Way Back When

The Road We Took - Four Days in Germany 1933

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday Books & Authors show with Books Forward features debut author Cathy A. Lewis. Hear about her historical fiction novel “The Road We Took: Four Days in Germany 1933” that looks into Hitler’s deadly plans nine years before the start of World War II and the Holocaust. The book comes out 0n Feb 15, 2022. https://www.cathyalewis.com.More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Guardia - President Eisenhower’s Military Career

Focusing on military career and presidential legacy of Dwight David "Ike" Eisenhower, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. Along with many other books such as "American Armor in the Pacific," Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman. More at https://mikeguardia.com/ Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mike-guardia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glynn Burrows - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows discusses the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the various changes the world has experienced during her 70-year tenure. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/Glynn Burrows is a family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Guardia - World War Two to Afghanistan

Focusing on World War II and warfare in Afghanistan, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. Along with many other books such as "American Armor in the Pacific" and "Foxbat Tales," Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman. More at https://mikeguardia.com/Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mike-guardia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Mike Guardia - Danger Forward

Combat leadership in action. From Korea to Vietnam…from Nicaragua to the Iron Curtain.On this episode of Big Blend Radio we talk with Mike Guardia about his latest book, "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." Based on hours of interviews and archival research this biography recounts the life and legacy of a true visionary and forgotten hero of the latter 20th Century. Paul Gorman retired as a four-star General in 1985. More: https://www.amazon.com/Mike-Guardia/e/B004QTZVL4Mike Guardia is an award-winning author, military historian, and US Army veteran. Along with many other books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. Mike was recently named “Author of the Year” in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America. More: https://mikeguardia.com/Mike appears on Big Blend Radio's Military History Show every 1st Monday. Follow the shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa G. Samia and Liz Hokanson - Manassas National Battlefield Park

Focusing on the civil war history of Manassas National Battlefield Park, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History Show features poet-in-residence Lisa G. Samia and park ranger Liz Hokanson.Originally set aside as Bull Run Recreational Demonstration Area on November 14, 1936, Manassas National Battlefield Park became part of the National Park Service on May 10, 1940, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966. This historically significant park in Virginia preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles - the First Battle of Bull Run (First Battle of Manassas), and the Second Battle of Bull Run (Second Battle of Manassas). It's also where Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson acquired his nickname "Stonewall". More: http://lisasamia.com/ and https://www.nps.gov/mana/index.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Moss - A Visual History of Walking Sticks and Canes

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History show features Anthony Moss, a Rabologist and author of the newly released book, “A Visual History of Walking Sticks and Canes,” published by Rowman & Littlefield."A Visual History of Walking Sticks and Canes" is a comprehensive study of walking canes from around the world, dating from the distant past to the modern-day. The book presents a historical context on both practical and ceremonial usage. There are 898 full-color specially shot pictures showcasing the celebrated A&D Collection of canes, each with a history and story. More than just a mobility aid, the cane can be a weapon, indicate stature, denote high status, or be used as a fashion accessory. More at https://antiquecanes.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lorenzo Vigil - Fort Union National Monument

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Park Superintendent Lorenzo Vigil discusses Fort Union National Monument’s rich cultural and military history, as well as the visitor experience. Located in northern New Mexico, Fort Union was the largest frontier military post and supply center of the southwest. It also was the hub of commerce, national defense, and migration at the final stretch of the Santa Fe Trail. More: https://www.nps.gov/foun/index.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.