American Civil War & UK History

Send us Fan Mail WWI: Flying Aces — Featuring The Flying Historian In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Kelsey Ellington, better known as **The Flying Historian**, to explore the lives and careers of three of the most famous flying aces of the First World War: **Cecil Lewis, Edward “Mick” Mannock, and Manfred von Richthofen, the legendary “Red Baron.”** We discuss their experiences in the skies over the Western Front, their aeri...

Send us Fan Mail Civil War-Civil War life Memoir Of Samuel Henry Bradley - with Kath­erine Driscoll In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by Kath­erine Driscoll, the editor of her great-great-grandfather’s memoirs. Some time ago, Katherine stumbled across her ancestor’s fascinating memoir and decided to have it transcribed and published as a readable book. In this episode, Katherine shares the story behind discovering the memoir, the process ...

Send us Fan Mail Thomas Vokins: From Britain to the American Civil War | London Branch Member with Gina Denham In this episode of American Civil War and UK History podcast, Daz is joined by Gina Denham, co-founder of the Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association, to explore the fascinating life of Thomas Vokins. Thomas Vokins was a British-born participant in the American Civil War who later returned to Britain and became a member of the London Branch of the U.S. ...

Send us Fan Mail Robert E. Lee & his Generals: with (Dr. Gary Gallagher) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by renowned Civil War historian Dr. Gary Gallagher to explore General Robert E. Lee’s relationships with some of his most important subordinates: Stonewall Jackson, James Longstreet, and J.E.B. Stuart. How did Lee work with these very different personalities? What made his relationship with Jackson so successful, and how did his r...

Send us Fan Mail Judgment Tree with (Gary E. Parker) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast host Daz is joined by author Gary E. Parker to discuss his fascinating historical fiction novel, Judgment Tree. Rather than focusing solely on famous battles and military leaders, Parker explores the war through the experiences of ordinary people forced to make extraordinary moral choices. The novel examines the complex relationship between power, race, loyalty, conscience, an...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Wilson’s Creek with (J.D. Huitt The History Underground) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by J.D. Hewitt, creator and host of the popular History Underground YouTube channel, to discuss the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. The Battle of Wilson’s Creek, fought on August 10, 1861, was one of the first major battles of the American Civil War west of the Mississippi River. Union forces under Nathaniel Lyon attacked Confederate an...

Send us Fan Mail Europeans at the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas) with (Ryan Diamond) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by fellow American Civil War Round-Table UK member Ryan Diamond to explore the role of Europeans at the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas). Together, they discuss the experiences of European-born soldiers who fought on both sides of the conflict, their motivations for serving, and the impact they had dur...

Send us Fan Mail The New York Draft Riots with (Evan Portman) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Evan Portman to explore one of the most violent and controversial events of the American Civil War—the New York Draft Riots of July 1863. Sparked by opposition to the Union's first military draft, the riots quickly descended into several days of deadly violence, looting, and attacks on African Americans and government buildings. Daz and ...

Send us Fan Mail The Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 with (Mark Maloy) America 250 In this special episode of American Civil War & UK History, celebrating America 250, host Daz is joined by Emerging Revolutionary War's Mark Maloy to explore the Declaration of Independence, adopted on 4 July 1776. Together, they discuss the events that led to this pivotal moment in American history, its lasting significance, and the legacy of the document that gave birth to a new natio...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of The Somme with (Mark Wheatcroft) Episode 1 The Somme Begins This is the first episode in a series dedicated to the Battle of the Somme, fought between 1 July and 18 November 1916. In this episode, Daz is joined by The Battlefields of Britain host and historian Mark Wheatcroft to explore the events leading up to the battle and the devastating opening day, 1 July 1916, which became the bloodiest day in British military history. The Battle of the So...

Send us Fan Mail The Origins of A History Podcast With (James R. Early) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by fellow podcaster and history enthusiast James R. Early for a wide-ranging conversation about all things history podcasting. From creating engaging content to sharing a passion for the past, they discuss what it takes to bring history to life through the microphone. James R. Early is an American military historian, author, adjunct h...

Send us Fan Mail Nine Months: The Siege of Petersburg, Episode One: An Overview of the Campaign In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, in collaboration with The Dramatic Historian, host Daz is joined by historian Dr. Nathan Provost—The Dramatic Historian himself—to begin our new series, Nine Months: The Siege of Petersburg. Together, they explore the origins of the Petersburg Campaign, setting the stage for one of the longest and most significant operations of the...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle Of Cross Keys with (Aaron Siever) in this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian and battlefield tour guide Aaron Siever of Aaron’s Civil War Travels to discuss the Battle of Cross Keys. The Battle of Cross Keys was fought in Rockingham County, Virginia, as part of Confederate Maj. Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s legendary Shenandoah Valley Campaign during the American Civil War. The battle saw Jackson’s f...

