(05-25-25) THE BOSTON MASSACRE: Moment by Moment

May 25, 2025May 25, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

The story of the Boston Massacre broken down moment by moment! The events of March 5th, 1770, and the path to the American Revolution.

00:00 – Introduction
00:50 – Boston & The Revolution
03:13 – March 05, 1770
05:12 – The Boston Massacre
13:45 – Impact of the Massacre

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Recommended Playlist: History

Bibliography

“Charge Bayonets!” 18th Century Living History, John Lambtons 68th Foot, October 17, 2011, https://lambtons.wordpress.com/2011/10/18/charge-bayonets/
Gifford, James, “Other Boston Massacre Trial Depositions.” Testimonial, Boston, MA, 1770, http://www.bostonmassacre.net/trial/d-more.htm
Knox, Henry, “Other Boston Massacre Trial Depositions.” Testimonial, Boston, MA, 1770, http://www.bostonmassacre.net/trial/d-more.htm
Morton, Diman, “Other Boston Massacre Trial Depositions.” Testimonial, Boston, MA, 1770, http://www.bostonmassacre.net/trial/d-more.htm
Preston, Thomas, “Captain Thomas Preston’s Account of the Boston Massacre.” Testimonial, Boston, MA, 1770, http://www.bostonmassacre.net/trial/acct-preston1.htm
Prince, Newton, “Other Boston Massacre Trial Depositions.” Testimonial, Boston, MA, 1770, http://www.bostonmassacre.net/trial/d-more.htm

(04-27-25) How Britain TRICKED The Zulus into War – THE ANGLO-ZULU WAR

April 28, 2025April 27, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

Rising tensions between South African colonies and the Zulu Kingdom erupt into war, fueled by British political ambitions and border incidents, reshaping South Africa’s future through conflict, conquest, and cultural survival.

00:00 – Intorduction
01:28 – Army Mobilizes
12:10 – The Ultimatum
18:41 – Zulu Mobilization
34:04 – The First Invasion
37:50 – First Fruits Ceremony

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Recommended Playlist: History

Music: Filmstro | Music is for everyone | https://filmstro.com/royalty-free-music/

Bibliography

Barthorp, Michael. The Zulu War: Isandlwana to Ulundi. Cassell Publish, London. 2002. https://archive.org/details/zuluwarisandhlwa0000bart
Cope, RL. Ploughshare of War: The Origins of the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. University of Natal Press, Pietermaritzburg. 1999. https://archive.org/details/ploughshareofwar0000cope/mode/1up
Edgerton, Roberts B. Like Lions They Fought: The Zulu War and the Last Black Empire in South Africa. Weidenfeld and Nicolson Publishing, London. 1988. https://archive.org/details/likelionstheyfou0000edge/mode/1up
Irvine, Louise. “Zulu Beer.” Weiner Museum of Decorative Arts. February 4, 2024. https://www.wmoda.com/zulu-beer/#:~:text=Home%2Dbrewed%20beer%20is%20vital,evoke%20and%20appease%20the%20ancestors
King Cetshwayo’s ‘Coronation’ on 1 September 1873. South Africa. National Army Museum. Accessed December 12, 2024. https://collection.nam.ac.uk/detail.php?acc=1980-07-79-72
Knight, Ian and Laband, John. Correspondents: The Anglo-Zulu War. Jonathan Ball Publishing, Johannesburg. 1996. https://archive.org/details/warcorrespondent0000john/mode/1up
Lock, Ron and Quantrill, Peter. Zulu Victory: The Epic of Isandlwana and the Cover-Up. Jonathan Ball Publishing, Johannesburg. 2005. https://archive.org/details/zuluvictoryepico0000ronl/mode/1up
Martineau, John. The Life and Correspondence of Sir Bartle Frere. John Murray Publishing, London. 1895. https://archive.org/details/lifecorresponden0000mart/
Morris, DR. The Washing of the Spears: A History of the Rise of the Zulu Nation Under Shaka and Its Fall in the Zulu War of 1879. Book Club Associates, London. 1972. https://archive.org/details/washingofspearsh0000drmo/mode/2up
Yorke, Edmund. Isandlwana 1879. Spellmount, The History Press. 2011. https://archive.org/details/isandlwana18790000york/mode/1up
Young, John. Brevet Colonel Anthony W. Durnford, Royal Engineers. Anglo-Zulu War Royal Research Trust. https://www.rorkesdriftvc.com/isandhlwana/durnford.htm

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!

