Archive for 2023
Watch Presentation on the Black MOH Recipients of WWII
You can now watch my online presentation on the Black Medal of Honor recipients of World War II with the Friends of the National WWII Memorial based in Washington DC. Immortal Valor is the remarkable story of the seven African.
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nationalwwiimemorial,
WWII
Dec 16th 10A Friends of the National WWII Memorial Online Conference Series
Join me, Robert Child, on Saturday December 16th for a free live online conference on World War II with the Friends of the National WWII Memorial based in Washington DC. My talk will kick off the conference at 10AM, which is moderated by New York.
Catch my Interview on the Wereth 11 on the Renegade's Rant Podcast
I was very pleased to discuss my Wereth Eleven film with Patrick Martin the "Kentucky Renegade" at the Renegade's Rant Podcast. The show released November 23rd.On the program I discuss the story, which inspired my film and the co-written.
WWI British Soldier Who May Have Spared Hitler's Life
"The Fateful Encounter: Henry Tandey and Adolf Hitler"In the last year of World War I, during the bloody British capture of French village Marcoing and the German retreat an encounter occurred that remains a mystery still today. British soldier,.
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WWII
New Hamilton Weekly Podcast Series Begins November 1st
In a world torn by revolution, one man's relentless ambition will help forge a nation. This winter, embark on an epic 12-part journey through the tumultuous times of America's founding in our new weekly series “Hamilton at War” - the gripping audio drama.
New Short Documentary on Gettysburg - First Day of Battle
First person accounts are the living link we have to what occurred at Gettysburg. And although some of the accounts may be less than accurate due to the various authors seeing only their narrow view of the conflict and having limited information – they.
New Video: Joan of Arc's Unbreakable Faith
Step back in time to witness the extraordinary life of Joan of Arc, whose unwavering faith in divine guidance propelled her to challenge the status quo of war-torn France. This documentary explores the complex intersection of faith, leadership, and gender.
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faith
Top 5 Civil War Battle Blunders
Top 5 Civil War Battle Blunders. Throughout the conflict, both Union and Confederate commanders occasionally made grave errors that altered the course of the war. We rank the Top Five Battle Blunders of the American Civil War, from bad to worst. Can.
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American Civil War
In the Shadow of Angels: Joan of Arc's Unbreakable Faith
Explore the awe-inspiring journey of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl driven by celestial voices to lead her country against English forces in the Hundred Years' War. Witness her transformation from an unlikely heroine to a fearless warrior, as she inspires.
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Joan of Arc,
podcast
Brushstrokes of Belief: Michelangelo's Faith-Infused Artistry
Join us on a journey into the world of Michelangelo, the gifted painter who wielded his brushes with an unyielding faith in God. This episode of Stories of Faith and Courage explores how his steadfast belief transformed his creative struggles into powerful.
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podcast
Civil War Extreme: Best and Worst Confederate General
In the annals of military history, few conflicts have tested the limits of human endurance and conviction as the American Civil War. A nation torn asunder, brothers pitted against brothers, and ideals clashed on blood-soaked battlefields. In this recent.
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American Civil War
Lee's Lost Order Changed the Course of the War
Special Order 191 (series 1862), also known as the "Lost Dispatch" and the "Lost Order", was a general movement order issued by Confederate Army General Robert E. Lee on about September 9, 1862, during the Maryland Campaign of the American Civil War..
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American Civil War
Connection between the Shroud of Turin and the Knights Templar
In the heart of Europe lies a captivating mystery that has fascinated historians, theologians, and scientists for centuries. It is a tale that weaves together the enigmatic and courageous order of the Knights Templar and the venerated relic known as.
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shroud of turin
Our Select List of the Top 5 Least Known Civil War Battles
Check out our latest video where we journey through the lesser-known but utterly significant engagements of the Civil War, from early clashes that shaped strategies to pivotal moments that changed the course of history. From forgotten battles in the.
Debut of New Podcast Stories of Faith and Courage
I have decided to focus my podcast efforts on an area, which interests me a great deal, faith. And today I launched the new podcast, "Stories of Faith and Courage" with the debut episode on the Story of John Newton who wrote the hymn, Amazing Grace..
