In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, we sit down with historian and author Scott Hartwig to explore the Battle of Antietam through the experiences of the men who fought there.

Rather than simply walking through the battle from a bird's-eye view, we focus on the individual soldier. Using...

The Battle of Antietam is often remembered for the Cornfield, the Sunken Road, and Burnside's Bridge, but some of the most brutal fighting of September 17, 1862, took place on the southern portion of the battlefield.

In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, we sit down with historian and au...

The Battle of Kennesaw Mountain marked one of the most dramatic moments of the Atlanta Campaign, as General William T. Sherman abandoned his usual flanking strategy and launched a rare frontal assault against General Joseph E. Johnston’s well-fortified Confederate line.

In this episode, I sit do...

In our latest episode, we chat with Will Eichler, a pioneer in Civil War productions, who shares how he transforms historical narratives into captivating visuals. From his childhood in a farming community to creating impactful documentaries, Will emphasizes the power of connection in understandin...

Welcome to another episode of the Distant Drums Podcast, where we journey through the intricate history of the American Civil War. In this post, we delve into the overlooked involvement of the U.S. Marines during the First Battle of Manassas, a pivotal moment in the Civil War. As the first major ...

In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, we are joined by acclaimed military history artist Mark Maritato. Known for his historically accurate Civil War paintings, Mark's artwork has appeared in museums, National Park Service exhibits, documentaries, and private collections around the world....

In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, noted military historian and firearms expert Phil Spaugy joins us to explore the tactics, weapons, and terrain of the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Best known for his expertise in Civil War weaponry and battlefield history, Spaugy brings decades of ha...

In April 1865, just days after Union victory, a conspiracy would shake the United States to its core. In this episode of The Distant Drums, historian Dave Taylor joins us to unravel the plot behind Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. From John Wilkes Booth to the lesser-known conspirators, we explor...

In this episode, we welcome back Author Benjamin Cwayna to talk about the negative stigma often associated with A.P. Hill and one of his division commanders Richard Anderson. Ben takes us on a deep dive into the Confederate attack on July 2nd, 1863 and what Longstreet's plan really was.

Author Benjamin Cwayna is back on the podcast and we are diving into an overlooked portion of the Fredericksburg battlefield. Ben takes us on a deep dive of the fighting that took place on the Confederate right flank. We also learn about some of the turmoil between General Stonewall Jackson and s...

As the Civil War tore the nation apart, Abraham and Mary Lincoln were experiencing a war of their own—the loss of their sons. This episode examines grief, marriage, and leadership as personal tragedy and a national crisis intersect.