Send us Fan Mail Pete Neal's ("It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits" British Army Recipes from World War 1) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History Podcast, Daz is joined by living historian of Pete's Living History Pete Neil to discuss his new book, It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits: British Army Recipes from World War One. It Wasn't Always Corned Beef and Biscuits: British Army Recipes from World War One explores the culinary experiences of British soldiers durin...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With ( Madeline Feierstein ) Episode Five Reclaiming Alexandria In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the reclaiming of the city after the American Civil War had come to an end. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail William H. Seward & the Secession Crisis of 1860-1861 with (C. Evan Stewart) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz was joined by author C. Evan Stewart to discuss his latest book, William Henry Seward: Quest to Save the Nation – During The Secession Winter (November 1860– April1861) During the secession winter of 1860–1861, William H. Seward worked to prevent the breakup of the Union following the election of Abraham Lincoln....

Send us Fan Mail Richard I (Richard the Lionheart) with (Steve Tibble) In this episode of the England’s Kings and Queens Podcast, host Daz is joined by author and historian Dr Steve Tibble to discuss the life of King Richard I Richard I of England (1157–1199), known as Richard the Lionheart, was King of England from 1189 to 1199. He was the third son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine and was not initially expected to inherit the throne, but became king after the deaths of his elder brothe...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With (Madeline Feierstein) Episode Four: A City on Lockdown In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the prisons of Alexandria during the American Civil War. During the American Civil War, Alexandria became an important Union-controlled city and a key location for holding prisoners. Its position just across the river fr...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Fort Sumter with (Walt Young) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by historian Walt Young to discuss the Battle of Fort Sumter and the first shots of the American Civil War. The Battle of Fort Sumter began on April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces opened fire on a Union-held fort in Charleston. After 34 hours of bombardment, Union commander Robert Anderson surrendered. The attack marked the start of the American Ci...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Shiloh with (Timothy B. Smith) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by acclaimed author and historian Timothy B. Smith to explore one of the war’s most pivotal clashes — the Battle of Shiloh The Battle of Shiloh (April 6–7, 1862), fought in southwestern Tennessee, was a major early clash of the American Civil War and one of its bloodiest battles up to that point. Union forces under Ulysses S. Grant defeated the...

Send us Fan Mail Trumbull County Boys with (Chris Mowery) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by Chris Mowery of Vlogging Through History to discuss his new book, Trumbull County Boys: Company H, 20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War. In 1861, the “Trumbull County Boys” of Company H, 20th Ohio Infantry—friends and family from northeast Ohio—answered Lincoln’s call and fought across the Western Theater, from Shiloh to Atlanta and the...

Send us Fan Mail Sherwood Boys with (Mike Somerville) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz was joined by historian and author Mike Somerville to discuss the famous Sherwood Boys and their role during World War II. Mike has written two fantastic books focusing on the battalion and the experiences of the men who served in the Sherwood Foresters, bringing their wartime story and bravery to life. The Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regiment) had a...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With (Madeline Feierstein) Episode Three: A City of Hospitals In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to explore the hospitals of Alexandria during the American Civil War. During the American Civil War, Alexandria, Virginia became a major Union medical center after its occupation in 1861. Its river and rail connections mad...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Olustee With ( James Cosgrove ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History host, Daz was joined by James Cosgrove, host of Project Past and the Distance Drums podcast, to discuss the Battle of Olustee — the largest Civil War battle fought in Florida. The Battle of Olustee (February 20, 1864) was the largest Civil War battle fought in Florida. A Union force advancing west from Jacksonville was defeated by Confederate troops under General Joseph Fine...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant Episode 5 Grant’s Overland Route. P2 (The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast) In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, host Daz is joined by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant's and the Overland Campaign. "If you enjoyed the latest episode, please subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Grant. The Figures of the American Civil War Podc...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Two: Crime in an Occupied City In this episode of Alexandria at War, produced by American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein of Rooted in Place to examine crime in Alexandria, Virginia, during the Union Army’s occupation of the city. Following Union occupation, Alexandria came under military rule, with a Union governor and provost marshals enforcing order in place of civilian courts. Crime levels fluctuated ...

