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 battle of the conflict, it set the stage for the struggles and sacrifices that would follow. Today, we are joined by Harry Smelzer, an expert in Civil War history and the host of Bull Runnings, a dedicated platform for primary resources related to the first battle of Bull Run.