Boom Goes the History
Join us on a journey to the key battlegrounds of the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, unraveling the tales of valor, sacrifice, and pivotal moments that shaped the nation. We'll delve into some of the most significant chapters in American history, bringing the past to life with a unique blend of storytelling, expert analysis, and on-site exploration.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 82
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
62: Burnside Bridge at Antietam
In this stop of our tour of Antietam for the 162nd anniversary of the battle (in September, 2024), we are joined by Dennis Frye as we debate the action at Burnside Bridge from the Confederate (high g…
61: The Bloody Lane at Antietam
We were thrilled to be joined by Dennis Frye for our coverage of the 162nd Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. In this episode we focus on the "highlights" of the battlefield, detailing the bloodi…
60: Antietam's Dunker Church and West Woods
Chief Historian, Garry Adelman, and Dennis Frye were in Antietam for the 162nd Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. They focus on the highlights of the battlefield, detailing the bloodiest day in A…
59: The Cornfield and Epicenter, Antietam Battlefield Tour
We were thrilled to be joined by Dennis Frye for our coverage of the 162nd Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. In this episode we focus on the "highlights" of the battlefield, detailing the bloodi…
58: Battle of Nashville, Redoubt One
Confederate Gen. John Bell Hood began his Tennessee Campaign with lofty, if not impossible, aspirations: if he could take Nashville — the base of Union operations in the West — he could prolong the w…
57: Historic Fort Negley and Civil War Nashville
Join us at historic Fort Negley in Nashville, Tennessee, constructed by Union forces in late 1862 after the Confederate Army abandoned the city following the events at Forts Henry and Donelson. Find …
56: The Eastern Flank and Confederate Cemetery at Franklin
Explore more of the Franklin Battlefield, including a private Confederate Cemetery with Eric Jacobson from the Battle of Franklin Trust, Dr. Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War and Garry Adelman.
55: Trace Adkins Stands Where His Civil War Ancestor Fought at Franklin
While filming our Franklin 160 videos we had the pleasure of coming across country music star and proud preservationist Trace Adkins receiving a tour of where his ancestor fought with the 15th Missis…
54: Bullet Holes at Franklin's Carter House
In this video, Eric Jacobson and Joseph Ricci of the Battle of Franklin Trust tour the battlefield, including the famous Carter House with its preserved bullet hole wall. On this hallowed ground, 28,…
53: Spring Hill, The Prelude to Franklin
In November 1864, Confederate General John Bell Hood is looking for a counter to losing Atlanta to Union forces. He sets his eyes upon Central Tennessee to try and bring some strategic ground back to…
52: McFaddens Ford & Conclusion of Stones River
Chief Ranger Jim Lewis, Dr. Chris Mackowski and Garry Adelman wrap up our coverage of the Battle of Stones River (Murfreesboro). Stones River had the highest percentage of casualties in the Civil War…
51: Hell's Half Acre at Stones River
From 10 a.m. in the morning until sunset, General William B. Hazen and his men held the Union line at Stones River against four separate Confederate attacks. Chief Ranger Jim Lewis, Dr. Chris Mackows…
50: Confederate Assaults at Stones River
After much sacrifice in the Slaughter Pen, the Union receives reinforcements just in time for another Confederate assault. Chief Ranger Jim Lewis continues to detail the Battle of Stones River with G…
49: Slaughter Pen at Stones River
Dr. Chris Mackowski and Chief Ranger Jim Lewis detail the intense fighting in the Slaughter Pen at Stones River occurring on December 31, 1862. This is truly one of the most unique features of any Ci…
48: Opening The Battle of Stones River (Murfreesboro)
In the three days ending 1862 and beginning 1863, Union and Confederate forces clashed in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, resulting in the highest percentage of casualties for both sides of any major battle…
47: The Last Civil War Battle of 1862 -- Parkers Cross Roads
We are joined by special guest, former Deputy Speaker of the Tennessee House of Representative Steve McDaniel to detail this lesser known 370-acre battlefield park. Garry Adelman, Kristopher White an…
46: Interview with Susan Eisenhower
At the 2024 American Battlefield Trust Virtual Teachers Institute, Chris Mackowski sat down with Susan Eisenhower to discuss her grandfather's, President Dwight D. Eisenhower's, immense and lasting l…
45: Fallen Timbers: The Brief but Furious Close to Shiloh
After pushing the Confederate Army off the field at Shiloh, Ulysses S. Grant ordered Brig. Gen. William T. Sherman to move southwest towards Corinth to learn more about the condition of the Rebel Arm…
44: Along the Tennessee River
Located on the banks of the Tennessee River, Dill Branch served as crucial terrain for Ulysses S. Grant at the end of the first day's fighting at Shiloh. The Union's position on the high ground allow…
43: Shiloh's Iconic Locations
Over the course of the almost 160 years since the Battle of Shiloh, specific locations on the battlefield have become more popular than others. Dr. Timothy B. Smith (Tim Smith of the West) and Genera…