Richard Youngdahl

The Civil War & Reconstruction

History EN ↓ 551 episodes

A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era. Visit us at www.civilwarpodcast.org

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Richard Youngdahl

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#341- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-seventh) 15.12.2020 23:58

In which we look at how Robert E Lee's plan to attack the Union left on July 2 was based on flawed intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#340- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-sixth) 08.12.2020 28:10

In which we look at Robert E Lee's decision to continue the battle on July 2, 1863 by attacking the Federals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#339- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-fifth) 30.11.2020 20:33

In which we look at the Federals' fishhook line of defense, and discuss the benefits of operating on interior lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#338- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-fourth) 23.11.2020 35:25

In which it's all Meade, all the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#337- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-third) 09.11.2020 38:40

In which the Confederates score an incomplete victory on the first day of the battle, as the Federals retain control of the key high ground south of town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#336- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-second) 02.11.2020 27:34

In which the Federals consolidate their position on Cemetery Hill and await a renewed Confederate attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#335- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twenty-first) 19.10.2020 33:07

In which the Federal First Corps line on Seminary Ridge collapses, and Union soldiers from the Eleventh Corps and First Corps retreat through the streets of Gettysburg to Cemetery Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#334- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twentieth) 12.10.2020 30:08

In which the Federal First Corps line on McPherson's Ridge, south of the Chambersburg Pike, collapses as Heth's Confederates advance on the afternoon of July 1, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#333- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Nineteenth) 28.09.2020 29:15

In which we turn our attention to the First Corps portion of the Federal line and start to talk about its collapse on the afternoon of July 1, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#332- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Eighteenth) 21.09.2020 32:21

In which the Federal Eleventh Corps line north of Gettysburg collapses when it is attacked by Ewell's Confederates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#331- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Seventeenth) 14.09.2020 28:58

In which OO Howard and the Eleventh Corps arrive at Gettysburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#330- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Sixteenth) 07.09.2020 29:15

In which Robert E Lee arrives on the battlefield at Gettysburg on July 1, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Announcement 19.07.2020 4:09

In which we make a special announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#329- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fifteenth) 13.07.2020 21:14

In which Rodes' assault on the Federal First Corps line continues, with Daniel's Brigade moving to the attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#328- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fourteenth) 06.07.2020 30:05

In which we look at the beginning of Rodes' attack from Oak Hill and the destruction of Iverson's Brigade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#327- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Thirteenth) 21.06.2020 23:37

In which we see more units from both armies arrive on the field- Howard's Eleventh Corps for the Federals and Rodes' Division of Ewell's Corps for the Confederates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#326- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twelfth) 08.06.2020 31:15

In which we look at what Robert E Lee was up to on July 1, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#325- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Eleventh) 01.06.2020 24:24

In which we look at George Meade's activities June 28-July 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#324- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Tenth) 26.05.2020 40:59

In which we look at the fight at the railroad cut on the morning of July 1, 1863. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#323- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Ninth) 11.05.2020 39:04

In which the entire right side of the Federal line, north of the Chambersburg Pike, collapses when attacked by Joe Davis's brigade of Confederates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#322- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Eighth) 04.05.2020 32:55

In which the hard-charging Iron Brigade drives Archer's Confederates out of the Herbst woodlot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#321- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Seventh) 26.04.2020 37:22

In which we see the first Federal infantry arrive on the battlefield, just in the nick of time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#320- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Sixth) 20.04.2020 21:58

In which we do some myth-busting, looking at stories about shoes, Spencers, and sharpshooters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#319- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fifth) 13.04.2020 22:14

In which we examine John Reynolds' key role in bringing about a battle at Gettysburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#318- BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fourth) 06.04.2020 21:33

In which we evaluate John Buford's performance in carrying out his covering force action on the morning of July 1, 1863 outside Gettysburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices