Way Back When

Award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia discusses the military and political career of John C. Fremont (January 21, 1813 – July 13, 1890), who was American explorer, politician, and soldier. Known as “The Pathfinder”, he led five expeditions into the American West during the 1840s. Keep up with Mike Guardia: https://mikeguardia.com/Featured music is "Wheel of Destiny" by www.JamesSaundersMusician.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Judith Lissauer Cromwell talks with Big Blend Radio about her latest book “Good Queen Anne: Appraising the Life and Reign of the Last Stuart Monarch.” More at https://www.judithcromwell.com/Featured music is “Rise” by Nicki Kris. Thanks to JKS Communications for sponsoring this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glynn Burrows, family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours, discusses England’s royal family history and WWII. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/englands-royalty-on-the-frontline/Featured music is "Pour the Champagne" from the album "In Tandem" by www.JannKlose.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Julia Child to Russell Volckmann Mike Guardia, award-winning military historian and author, discusses war crimes and spies during World War II. https://mikeguardia.com/ Featured music is "Fortune Favors the Brave" by www.WalkAboutBand.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genealogist Holly T. Hansen, Founder of Family History Expos, shares tips on tracing your family roots through art, specifically art featuring marriage ceremonies. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/art-in-family-history-research/ Featured music is "Da Da Da" by The Madisons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Love Your Parks Tour family history story assigned by Holly at www.FamilyHistoryExpos.com. Hear Nancy & Lisa’s Big Blend Radio conversation with Bobby Hynson during their visit to Rapides Cemetery in Pineville, Louisiana. The cemetery was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 15, 1979, and is known to be the oldest burial ground in Rapides Parish. Follow the Love Your Parks Tour at www.LoveYourParksTour.com Featured music is "Beneath a Solemn Sky" by The Gunboat Diplomats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genealogist Holly T. Hansen - Founder of Family History Expos, and genealogist Ruby Coleman - President of the North Platte Genealogical Society, share how census is a key tool to successfully researching your family in the United States. A well-indexed census provides a quick and easy way to locate where your ancestors lived, when they lived there, and who lived with them or nearby. See Holly's article on Census, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-importance-of-census-research/Featured music is "Stepping Stones" by www.KimiaPMusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia talks about the accomplished military careers of General Sherman and General Grant, both who have Giant Sequoia Trees named in their honor. These magnificent trees are located in Kings Canyon & Sequoia National Parks, a destination on the Love Your Parks Tour. More at www.MikeGuardia.com and www.LoveYourParksTour.com Featured music is “Colors of the USA” by www.DoreenTaylorMusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.