This episode detours from politics and discusses the Navy and Marine Corps during the start of the Quasi-war with France. We’ll review the construction of a couple of new frigates, weapons used, and take a look at USS Constellation and how she

A New Nation Divided

Jan 28th, 2020 26m 55s

We draw the curtain back on American politics towards the end of the 18th century. President John Adams is dealing with France attacking and seizing American commerce ships and the Federalists and Democratic-Republican parties are using the con

A Former Ally Becomes an Enemy

Jan 22nd, 2020 22m 22s

This episode introduces the first official war the United States fought as an independent nation. The Quasi-War was an undeclared war against one of our greatest allies during our fight for Independence, the French. We will take a look at our r

A New Independent Nation

Jan 16th, 2020 25m 8s

We'll tie a bow around Marines serving in the American Revolution and talk about the decision to disband the Continental Marines. We'll also get into some statistics about the war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The War Comes to an End

Jan 8th, 2020 21m 40s

This episode takes a look at the rarely talked about privateer and state Marines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And Then There Were Two

Oct 23rd, 2019 25m 3s

We take a look at the consequences the Penobscot Expedition had on Continental Marines and conclude with the two remaining detachments of Marines fighting in the American Revolution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Penobscot Expedition (Part 2)

Oct 14th, 2019 21m 57s

This episode takes a closer look at American military leaders’ actions that potentially cost lives and the loss of what should have been an easy win for the Continental military. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Penobscot Expedition (Part 1)

Sep 28th, 2019 25m 24s

We take a look at the beginning of the Penobscot Expedition, probably one of the worst naval disasters in American military history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The End of the Willing Expedition

Sep 13th, 2019 26m

During this episode, we dig a little deeper into the Willing expedition and discuss some of the hardships and challenges Willing and the Marines faced with the Spanish and the British. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information

The Marines Visit the Southern States

Aug 27th, 2019 21m 44s

The United States will lose multiple ships throughout 1778, two of which includes the Raleigh and the Alfred. The Marines would also be recruited for the Willing expedition and head to Mississippi to confront British loyalists. Hosted on Acast.

The Marines Recapture Fort Nassau

Aug 19th, 2019 25m 16s

The Marines travel back to the Bahamas for more supplies, but this time the locals won't be so passive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Adams Fights Alongside Marines

Aug 13th, 2019 25m 13s

During this episode, we take a look at Marines onboard the Boston. The ship was ordered to escort John Adams to France and replace Silas Deane as one of the American Commissioners. During their voyage, they would encounter a British vessel and

The French Pick An Alliance

Jul 30th, 2019 28m 30s

This week, we focus on the Commander of the Ranger, John Paul Jones. He is experiencing push back for his decisions and some of his Marines are feeling the brunt of it. We also learn about a raid conducted by Marines and Sailors on the Duke of

The British Capture Philadelphia (Part 2)

Jul 24th, 2019 24m 2s

This week, we take a look at the Continental Navy’s attempt to take back Philadelphia. We'll also explore the British attacks on Fort Billingsport, Fort Mifflin, and Fort Mercer. Towards the end of the episode, we take a trip across the pond an

The British Capture Philadelphia (Part 1)

Jul 17th, 2019 27m 32s

This week, the British advance on Philadelphia and General Washington could do little to stop them. We also discuss an 18th-century news story going viral about a Marine Lieutenant who threw a party onboard the Delaware and aMarine who was hate

The Marine You've Never Heard of and the Americans Surrender Their First Ship

Jul 9th, 2019 24m 30s

The Marines leave General Washington and go back to their roots. We take a look at one Marine you’ve probably never heard of before – Lieutenant John Trevett. Trevett played a role in the American Revolution and we’ll review his accomplishments

The Marines Help Out General Washington (Part 3)

Jul 2nd, 2019 29m 44s

This week focuses on Cadwalader, the Marines attached to his command, and the additional challenges they would face such as muddy tails, cold weather, and lack of food. We’ll also discuss the Battle of the Assunpink Creek, which one soldier des

The Marines Help Out General Washington (Part 2)

Jun 25th, 2019 21m 34s

During this week’s episode, we discuss the battle of Trenton. It was Christmas time and General Washington was guarding Philadelphia against British forces opposite of his men on the Delaware River. With a snowstorm, lack of intelligence, outnu

The Marines Help Out General Washington (Part 1)

Jun 18th, 2019 27m 8s

We take a look at the beginning of the Trenton Campaign and spend most of the episode digging into Samuel Nicholas and his new role, some Marines who were selected to lead on four of the newly built frigates and explore the life of Robert Mulla

The Reprisal Heads to Sea and Support from the French

Jun 11th, 2019 29m 17s

The Navy and Marines fight a few battles at sea, the Reprisal finally gets some action, and the Marines are assigned to the Continental Congresses new 13 ships built specifically for war. The Marine Committee also issued uniforms to Navy and Ma

The Marines and the Navy Defend the Delaware

Jun 4th, 2019 22m 14s

This week, American forces continue to prove themselves. We'll take a look at the Marines and the Navy defending the Delaware River from the British Royal Navy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Marines Go to the Bahamas (Part 2)

May 21st, 2019 22m

This week, we explore the Battle of Nassau and take a look at the first amphibious landing conducted by Marines. We focus on the decisions and strategy of Commodore Esek Hopkins, as he commands the Continental Navy, as well as Captain Samuel Ni

The Marines Go to the Bahamas (Part 1)

May 13th, 2019 22m 56s

This week, we expand on the last episode and dig further as the Navy and Marines get ready for their first real conflict between British and militiamen in the Bahamas. This episode focuses on the challenges faced by the Navy, decisions made by

The Marines Prepare for Action

May 6th, 2019 25m 14s

This week, we start to see some action. We discuss some of the first Marines to enlist in the Marine Corps and learn about their mission of recruiting Marines for war. We also take a look at the Naval Committee of Congress decision to develop a

The Colonies Go to War (Part 2)

Apr 29th, 2019 20m 58s

This week, we’ll take a look at General Gage’s escalating tension between the colonies, life in the British Army compared to life as a Patriot in the colonies, and the Second Continental Congress’s decision for a military. Hosted on Acast. See