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Season 4
The Eve of Battle - June 30, 1863 (S4 E9): In this episode, the Battle of Gettysburg podcast visited the historic Cashtown Inn located in Cashtown, Pennsylvania to record a deep-dive look at the events and decisions of June 30, 1863, and the impact they will have on what will become the Battle of Gettysburg.
John Sedgwick and The Union Sixth Corps - Part Two (S4 E8): In this episode, we are once again joined by esteemed Civil War historian Dr. Carol Reardon as she discusses John Sedgwick and the Union Sixth Corps from their pursuit of Lee's army after Gettysburg to the death of Sedgwick on May 9, 1864. Part Two features a wide-ranging discussion of topics pertaining to Sedgwick and his troops, but also features a Dan Sickles Report not to be missed!
John Sedgwick and The Union Sixth Corps - Part One: In this episode, Eric and Jim are joined by esteemed Civil War historian Dr. Carol Reardon as she discusses John Sedgwick and the Union Sixth Corps in the Gettysburg Campaign. Part One covers the background of John Sedgwick, a discussion of the composition of the Sixth Corps during the campaign, and a detailed look at the critical, but often overlooked, role the corps will play on July 2 and 3.
The Gettysburg Bad History Episode - Part Two: In this episode, Eric and Jim continue their look at Bad Gettysburg History with a special focus on July 3 and beyond! Topics covered are Confederate Strategy on July 3, fighting around Culp's Hill, Pickett's Charge, East AND South Cavalry Field, and much more in this edition of The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast.
The Gettysburg Bad History Episode - Part One: In this episode, Eric and Jim tackle a beloved subject matter: Gettysburg's bad history! What makes "bad history?" What are some of the more egregious Gettysburg myths, misunderstandings, or outright misinterpretations that relate to the battle? Tune in as our co-hosts delve into the worst of Gettysburg history!
George Meade at Gettysburg - Part Two: Eric and Jim continue their conversation with Kent Masterson Brown about all things George Meade and Gettysburg. In this episode, they pick up on the morning of July 2 and continue to the end of the battle on July 3, with some discussion of the logistical challenges faced by the Army of the Potomac in the wake of their victory. And yes there is some talk about a certain Union general.
George Meade at Gettysburg - Part One: Eric and Jim have long wanted to do an episode (or two) on George Meade and who better to join them than the author of "Meade at Gettysburg" Kent Masterson Brown to discuss Meade's role in the Gettysburg Campaign. Part One begins with Meade taking command of the Army of the Potomac on June 28, 1863, and follows him through his arrival in Gettysburg early in the morning of July 2.
The Weather and The Battle of Gettysburg: What the weather was like during the Battle of Gettysburg? What impact did it have? How do we deal with differing accounts of the weather? If you have ever wondered questions such as these, then this is the episode for you! Historian and Licensed Guide Jim is joined by Super Fan Jody (filling in as co-host for Eric) as they interview (via Zoom) Jeff Harding, Licensed Battlefield Guide, and Dr. Jon Nese from Pennsylvania State University about the fascinating research they have done on the weather conditions during the Battle of Gettysburg.
James Longstreet at Gettysburg - Part Three: To kick off Season Four of The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast, historians and licensed guides Eric and Jim return to a familiar topic and continue their deep dive into James Longstreet and the Gettysburg Campaign. This episode will focus on Longstreet's role in the Confederate attack plan of July 2 and more importantly on the famous, or infamous, countermarch later that afternoon. The hosts will dissect this complex and often misunderstood aspect of the battle and its impact on the fighting of the second day at Gettysburg.
Season 3
The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast LIVE! Heel Draft: On May 1, 2021, Historians and Guides Eric and Jim were joined by groups of Super Fans for our first-ever live recording at GettysGear and this episode is a recording of that great night. Our topic that evening was the popular Battle of Gettysburg Heel Draft with Eric and Jim squaring off to see who can select the most nefarious and incompetent Gettysburg army possible! While we once did a draft of Gettysburg's best, now we want to draft the worst so tune in to find out if your least favorite Gettysburg figure made the cut!
