(10-27-24) The Strange Death of Sgt. Phleger – Vietnam War Stories

What led to Sgt. Phelger’s strange death? This true story follows Team Rock Mat during the Vietnam War, featuring US Marines and an unexpected encounter with a deadly Bengal tiger.

  • 00:00 – Introduction
  • 04:08 – Sgt. Robert C. Phleger
  • 06:56 – Team Rock Mat and Razorback Ridge
  • 08:24 – Tiger Ambush
  • 17:03 – Sgt. Larkins
  • 20:51 – Event Analysis

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Kirkeby, Ken. “The Strange Death of Sergeant Phleger.” Sporting Classics. February, 2002. https://sportingclassicsdaily.com/the-strange-death-of-sergeant-phleger/

“London Marine Killed by Tiger.” NewsPapers. Accessed October 01, 2024. https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-circleville-herald-obituary-for-robe/48504566/?locale=en-US

Norton, B.H. Force Recon Diary, 1970. Ivy Books, New York. 1991.

Norton, B.H. “Norton, Bruce. US Marine Corps.” Transcript. Vietnam 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Commemoration. May 07, 2022. https://www.vietnamwar50th.com/assets/1/28/Norton_Bruce_Captions_Transcript.pdf

“The Animals: Bengal Tiger” Cougar Mountain Zoo. Zoological Society of Washington and Cougar Mountain Zoo, 2024. https://www.cougarmountainzoo.org/animals/bengal-tiger/

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(09-15-24) Is Call of Duty 2: Big Red One the BEST World War 2 FPS?

Is Call of Duty 2: Big Red One the best World War 2 FPS? We examine its intense gameplay, historical accuracy, and its portrayal of WWII battles. Perfect for fans of military history and Call of Duty, this deep dive will explore if it’s truly the top WWII shooter.

  • 00:00 – What makes a good WW2 game?
  • 03:02 – What makes Big Red One Special?
  • 04:16 – Your Squad
  • 11:56 – World War 2 Atmosphere
  • 14:52 – Historical Accuracy
  • 18:52 – Closing Review

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(08-25-24) The Last Full Measure – The BEST of Historical Fiction

Discover why Jeff Shaara’s ‘The Last Full Measure’ stands out as a masterpiece in historical fiction. In this review, we delve into its gripping narrative, well-researched history, and unforgettable characters. Perfect for fans of Civil War literature and epic storytelling. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the best historical novels!

00:00 – Jeff Shaara and Michael Shaara
12:12 – General Lee
16:12 – General Grant
21:47 – Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain
25:45 – Closing Review

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(08-11-24) Go Ape! Available in FULL!

Now featuring the full Go Ape podcast with Adam and Oliver in full! A deep dive, retrospective, and review of all five of the original Planet of the Apes movies ranging from 1968 to 1973!

  • 00:00 – Planet of the Apes Review
  • 01:07:25 – Beneath the Planet of the Apes Review
  • 02:02:27 – Escape from the Planet of the Apes Review
  • 02:51:23 – Conquest of the Planet of the Apes Review
  • 04:00:05 – Battle for the Planet of the Apes Review

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