Looking for a Friday night movie? A few weeks ago we interviewed the lead actors in a new movie about a Civil War General that many considered more brilliant than Grant…but most have never heard of. Check it out now on Amazon Prime.
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The First Civil War General to Defeat Grant | The Legend of Van Dorn movie interview!
This episode of Talk With History features an interview with screenwriter/lead actor Lee Wilson (as Confederate cavalry commander Earl Van Dorn) and actor David B. Meadows (as Nathan Bedford Forrest) about the feature film The Legend of Van Dorn, set in Middle Tennessee in spring 1863. They discuss how Wilson discovered Van Dorn through a Spring Hill play, Meadows’ initial reservations about portraying the polarizing Forrest, and the production’s emphasis on authenticity through filming at historic sites and battlefields. The film premieres August 21 on Amazon Prime and other platforms. Legend of Van Dorn
Sherman’s Civil War Headquarters Revealed! | Woodlawn Plantation
Join us for a tour of Woodlawn, a historic site that served as General Sherman’s headquarters during the Civil War. Explore its strategic role near Memphis, notable events, and figures like Sherman and Grant. Now an Airbnb and event venue, it offers a glimpse into history and ghostly stories.
The Hidden Tragedy of the Sultana: America’s Worst Maritime Disaster
Walk With History examines the little-known Sultana disaster, an overloaded riverboat explosion during the Civil War that caused immense loss of life. This episode features an interview with author Jerry Potter, discussing misconceptions and the historical significance of the tragedy, which remains one of America’s most forgotten maritime disasters.
360 Tour Inside the World’s Most Mysterious Tourist Attraction | Rock City
Rocky City is the most unique and magical tourist location that you don’t know about yet. Set atop Lookout Mountain at the border of Tennessee and Georgia, this “city of rocks” is more than what it seems. Join us for a quick tour of this one-of-a-kind location that has a history all its own. 📍Continue reading “360 Tour Inside the World’s Most Mysterious Tourist Attraction | Rock City”
Finding the First EVER Medal of Honor Recipients in Chattanooga National Cemetery
Join Walk with History at Chattanooga National Cemetery in Tennessee as we explore its rich legacy, established in 1867 to honor Civil War soldiers. Discover the cemetery’s notable Medal of Honor recipients, including the first awarded for the daring Great Locomotive Chase. Learn about Desmond Doss, the conscientious objector recognized for saving 75 lives inContinue reading “Finding the First EVER Medal of Honor Recipients in Chattanooga National Cemetery”
Discovering Chattanooga’s Civil War Battle Secrets
Trace the steps of generals over blood-soaked soil and unravel Chattanooga’s buried Civil War mysteries. Join historian and veteran Jenn in this episode of Walk With History as she explores the Battle of Chickamauga and the battles for Chattanooga. Located on the Tennessee-Georgia border, these battles were crucial during the Civil War due to theContinue reading “Discovering Chattanooga’s Civil War Battle Secrets”
Historic Civil War Site | Battle of Nashville
Join us on an on-location journey at the historical site of the Battle of Nashville in Tennessee. Discover how this two-day battle in December 1864 effectively ended the Civil War in Tennessee, shattered the Confederate Army of Tennessee, and highlighted the strategic importance of Fort Negley. Uncover the challenges faced due to ice storms, delveContinue reading “Historic Civil War Site | Battle of Nashville”
Podcast Episode 124: Exploring the B-25 Mitchell’s Legacy and Innovation
On a crisp April morning in 1942, the USS Hornet set the stage for a historic and audacious military operation—the Doolittle Raid. This daring mission involved launching B-25 Mitchell bombers from an aircraft carrier, a feat never before accomplished. Scott and Jen delve into the intricacies of this operation and its strategic significance during WorldContinue reading “Podcast Episode 124: Exploring the B-25 Mitchell’s Legacy and Innovation”
Podcast Episode 123: Vicksburg Battlefield – Touring the KEY to the Civil War
Hosts Scott and Jenn dive deep into the significance of Vicksburg during the Civil War. They explore its strategic importance, the key battles leading up to the 47-day siege, and the broader historical context. From President Lincoln’s emphasis on Vicksburg as ‘the key’ to the Confederate defense strategies, the episode offers rich insights. The discussionContinue reading “Podcast Episode 123: Vicksburg Battlefield – Touring the KEY to the Civil War”