Stand Watie was the only Native American Confederate Brigadier General and the last of all Confederate Generals to surrender. From the Cherokee Nation to Civil War battlefields, his story mixes loyalty, rebellion, and survival in a divided America.

Philip Sheridan was one of the key figures who helped turn the tide of the American Civil War. Known for his relentless drive and signature cry of “Ride, Sheridan, ride!”, he played crucial roles in major campaigns like the Shenandoah Valley and Appomattox, where his cavalry cut off Lee’s final escape. But Sheridan’s story doesn’t end with the war. From Reconstruction to his controversial campaigns against Native American tribes, his legacy remains one of the most complex in American military history.

Brave, charming, and scandalous, Earl Van Dorn was one of the Civil War’s most daring commanders and one of its most controversial. From bold cavalry raids to the affair that led to his shocking death, this is the story of the man behind the legend.

Discover the powerful story behind the Emancipation Proclamation — the historic document that forever changed the course of American history. Signed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, it declared freedom for enslaved people in Confederate-held territories and transformed the Civil War into a fight for liberty and equality.

Henry Halleck was one of the Union’s top generals during the Civil War — a brilliant organizer and strategist known as “Old Brains.” Though often criticized for his caution, Halleck played a key role behind the scenes, shaping the Union Army’s structure and helping guide its path to victory.

Discover the story of Confederate General John Bell Hood, one of the most daring and controversial commanders of the American Civil War. Known for his aggressive tactics and fearless fighting spirit, Hood rose quickly through the ranks, but his leadership came with heavy costs. From his service at Gettysburg and Chickamauga to his devastating campaigns in Atlanta and Franklin, Hood’s career is filled with both bold triumphs and tragic defeats. Learn about his life, legacy, and the lasting impact of his command during one of the most turbulent times in American history.

Major General John F. Reynolds was one of the Union Army’s most respected leaders in the Civil War. Born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, he served with distinction in the Mexican-American War before rising to prominence during campaigns like Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.

At Gettysburg on July 1, 1863, Reynolds made the crucial decision to commit Union forces, securing the ground for what became the war’s turning point. He was killed early in the battle, but his leadership and sacrifice left a lasting legacy.

Discover the life, career, and legacy of General John Reynolds—a soldier remembered for courage, duty, and devotion to his country.

John C. Breckinridge was one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in American history. Born in Kentucky in 1821, he became the youngest Vice President of the United States at just 36. In 1860, he ran for president as the Southern Democratic candidate, but the nation soon fractured with Lincoln’s election and the Civil War. Breckinridge joined the Confederacy, rising to general and later serving as its last Secretary of War. After fleeing into exile, he eventually returned home to Kentucky, where he lived out his final years away from politics.

Winfield Scott was one of America’s most legendary generals, serving longer than any other in U.S. history. His career stretched from the War of 1812 through the Mexican-American War and into the Civil War. Known as “Old Fuss and Feathers,” Scott’s leadership, strategies, and influence shaped the U.S. Army for generations.

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Thomas C. Hindman was a Confederate general, politician, and fiery orator whose bold leadership made him both influential and controversial. From his rise in Arkansas politics to commanding troops in the Western Theater during the Civil War, Hindman’s career was marked by ambition, conflict, and controversy. His life came to a violent end, leaving behind a legacy as one of the Confederacy’s most aggressive—and divisive—figures.

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Discover the remarkable life of General George H. Thomas, the “Rock of Chickamauga.” From his Virginia roots to his rise as one of the Union’s most dependable commanders, Thomas stood firm in battle and in loyalty during the Civil War. Learn how his steady leadership, decisive victories, and unwavering dedication shaped history—yet left him one of the most underrated generals of his time.

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Jubal Early was a Confederate general known for his bold tactics and fiery personality. From Bull Run to Gettysburg and the Shenandoah Valley Campaign, he played a major role in the Civil War and earned the nickname “Lee’s Bad Old Man.” After the war, Early became a leading voice of the “Lost Cause” movement, shaping how the conflict was remembered for generations. We cover his life, career, and lasting legacy.

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Step back into the Civil War and uncover the story of Burnside’s North Carolina Expedition. In early 1862, Union General Ambrose Burnside led a bold amphibious campaign along the North Carolina coast, capturing key ports, forts, and towns. This expedition not only gave the Union control over vital waterways but also paved the way for future operations in the south.

We’ll explore the strategy, battles, and lasting impact of Burnside’s campaign, from the stormy naval landings to the hard-fought victories at Roanoke Island and New Bern.

If you’re a fan of Civil War history, military strategy, or forgotten campaigns that shaped America, this deep dive into Burnside’s expedition is for you.

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Daniel Sickles lived one of the wildest, most controversial lives of the Civil War era. From murdering his wife’s lover on the streets of Washington D.C.—and getting away with it—to nearly destroying the Union line at Gettysburg after defying orders, Sickles was never far from scandal or history. A Tammany Hall politician, diplomat, general, and schemer, his story is a mix of ambition, recklessness, and sheer audacity.

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She wore trousers in a world that demanded corsets. She performed battlefield surgeries when women weren’t even allowed to vote. And she became the only woman in U.S. history to receive the Medal of Honor. This is the incredible, untold story of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker—a Civil War surgeon, women's rights activist, and absolute icon of unapologetic rebellion.

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Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston was one of the Civil War's most complex and controversial commanders. Known for his cautious strategies, tense relationship with Jefferson Davis, and deep respect from both Union and Confederate leaders, Johnston’s legacy is anything but simple. From early battles to his dramatic surrender to Sherman, this episode explores the life, leadership, and lasting impact of a man who tried to outthink the war around him.

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Joshua Chamberlain was more than just the hero of Gettysburg—he was a war hero, four-term governor, college president, and the man who faced down an armed political mob in Maine. From battlefield bravery to political chaos, discover the full, wild story of one of America's most underrated legends.

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Braxton Bragg was a Confederate general known for his role in key Civil War battles like Perryville, Stones River, and Chickamauga. A West Point graduate and Mexican-American War veteran, Bragg’s career was marked by early success and later controversy, often clashing with his own officers. This video covers the highs and lows of one of the Civil War’s most debated commanders.

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William Starke Rosecrans was a brilliant Civil War general, inventor, and politician. Known for victories at Iuka, Corinth, and Stones River, he outmaneuvered Confederate forces in Tennessee before suffering a major defeat at Chickamauga. Clashing with Ulysses S. Grant and others, his military career ended in controversy. After the war, he served in politics and was elected to Congress from California. Discover the rise, fall, and legacy of this complex Union leader.

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As the United States expanded westward and the debate over slavery intensified, the Kansas Territory became the epicenter of a brutal ideological and political conflict. Known as Bleeding Kansas, this violent and chaotic period between 1854 and 1861 marked the nation’s descent toward civil war.

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