March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

Introducing the

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This includes early access, members-only live streams, and members-only videos & shows! These shows are a work in progress, but soon content will be flooding in! There is much ANP hasn’t released that WILL now become available! MORE TO COME!

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(02-23-25) This Bear Stalked Two Men for Three Years! Old Groaner

February 23, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

Imagine being hunted by a grizzly bear for three years! This scary story tells the true tale of Old Groaner, a relentless predator responsible for terrifying bear attacks in the wild.

00:00 – Disappearance of Jess Sethington
04:46 – 1933 Cripple Creek, Alaska
09:34 – Sulphide Creek Bear Attack
12:42 – Unuk River Bear Attack
16:15 – Deformed Grizzly Bear
20:13 – Missing Person Case Solved
21:27 – Final Analysis

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On the road? Listen to the podcast version here!

Sources!

“Museum Midday: Old Groaner and Bruce Johnstone.” Ketchikan Museums. Dec 18, 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyZRnFvK2vE

Seerey-Lester, John, “Mystery of the Man-Killer.” Sporting Classics Daily. Mar 17, 2021. https://sportingclassicsdaily.com/mystery-man-killer/

Weingarten, Dean. “’Old Groaner’: Alaskan Myth about a Bear and Pistol Defense.” Ammoland Shooting Sports News. July 28, 2022. https://www.ammoland.com/2022/07/old-groaner-alaskan-myth-about-a-bear-and-pistol-defense/

Weingarten, Dean. “Alaskan Myth Old Groaner, Bears and Pistols Part II, the 1953 Re-Write.” Ammoland Shooting Sports News. August 1, 2022.https://www.ammoland.com/2022/08/alaskan-myth-old-groaner-bears-and-pistols-part-ii-the-1953-re-write/

Weingarten, Dean. “‘Old Groaner’: AK Bear Legend Part III, Changes to the Story Over Time.” Ammoland Shooting Sports News. August 4, 2022. https://www.ammoland.com/2022/08/old-groaner-ak-bear-legend-part-iii-changes-to-the-story-over-time/

Music: Filmstro | Music is for everyone | https://filmstro.com/royalty-free-music/

(02-16-25) NEW Terrifying Podcast is Now Available!

February 17, 2025February 16, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

The legend of Old Groaner is more than just a myth. This true story details the terrifying encounters with Alaska’s most infamous grizzly bear—one that refused to die. Sit back and listen!

Listen to the full podcast here!

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(01-26-25) Road to the Anglo-Zulu War Part 1 OUT NOW!

January 27, 2025January 26, 2025 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

How did British imperial ambitions and Zulu sovereignty collide? This documentary dissects the political, economic, and military pressures that set the stage for the devastating Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.

Welcome to Part 1 of a multi-part series breaking down the Anglo-Zulu War moment by moment. From political tensions to legendary battles, this multi-part documentary unravels the full story of the Anglo-Zulu War like never before.

