American Ride
Season 3
Join Stan on a ride through the history of the American Civil War,
Mr. Lincoln's War
Host Stan Ellsworth shares the stories that shape Abraham Lincoln’s character and political career.
The Fires of Secession
The First Battle of Bull Run illustrates how lengthy and difficult the Civil War will be.
From the Jaws of Victory (They Snatched Defeat)
Armored battleships prove to be valuable weapons in nautical warfare during the Civil War.
The Cost of Freedom
As new artillery hits the scene, the Union army faces defeat at the Battle of Second Manassas.
Changing of the Guard: Lee and Grant
Learn about the genius of General Robert E. Lee and discover more about General Grant.
Gettysburg
The strategies of each side at the Battle of Gettysburg changes the course of the war.
Price of Honor
Stan shares the story of the 54th Massachusetts, the all-black infantry that attacked Fort Wagner.
March to the Sea
General Sherman advances his troops towards Savannah and destroys the Confederate economy.
On to Richmond
General Grant and General Lee face-off in a series of battles during the Overland Campaign of 1864.
Lost Cause
After a devastating failure, General Grant leads the Union Army to victory in Petersburg.
Brothers Again
Host Stan Ellsworth travels to Appomattox where General Lee surrenders to General Grant.
The Rest of the Story
Stan shares what happened to Civil War icons after the South’s surrender.
Legacy of Lincoln
Days after the Civil War ends, President Abraham Lincoln is assassinated by John Wilkes Booth.
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