• Why Wars Happened History Podcast

  • By: Emily Ross
  • Podcast

Why Wars Happened History Podcast

By: Emily Ross
  • Summary

  • Are you one of those people that's more interested in the politics and events leading up to history's wars rather than the wars themselves? Then this is the show for you.

    Welcome to Why Wars Happened, where we dive into the fascinating political intrigue behind history's biggest wars.

    I'm your host, Emily Ross. Each season, we focus on a different historical war and every Wednesday, we release a new episode, continuing the story of the people and events that led to the conflict.

    This isn't your normal history podcast. Forget, endless lists of dates, and names, and places. Here, we tell history like a story making Why Wars Happened. Perfect for both history buffs and newcomers to history.

    So, grab a drink, hold onto your butts, and tune in weekly to learn more about the causes of history's wars. Season one, the American Revolution is out now. You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever else you get your podcasts. See you there on Why Wars Happened.

    Check out our companion interview podcast - Why Wars Happened History Interview Podcast on:

    https://www.whywarshappened.com/

    or

    https://dashboard.rss.com/podcasts/why-wars-happened-history-interviews/

    PATREON: Help keep the channel ad-free and get access to other member benefits: patreon.com/WhyWarsHappenedHistoryPodcast

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Episodes
  • Governor Berkeley's Reign of Terror: The True End of Bacon’s Rebellion – Season 1 Episode 27
    Dec 18 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the aftermath of Bacon's death and the end of the rebellion! We see how his successor failed to lead the rebels, causing chaos and the eventual defeat by the governor's army.

    We delve into Berkeley's brutal tactics, from executions to seizing property and enacting laws to silence any dissent. The king gets involved, worried about the rebellion leading to more social chaos just after England is settling down from its own civil war. So, he sends his investigators to figure out what went wrong. Tensions spike between Berkeley and the king's men, setting the stage for more drama.

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    00:00 Recap of Bacon's Rebellion

    01:08 Governor Berkeley's Brutal Revenge

    01:25 King's Concerns and Actions

    04:47 Economic and Personal Losses

    06:51 Revenge and Retribution

    08:15 Assembly's New Orders

    10:46 King's Men Arrive

    12:25 Governor's Resistance

    13:42 Clash with King's Men

    14:17 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

    #AmericanRevolution #HistoryPodcast #TrueHistory #AmericanColonies #Rebellion #Virginia #BaconsRebellion #americanrevolution

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    15 mins
  • The End of Bacon's Rebellion: Governor Berkeley’s Brutal Revenge – Season 1 Episode 26
    Dec 11 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the aftermath of the showdown between Nathaniel Bacon and Governor Berkeley in Jamestown. We explore Bacon's brief triumph, his subsequent death, and the disintegration of his rebel army under John Ingram's leadership. As chaos reigns throughout the colony with looted farms and burned houses, Governor Berkeley unleashes a brutal crackdown on the rebels. His relentless pursuit of vengeance brings mass executions and severe retaliation. Berkeley's fury knows no bounds, even leading him to defy the King. Yet, amidst the bloodshed, this fierce rebellion leaves Virginians with a sense of power and resistance.

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    00:00 Recap of the Last Episode

    00:33 Bacon's Final Stand and Death

    01:00 John Ingram Takes Over

    01:42 Governor Berkeley's Brutal Retaliation

    02:37 The Capture and Execution of Rebel Leaders

    03:20 The Governor's Unyielding Vengeance

    05:01 The End of the Rebellion

    07:27 The Aftermath and New Charter

    11:51 Lessons Learned and Unlearned

    12:35 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

    #AmericanRevolution #Jamestown #ColonialAmerica #Rebellion #GovernorBerkeley #BaconRebellion #Podcast

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    13 mins
  • Bacon's Daring Tactics: The Siege of Jamestown – Season 1 Episode 25
    Dec 4 2024

    This episode dives into the intense moments of Bacon's Rebellion, covering the strategic moves and dramatic decisions of Nathaniel Bacon and his rebels. Despite being outnumbered, Bacon's clever tactics, including the shocking capture of key supporters' wives, lead to crucial victories. The rebels take control of Jamestown, but face new challenges, ultimately deciding to burn the town. As the rebellion progresses, Bacon's sudden death marks a turning point, leading to the eventual decline of the rebel forces. Don't miss the gripping details behind these historical events.

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    00:00 Introduction and Recap

    01:01 Bacon's Strategic Move

    01:26 The Siege of Jamestown

    04:01 Burning of Jamestown

    04:37 Bacon's Continued Campaign

    06:08 The Wealthy Turn Against Bacon

    07:25 Bacon's Final Stand

    10:11 The Rebellion's Downfall

    10:20 Bacon's Death and Aftermath

    11:58 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

    #BaconsRebellion #Jamestown #ColonialHistory #HistoryPodcast #americanrevolution #virginia

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    12 mins

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