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AF-852: The Shot Heard in Philippi West Virginia | Ancestral Findings Podcast
Manage episode 398514168 series 1101622
In this episode, we'll delve into how a single mother's gunshot catalyzed the first major land battle of the American Civil War. Discover the sequence of events that led thousands of Union and Confederate troops to Philippi, Virginia. Uncover how Matilda Humphrey's solitary act wielded far-reaching implications. Join us in unpacking this often-overlooked yet pivotal moment in U.S. history.
Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-shot-heard-in-philippi
929 episodes
Manage episode 398514168 series 1101622
In this episode, we'll delve into how a single mother's gunshot catalyzed the first major land battle of the American Civil War. Discover the sequence of events that led thousands of Union and Confederate troops to Philippi, Virginia. Uncover how Matilda Humphrey's solitary act wielded far-reaching implications. Join us in unpacking this often-overlooked yet pivotal moment in U.S. history.
Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-shot-heard-in-philippi
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