00:00 – Introduction
04:55 – Border Incidents at Natal and Zululand
12:51 – Henry Bartle Frere
16:07 – Border Crisis Explained
23:11 – Colonialist Ambitions for South Africa
27:08 – Zulu Response of the British
33:06 – Coronation of King Cetshwayo
35:56 – Langalibalele’s Rebellion
39:51 – Battle of Bushman’s Pass, 1873
45:25 – Formation of the Natal Native Contingent

Bibliography

Barthorp, Michael. The Zulu War: Isandlwana to Ulundi. Cassell Publish, London. 2002. https://archive.org/details/zuluwarisandhlwa0000bart
Cope, RL. Ploughshare of War: The Origins of the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. University of Natal Press, Pietermaritzburg. 1999. https://archive.org/details/ploughshareofwar0000cope/mode/1up
Edgerton, Roberts B. Like Lions They Fought: The Zulu War and the Last Black Empire in South Africa. Weidenfeld and Nicolson Publishing, London. 1988. https://archive.org/details/likelionstheyfou0000edge/mode/1up
Irvine, Louise. “Zulu Beer.” Weiner Museum of Decorative Arts. February 4, 2024. https://www.wmoda.com/zulu-beer/#:~:text=Home%2Dbrewed%20beer%20is%20vital,evoke%20and%20appease%20the%20ancestors
King Cetshwayo’s ‘Coronation’ on 1 September 1873. South Africa. National Army Museum. Accessed December 12, 2024. https://collection.nam.ac.uk/detail.php?acc=1980-07-79-72
Knight, Ian and Laband, John. Correspondents: The Anglo-Zulu War. Jonathan Ball Publishing, Johannesburg. 1996. https://archive.org/details/warcorrespondent0000john/mode/1up
Lock, Ron and Quantrill, Peter. Zulu Victory: The Epic of Isandlwana and the Cover-Up. Jonathan Ball Publishing, Johannesburg. 2005. https://archive.org/details/zuluvictoryepico0000ronl/mode/1up
Martineau, John. The Life and Correspondence of Sir Bartle Frere. John Murray Publishing, London. 1895. https://archive.org/details/lifecorresponden0000mart/
Morris, DR. The Washing of the Spears: A History of the Rise of the Zulu Nation Under Shaka and Its Fall in the Zulu War of 1879. Book Club Associates, London. 1972. https://archive.org/details/washingofspearsh0000drmo/mode/2up
Yorke, Edmund. Isandlwana 1879. Spellmount, The History Press. 2011. https://archive.org/details/isandlwana18790000york/mode/1up
Young, John. Brevet Colonel Anthony W. Durnford, Royal Engineers. Anglo-Zulu War Royal Research Trust. https://www.rorkesdriftvc.com/isandhlwana/durnford.htm

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Want to learn more? Check out our moment by moment analysis of the Battle of Rorke’s Drift here!

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

October 29, 2024October 28, 2024 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

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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Also watch – This Bear Should Not Exist! The MacFarlane Bear, 1864

Sources:
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/

“Unfriendly Tiger Comes Up 2nd Best in Test with Marine,” News Paper Article. Tan Son Nhut Association, 1975. https://www.tsna.org/documents/53.pd

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

September 15, 2024September 14, 2024 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

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

August 25, 2024August 24, 2024 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

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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Recommended Playlist – HISTORY

(06-30-24) Germany Takes Czechoslovakia

June 30, 2024June 30, 2024 / adamnproductions / Leave a comment

March 14th, 1939, begins the next big gamble for Germany. Seizing the Sudetenland was not enough for Germany. Now, they wanted the whole thing. Here is the political story of the events leading to Germany’s conquest of Czechoslovakia.

00:00 – Introduction
00:28 – Czech Representatives to Berlin
02:29 – Emil Hacha meets in the Chancellery
07:00 – Invasion of Czechoslovakia

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Recommended Playlist – HISTORY

SOURCES

Keitel, Wilhelm. In the Service of the Reich. Stein and Day Publishing, New York, 1979.

Shirer, William L. The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. Crest Book Publishing, 1960. https://archive.org/details/risefallofthirdr0000will_g4y3/page/n7/mode/1up

Snyder, Louis L. Encyclopedia of the Third Reich. McGraw-Hill, Inc. 1976. https://archive.org/details/isbn_9780739423608/page/n7/mode/1up

“Triumph of Hitler.” The History Place. 2001. https://www.historyplace.com/worldwar2/triumph/tr-czech.htm