Chambersburg and The Civil War - Part Two: In this episode of The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast, Historians and Licensed Battlefield Guides Eric and Jim are again joined by their friend and colleague Tracy Baer who will be discussing the fascinating history of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. While many students of the battle have heard of Chambersburg, it is often overshadowed by events just thirty miles to the east in Gettysburg. Tracy in Part Two details the role the town played in the 1863 Gettysburg Campaign and the tragic burning of Chambersburg by Confederate forces in 1864.
Chambersburg and The Civil War - Part One: In this episode of The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast, Historians and Licensed Battlefield Guides Eric and Jim are joined by their friend and colleague Tracy Baer who will be discussing the fascinating history of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. While many students of the battle have heard of Chambersburg, it is often overshadowed by events just thirty miles to the east in Gettysburg. Tracy in Part One details the settlement and early history of Chambersburg and the important role it will play in the Civil War up through 1862.
July 1 on Seminary Ridge: To commemorate the 158th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Gettysburg, historians and licensed guides Eric and Jim have gone high in the sky to record an episode from the iconic cupola of the Luthern Theological Seminary. They are joined by special guest Pete Miele, Executive Director of the Seminary Ridge Museum to discuss the critical moments around Seminary Ridge on July 1, 1863.
James Longstreet at Gettysburg - Part Two: In this episode, historians and licensed guides Eric and Jim continue their deep dive into James Longstreet and the Gettysburg Campaign. Part Two focuses on the period of Longstreet's service from January to July 1, 1863. The hosts analyze Longstreet in the Suffolk Campaign in the spring of 1863, his absence from Chancellorsville, the role he plays in the Confederate planning for and subsequent invasion of Pennsylvania. While often noted for his actions on July 2 and 3, the episode ends with a detailed look at Longstreet on July 1 and the impact it will have on the next two days of fighting.
James Longstreet at Gettysburg - Part One
Medical Care at Gettysburg - Part Two
Medical Care at Gettysburg - Part One
East Cavalry Field at Gettysburg - Part TwoWhat Was Sickles Thinking on July 2? - A Special Superbowl Half Time Event!
East Cavalry Field at Gettysburg - Part One
John Bachelder and Gettysburg... The Man, The Myth, The Papers! - Part Two
John Bachelder and Gettysburg... The Man, The Myth, The Papers! - Part One
Alfred Iverson at Gettysburg - Part Two
Alfred Iverson at Gettysburg - Part One
Season 2
The Battle of Gettysburg Fantasy Draft!
Culp's Hill at Gettysburg, July 2 - Part Two
Culp's Hill at Gettysburg, July 2 - Part One
The Union 11th Corps at Gettysburg and Beyond with Special Guest Licensed Battlefield Guide Stuart Dempsey
Robert E. Lee vs. George Pickett
The Union 11th Corps Before Gettysburg with Special Guest Licensed Battlefield Guide Stuart Dempsey
The Battle of Hunterstown - July 2, 1863
Dan Sickles GETS AWAY WITH MURDER! - Part Two
Dan Sickles GETS AWAY WITH MURDER! - Part One
Barlow's Knoll at Gettysburg - Part Two
Barlow's Knoll at Gettysburg - Part One
Season 1
The Myth of Little Round Top with Special Guest Licensed Battlefield Guide Garry Adelman
Gettysburg Books!! A Very Special Super Fan Choice Episode!
Johnson Pettigrew and the Gettysburg Campaign
The Killer Angels and Gettysburg "a.k.a. The Movie" - Part Two
The Killer Angels and Gettysburg "a.k.a. The Movie" - Part One
Lewis Armistead with Special Guest Licensed Battlefield Guide Wayne Motts
What was Lee Thinking? July 3, 1863
The Peach Orchard at Gettysburg - Part Two
The Peach Orchard at Gettysburg - Part One
"What If Jackson Were at Gettysburg?"
June 28, 1863 - A Critical Day
Why a Gettysburg Podcast?