of thei...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

Bartholomew Gosnold (1571-1607) obtained backing to establish an English colony on the North American Atlantic coastline. In 1602, he set sail in a small bark named the Concord, with thirty-two on board. Let’s listen to a first-hand account of their adventures. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/oMy9edD_k6o which has accompanying...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...