Special Ops: Season One Rogue Soldier A New Audio Thriller Series
Our New 8-Part Military Thriller Podcast Series launched Tuesday, July 25th. The first two episodes of the first season, Rogue Soldier have been released. The remaining six follow each week to finish up season one.LIsten on SPOTIFYListen.
Recent Episodes on TWA Flight 800, Apollo 11 and More
July 17th - Unanswered Questions: TWA Flight 800 - A Tragic Mystery. We commemorate the 27th anniversary of one of aviation's most tragic incidents - the downing of TWA Flight 800. This episode wades into the mystery and controversy surrounding.
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Point of the Spear
Decoding President Lincoln's Assassination: Inside His Final Hours
In this captivating episode, we delve into the tragic events that unfolded on the fateful night of April 14, 1865, when President Abraham Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theatre. Join us as we explore the gripping details of Lincoln's final hours, revealing.
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American Civil War
Fatal Encounter: Alexander Hamilton's Duel and it's Aftermath
Until Lin-Manuel Miranda’s smash Broadway musical, Hamilton, the youngest of America’s founding fathers, had been better known for the way he met his demise - a duel with despised arch rival Aaron Burr. It has become the most famous duel in American.
From Slavery to Heroism: The Extraordinary Journey of William Carney
Against the backdrop of the Civil War, Carney's journey from enslavement to becoming the first Black soldier to earn the Medal of Honor is nothing short of extraordinary. We explore the intense battle at Fort Wagner where Carney displayed exceptional.
Recent Interview on WW2-TV Discussing My Book Immortal Valor
Privileged to be a second-time guest on WW2-TV this past week the superb history channel on Youtube. Check out my discussion with Paul Woodadge on my book Immortal Valor, now out in paperback.
The remarkable story of the seven African American.
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War and Military,
WWII
D-Day Training Fiasco Operation Tiger
Click over to our Youtube channel as we delve into the harrowing events of Operation Tiger, a tragic D-Day training exercise that took place on April 28, 1944. In this captivating video, we uncover the little-known details surrounding this disastrous.
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War and Military,
WWII
Two NEW Point of the Spear YouTube Originals
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Over the last eight months or so I have been adding much more video content to our Point of the Spear channel on YouTube. The response has been very positive with increased subscribers and more watch hours. Check out two new video releases below.
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War and Military,
youtube
The Four Chaplains: Heroes of the U.S.S. Dorchester
Introduction:In the annals of history, there are tales of extraordinary bravery that transcend time and leave an indelible mark on the collective conscience. The story of the four chaplains who perished on the US.S. Dorchester in February 1943 is one.
Elijah and George Feature Film Trailer Officially Released
The feature film trailer I directed last month was officially released earlier today and I'm very pleased to share it. Elijah and George follows the Adventures of a farm-boy and his faithful dog during the American Revolutionary War from Valley Forge.
Remembering Ruben Rivers This Memorial Day
In May 1993 The U.S. Department of Defense commissioned a study at Shaw University (Raleigh, NC) to determine why no black World War II service members had received the Medal of Honor. Lead researcher, Professor Daniel Gibran, was further tasked to develop.
Immortal Valor - Army Historical Foundation Distinguished Writing Awards Finalist
Big news. My book, Immortal Valor: The Black Medal of Honor Recipients of World War II, which is coming out in paperback in June, has been selected as a finalist for the 2022 Army Historical Foundation Distinguished Writing Awards. I'm honored and humbled.
Directing a Revolutionary War Film on Location in Virginia
This past weekend I had the pleasure of directing the Feature Trailer for a Revolutionary War film, Elijah and George. I had written the screenplay five years ago, and I wanted to share some video taken by a crew member on their phone. This is my.
'The Chosen' Phenomenon
It is so remarkably refreshing to see a series like The Chosen produced that audiences have demonstrated that they actually want to watch. The series, now in its third season, began as the largest crowd-funded television series in history, raising over.
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Film,
The Chosen
