Way Back When

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.

Mike Guardia - Skybreak: The 58th Fighter Squadron in Desert Storm

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Military Monday Show features internationally acclaimed and award-winning historian and author Mike Guardia who discusses his new book, "Skybreak: The 58th Fighter Squadron in Desert Storm." The top MiG Killers of Operation Desert Storm.August 1990: Iraqi forces under the command of Saddam Hussein invaded the tiny emirate of Kuwait. Within hours, the Kuwaiti defenses collapsed under the onslaught of the Iraqi Army. In response, the US military led a coalition of thirty-four nations in what became known as Operation Desert Storm—a violent air and ground campaign to eject the Iraqis from Kuwait. At the tip of the spear were the men of the US Air Force’s 58th Fighter Squadron. Based on hours of interviews and archival research, "Skybreak" reveals an intimate, no-holds-barred account of modern aerial combat…as told by the men who lived it. More: https://mikeguardia.com/

Claire Bellerjeau and Tiffany Yecke Brooks: Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Claire Bellerjeau and Tiffany Yecke Brooks, co-authors of the book “Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth,” an amazing tale of spying and slavery during the Revolutionary War. The book is out now through Lyons Press. "Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution" is a fascinating historical narrative that takes place in the North during the 18th century and details the intertwining of two lives, a Revolutionary War spy, Robert Townsend and an enslaved woman, known only as Elizabeth or Liss.Robert Townsend, one of America’s first spies, is credited with being instrumental in the colonies’ victory in the Revolutionary War. Liss’ life travails, as laid out in this riveting creative nonfiction, coupled with her intelligence, beauty and prowess, position her as a new figure in the founding story of America. More: https://www.espionageandenslavement.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Stone - Springfield, Illinois is Abe-Mazing

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Way Back When history show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her experiences visiting historic Abraham Lincoln sites and attractions in Springfield, Illinois, including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Lincoln Depot, plus, the Illinois State Capitol building. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/springfield-is-abemazing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda Ballou and Pat Benedict Jurgens - Strong Women in the American West

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History show focuses on Strong Women in the American West, specifically in Colorado.FEATURED GUESTS- Linda Ballou author of "Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird." She takes you on a heady ride from the lush Hawaiian Islands to the majestic Rocky Mountains where she meets a mercurial mountain man. Info: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/- Pat Benedict Jurgens, author of the award-winning novel "Falling Forward: A Woman’s Journey West." This is the story of an ordinary woman who meets life’s unexpected turns with strength and resilience. Info: https://patjurgens.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.