Send us Fan Mail World War I: Feeding the British Army With ( Pete's Living History ) On this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by living historian Pete Neal of the TikTok page Pete’s Living History to explore how the British Army was fed during the First World War. Feeding the British Army in the First World War was a logistical struggle as much as a necessity. Soldiers relied on basic, calorie-rich rations such as bully beef, biscuits, bread, j...

Send us Fan Mail #Themonumentalproject 2025 A Year in-Review With (Gina Denham) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, Daz is joined by Gina Denham, co-founder of Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association and honorary secretary of the Descendants of the London Branch of American Civil War Veterans. Together, they reflect on the events of 2025. Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association were established on January ...

Send us Fan Mail Alexandria At War With ( Madeline Feierstein ) Episode One: The Invasion of Alexandria In the first episode of Alexandria at War, produced by the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Madeline Feierstein to explore the Union occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, and its significance in the early days of the American Civil War. Alexandria, Virginia was captured by Union forces on 24 May 1861, shortly after Virginia seceded. Its loca...

Send us Fan Mail Gettysburg Gods and Generals With (Ron Maxwell )The Story behind the Movies Part Two Gods and Generals. In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast host Daz was joined by film director Ron Maxwell to discuss the movies Gettysburg and Gods and Generals Gods and Generals (2003), directed by Ron Maxwell, is the prequel to Gettysburg and is based on Jeff Shaara’s novel of the same name. The film focuses on the early years of the American Civil War, particula...

Send us Fan Mail Gettysburg Gods and Generals With ( Ron Maxwell ) The Story behind the Movies Part One Gettysburg In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast host Daz was joined by film director Ron Maxwell to discuss the movies Gettysburg and Gods and Generals Gettysburg (1993) is more than a Civil War movie—it’s a passion project rooted in history. Based on Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel The Killer Angels, the film was brought to the screen ...

Send us Fan Mail Apollo Moon Landings: History's Biggest Hoax ? With (Bart Sibrel) In this episode of For the Passion of History, host Daz is joined by American filmmaker and author Bart Sibrel for a thought-provoking conversation about the Apollo moon landings. Bart Sibrel is an American filmmaker and author best known for his long-standing claim that the Apollo moon landings were hoaxed. He has created multiple documentaries and written books arguing that the U.S. government staged the mis...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Franklin & Spring Hill. Saving The Battlefield With ( Eric Jacobson ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian Author and Chief Operating Officer for the Battle of Franklin Trust to discuss the story behind saving the Franklin and Spring Hill Battlefields Eric A. Jacobson is one of the leading historians of the American Civil War and a driving force behind the successful reclamation of the Franklin bat...

Send us Fan Mail The Trent Affair With (Chris Lean) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by fellow reenactor Chris Lean to discuss the Trent Affair. The Trent Affair(1861) was a diplomatic crisis during the American Civil War between the United States and Great Britain. A U.S. Navy ship, the USS San Jacinto, stopped the British mail steamer RMS Trent and captured two Confederate envoys, James Mason and John Slidell, who were on their way to E...

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Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Agincourt With ( Mark Wheatcroft ) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by historian Mark Wheatcroft to discuss the Battle of Agincourt, which took place during the Hundred Years' War on October 25, 1415. The Battle of Agincourt was a significant English victory where a heavily outnumbered English army, led by King Henry V, defeated a larger French force. The battle is renowned for the effectiveness of the Engli...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Edgehill with ( Mark Turnbull ) On this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by author Mark Turnbull to discuss the Battle of Edgehill which was the first pitched battle of the English Civil Wars The Battle of Edgehill was fought near Edge Hill and Kineton in southern Warwickshire on Sunday, 23 October 1642. All attempts at constitutional compromise between King Charles and Parliament broke down early in 1642. Both the Kin...

Send us Fan Mail Abraham Lincoln's Counterfeiters with ( Andrea Nolen ) In this episode of the American Civil War & UK History Podcast, host Daz is joined by author Andrea Nolen to discuss her new book titled ( Lincoln’s Counterfeiters: The Wisconsin Gang that Funded the Union and Started the Chicago Mob ) The book tells the story of a secretive counterfeiting gang based in Monroe, Wisconsin, known as the Bonelatta Gang. Andrea explores how this gang played a surprisingly significant ro...

