Ask A Gettysburg Guide #106 | Archer's Brigade | Charlie Fennell and Listener Matt McClanahan
Release Date: 04/21/2025
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Join us for this episode of Addressing Gettysburg, "Food and Nutrition at the Battle of Gettysburg" featuring Licensed Battlefield Guide Rich Kohr. ποΈ βοΈ Ever wonder how a massive army like the Army of the Potomac or the Army of Northern Virginia moved "on its stomach"? In 19th century warfare, the soldiers were not the only beings in need of proper food and water. The supplies, artillery, baggage, medical supplies, etc., couldn't go along with the army without horses and mules. Tons of food and provender were required on a daily basis. Sometimes, however, circumstances would...
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Dana Shoaf and Melissa Winn came into the studio to talk about the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and Civil War medicine in general. Check out the museum on your next trip to the area
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π This week on "Ask A Gettysburg Guide," we explore the actions that took place in and around Ziegler's Grove during the battle of Gettysburg. We will also cover the history of the property after the battle as the home of the Park Service's visitor center and the home of the cyclorama and, most fascinating of all, we will try to answer the question, for once and for all, "was Ziegler's Grove the 'Copse of Trees' that Pickett's Charge was really aiming for?" ποΈ Joining us tonight are LBG Charlie Fennell and staunch Patron, Matt McClanahan. π If youβre passionate about Civil War...
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NEW TO THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG? Listen to these episodes before watching: Watch all of our Gettysburg 162 Specials here: Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center's Codie Eash joins us to talk about 1st Lt. Aaron B. Jerome, Buford's signal officer, who just may be the man who single-handedly made sure John Buford remains in the memory of students of the battle of Gettysburg. This was a Patreon episode that our members got see enjoy months ago. Be an active participant in the AG community by becoming a Patron today. www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg #johnbuford #aaronbjerome...
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π **Gettysburg 162 TOWN HALL** π **July 3, 1863** ποΈ **Featuring: LBG Jim Hessler** π Recorded live at the Seminary Ridge Museum & Education Center Join us for a powerful and engaging **Addressing Gettysburg Town Hall**, where **YOU**βthe audienceβare the **star of the show**. π€π§ In this thought-provoking discussion, we explore the climactic **Third Day of the Battle of Gettysburg**, with insights and analysis from Licensed Battlefield Guide **Jim Hessler**, alongside passionate, informed commentary from the live audience. π£οΈ π₯ **Highlights include:** β’...
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π **Gettysburg 162 TOWN HALL** π **July 2, 1863** ποΈ **Featuring: Our audience and LBG Lewis Trott** π **Recorded live at the Seminary Ridge Museum & Education Center** Join us for a powerful and engaging **Addressing Gettysburg Town Hall**, where **YOU**βthe audienceβare the **star of the show**. π€ π§ In this thought-provoking discussion, we explore the bloody **Second Day of the Battle of Gettysburg**, with insights and analysis from Licensed Battlefield Guide **Lewis Trott**, alongside passionate, informed commentary from the live audience. π£οΈ π₯...
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Interview referred to with Jeff McCausland and Tom Vossler BATTLE TESTED! Gettysburg Leadership Lessons- With Authors Tom Vossler and Jeffrey McCausland π **Gettysburg 162 TOWN HALL** π **July 1, 1863** ποΈ **Featuring: LBG Jim Pangburn and Historian Codie Eash** π **Recorded live at the Seminary Ridge Museum & Education Center** Join us for a powerful and engaging **Addressing Gettysburg Town Hall**, where **YOU**βthe audienceβare the **star of the show**. π€π§ In this thought-provoking discussion, we explore the hectic **First Day of the Battle of Gettysburg**, with...
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Join us for this episode of Addressing Gettysburg, "14th Connecticut Repels Pickett's Charge" featuring Licensed Battlefield Guide Chris Army. ποΈ In the pivotal moments of Pickett's Charge on July 3, 1863, the 14th Connecticut Infantry Regiment played a vital role in defending Cemetery Ridge against the Confederate forces. βοΈ Commanded by Major Theodore G. Ellis, they fiercely engaged troops from the 13th Alabama, 14th Tennessee, and 26th North Carolina Infantry Regiments. Their bravery resulted in the capture of the colors of both the 1st and 14th Tennessee Infantry, and they faced...
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π This week on "Ask A Gettysburg Guide," we dive-deep into a fascinating question: Did Major General Daniel Sickles' controversial move to the Emmitsburg Road line at Gettysburg stem from his experience at Chancellorsville? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Licensed Battlefield Guide Jim Hessler as we unpack this common belief! ποΈ Many historians suggest that Sickles's decision to advance and capture the Peach Orchard was influenced by his hard lesson learned at Hazel Grove during the Battle of Chancellorsville. After holding this key artillery position, he was ordered to...
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**"Ask A Gettysburg Guide 108: THE LOUISIANA TIGERS with LBG Mike Rupert"** π₯ Join us in this LIVE episode of "Ask A Gettysburg Guide" as we dive into the legendary Louisiana Tigers, a unit that made a significant impact during the Civil War! ποΈ In 1863, during the Gettysburg Campaign, Hays's Brigade distinguished itself with a pivotal win at the Second Battle of Winchester, where they captured a crucial fort and forced Union General Robert H. Milroy's troops to retreat. As they advanced into southern Pennsylvania, many locals expressed fears of the notorious reputation of these...
info_outlineπ **Episode 106: Ask A Gettysburg Guide - Archer's Brigade** π Join us in this exciting episode of Addressing Gettysburg as our fan-favorite Licensed Battlefield Guide, Charlie Fennell, teams up with our dedicated Patron, Matt McClanahan! π In this installment, we discuss key facts about this brigade, including its formation, engagement in the battle, and its significance within the grand narrative of Gettysburg. ποΈπ Whether youβre a Civil War buff or just curious about history, this episode is packed with insights that you wonβt want to miss! π Donβt forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more captivating content on the Battle of Gettysburg and beyond! #Gettysburg #CivilWar #History #Archer'sBrigade #AddressingGettysburg #CharlieFennell #MattMcClanahan C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Hill's Corps Heth's Division Archer's Brigade 5th. Battalion and 13th. Alabama 1st. 7th. 14th. Tennessee Infantry π
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