Secession Debated: Robert Toombs & Alexander Stephens
The Civil War Files
Want to hear the concerns and motivations of prominent Southerners in the months leading to Fort Sumter? Come listen! Join Owen in listening to the secession speeches of Robert Toombs and Alexander Stephens.
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Sweet Home Malvern Hill
The Civil War Files
Let the campaigning season begin! Owen and Keith are back with a recap of the Peninsula Campaign, Seven Days Battles, Malvern Hill, and a spirited debated on the generalship of George B. McClellan and Robert E. Lee.
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Fleet Footed Virginians
The Civil War Files
Let's explore Virginia in the American Civil War! Join hosts Keith and Owen as they explore their state in our only civil war.
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Episode 3: Now Entering Secessia
The Civil War Files
Join hosts Owen and Keith as they talk about the secession crisis, its major events, and everything leading up to the bombardment of Fort Sumter.
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The Second Siege of Yorktown With Historian J. Michael Moore
The Civil War Files
Join historian, curator, and author J. Michael Moore and host Owen as they discuss the Second Siege of Yorktown during the American Civil War. What makes this episode even better? We are discussing the siege from the headquarters of General John B. Magruder!
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Episode 2: Dark Clouds Gather
The Civil War Files
What caused the American Civil War? A tough question that hosts Keith and Owen talk through in this episode. The hosts discuss the partisan divisions, political violence, and regional attitudes that all developed around one dividing issue: the expansion of slavery.
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Special Episode: The Life of Lieutenant Lalister White
The Civil War Files
Join host Owen as he details the life and service of his 3rd Great Uncle, Lalister White, a first lieutenant in the Army of Northern Virginia. In this episode, Owen pieces together a timeline using Lal's original letters and other soldiers' diaries from the same unit.
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Episode 1: Who We Are
The Civil War Files
Join hosts Owen and Keith as they discuss their interest in the American Civil War, family history, and future plans for the Picket Post Podcast.
info_outlineWant to hear the concerns and motivations of prominent Southerners in the months leading to Fort Sumter? Come listen! Join Owen in listening to the secession speeches of Robert Toombs and Alexander Stephens.