Send us Fan Mail The Lost John Ford Civil War Film With ( Jaime Cordova ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by Jaime Cordova to discuss The Scarlet Drop, a silent film directed by John Ford that was once thought to be lost." For several decades, just over 30 minutes of footage of the film was thought to have survived in the Getty Images Archive. In January 2024, academic film historian Jaime Córdova Ortega discovered a complete version in an ...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Chickamauga With ( Civil War Breakfast Club ) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by the hosts of The Civil War Breakfast Club Darin Weeks and Mary Fincher to discuss the Battle of Chickamauga The Battle of Chickamauga (September 19–20, 1863) was a major Civil War clash fought in northwestern Georgia between Union forces under Major General William Rosecrans and Confederate forces under General Braxton Bragg. It mar...

Send us Fan Mail The Last British American Civil War Veteran With (Gina Denham) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by a fellow co-founder of the Monuments for UK Veterans of the American Civil War Association to discuss the last British American Civil War veteran Samuel Lander Hough and his Friend Henry McGuinness. Samuel Lander Hough enlisted in the 2nd New Jersey Cavalry and participated in the Battle of Egypt Station, which took plac...

Send us Fan Mail Henry VII with ( Nathen Amin ) England's King's & Queens Podcast In this episode of the England's Kings and Queens Podcast, host Daz was joined by author and historian Nathen Amin to discuss Henry VII. Henry VII (28 January 1457 – 21 April 1509), also known as Henry Tudor, was King of England and Lord of Ireland from his seizure of the crown on 22 August 1485 until he died in 1509. He was the first monarch of the House of Tudor. Nathen Amin's Website 👇 https://n...

Send us Fan Mail The Road to VJ Day & The End of World War II With ( Chris Kolakowski & Tim Willging ) In this episode of the For the Passion of History Podcast, host Daz was joined by author and historian Chris Kolakowski and historian Tim Willging to discuss V-J Day and the road to the end of WWII. Victory over Japan Day (also known as V-J Day ) is the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, in effect bringing the war to an end. The term has been applied to both ...

Send us Fan Mail Ulysses S. Grant Episode 4 Grant’s Overland Route P1. ( The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast) In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, host Daz is joined by historians Dr. Nathan Provost and Tim Willging to discuss Ulysses S. Grant's move east and the start of the Overland Campaign. "If you enjoyed the latest episode, please subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes focusing on the life of Ulysses S. Grant. The Figures of t...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle Gettysburg Pickett's Charge With (Matt Atkinson) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History, host Daz is joined by a Park Ranger from Gettysburg National Military Park to discuss July 3rd at the Battle of Gettysburg and Pickett's Charge. Pickett's Charge was an infantry assault on July 3, 1863, during the Battle of Gettysburg. It was ordered by Confederate General Robert E. Lee as part of his plan to break through Union lines and achieve a decisive v...

Send us Fan Mail Albert Cashier With (Will Davis-Coleman & Patrick Courtney) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by Will Davis-Coleman and Patrick Courtney, the hosts of The Cloak and Dagger Podcast. Together, they discuss a Union soldier named Albert Cashier. Albert D. J. Cashier (December 25, 1843 – October 10, 1915), born Jennie Irene Hodgers, was an Irish-born American soldier who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War....

Send us Fan Mail Chalke History Festival with (Laura Bailey) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz is joined by Laura Bailey, the Joint Programme Director of the Chalke History Festival, to discuss all things Chalke The Chalke History Festival, which began in 2011 as a fundraiser for a local cricket club in Broad Chalke, near Salisbury, has grown to become the UK's largest history festival It was the brainchild of two individuals: James Holland, a clu...

Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Cold Harbor with (Dr. Nathan Provost) In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian Dr. Nathan Provost to discuss the Battle of Cold Harbor. Dr. Provost chose to focus his dissertation on the Battle of Cold Harbor, dedicating a significant amount of time to researching this battle and its associated data. The Battle of Cold Harbor was fought during the American Civil War near Mechanicsville, Virginia, from May...

Send us Fan Mail For The Passion of History Podcast History with Jackson With (Jackson Van Uden) In this episode of For The Passion of History Podcast Daz is Joined by historian and founder of (History with Jackson) Jackson Van Uden to discuss his love for history as well as the creation of (History with Jackson) which consists of a podcast website and social media pages. History with Jackson https://linktr.ee/HistorywithJackson ACW & UK History's Website. https://darrenscivilwa...

Send us Fan Mail Stonewall Jackson In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, I am joined by self-confessed Stonewall Jackson fan Chris Mackowski to discuss the life of Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson. Born on January 21, 1824, in Clarksburg, Virginia, Jackson graduated from West Point in 1846 and began his career in the artillery. He fought in the Mexican-American War, but in 1852, he resigned his military commission to accept a teaching position at t...