Discover the powerful story behind the Emancipation Proclamation — the historic document that forever changed the course of American history. Signed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, it declared freedom for enslaved people in Confederate-held territories and transformed the Civil War into a fight for liberty and equality.
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Behind The Battles | Henry Halleck
Henry Halleck was one of the Union’s top generals during the Civil War — a brilliant organizer and strategist known as “Old Brains.” Though often criticized for his caution, Halleck played a key role behind the scenes, shaping the Union Army’s structure and helping guide its path to victory.
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Behind The Battles | John Bell Hood
Discover the story of Confederate General John Bell Hood, one of the most daring and controversial commanders of the American Civil War. Known for his aggressive tactics and fearless fighting spirit, Hood rose quickly through the ranks, but his leadership came with heavy costs. From his service at Gettysburg and Chickamauga to his devastating campaigns in Atlanta and Franklin, Hood’s career is filled with both bold triumphs and tragic defeats. Learn about his life, legacy, and the lasting impact of his command during one of the most turbulent times in American history.
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Behind The Battles | John Reynolds
Major General John F. Reynolds was one of the Union Army’s most respected leaders in the Civil War. Born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, he served with distinction in the Mexican-American War before rising to prominence during campaigns like Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.At Gettysburg on July 1, 1863, Reynolds made the crucial decision to commit Union forces, securing the ground for what became the war’s turning point. He was killed early in the battle, but his leadership and sacrifice left a lasting legacy.Discover the life, career, and legacy of General John Reynolds—a soldier remembered for courage, duty, and devotion to his country.
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Behind The Battles | John C. Breckinridge
John C. Breckinridge was one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in American history. Born in Kentucky in 1821, he became the youngest Vice President of the United States at just 36. In 1860, he ran for president as the Southern Democratic candidate, but the nation soon fractured with Lincoln’s election and the Civil War. Breckinridge joined the Confederacy, rising to general and later serving as its last Secretary of War. After fleeing into exile, he eventually returned home to Kentucky, where he lived out his final years away from politics.
The bloodiest war on American soil. States vs. States. Brothers vs. Brothers. There were over 380 official battles in the Civil War and we are here to re-live every single one of them. We mix our blend of non PC, humor and fun banter to give you a Civil War podcast like you have never heard before! Welcome to Battles Of The American Civil War!
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