Footnotes: A History Podcast
1) 18 - Theodore Roosevelt and the River of Doubt
Theodore Roosevelt had a driving personality known for conquering any room he was in. But after the disastrous 1912 election, he found himself in the political wilderness. In typical Roosevelt fashion...Show More
2) 17 - The Pullman Strike: A Failed Utopia
The Pullman Strike is a forgotten watershed moment in American history. A dreamer capitalist met his match when his employees struck. Though George Pullman emerged victorious, the event challenged its...Show More
3) 16 - Private Money and the Assault on Aubers Ridge
World War I had become infamous for life wasting. But few battles were as unsuccessful as they were forgotten. The assault on Aubers Ridge reveals the true slaughter of the Great War.  Sources: “A So...Show More
4) 15 - The Tale of Jack Sheppard; the Greatest Criminal of His Time
Jack Sheppard descended into the nasty world of 18th century London to become a man of infamous renown. Follow this tale of jail-break, corruption, and intrigue. The Road to Tyburn (Main Source). ISBN...Show More
5) 14 - The Life and Death of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc famously defeated the English, but the story of how she achieved it has been relegated to footnotes. It is a tale of mysterious circumstances, amazing luck, and a tragic end. Â Sources: Jo...Show More
6) 13 - The Murder Mystery of Duke Louis
Duke Louis: We get a rare glimpse into a tale of medieval royalty told through the eyes of a detective. Duke Louis of Orleans had everything he ever wanted: power, prestige, women. But with those come...Show More
7) 12 - Endurance in the Age of Exploration Pt. 2
Earnest Shackleton and his men have already endured tedium and hardship in their now-failed voyage in the Antarctic. Now they must brace themselves as the ice melts. What follows is a truly thrilling ...Show More
8) 11 - Endurance in the Age of Exploration Pt. 1
It was the swansong of the Age of Exploration. Antarctic explorers would soon become the last great interlopers of unknown lands. Sir Earnest Shackleton became the final champion of this golden age wi...Show More
9) 10 - The Black Prince
Medieval warfare was a grinding affair. Castles stood impregnable, sieges lasted months, and generals avoided direct fights. The Black Prince of England manages to achieve a sweeping victory through t...Show More
10) 09 - Revolution in Guatemala
How much reform is too much reform? Jacobo Arbenz rose to power in Guatemala with promises of a better life for his otherwise impoverished Banana Republic. His communist leanings become his undoing as...Show More