American Stories with Rebecca Price Janney

Classic and contemporary stories from historian and award-winning author Dr. Rebecca Price Janney will inspire and encourage

The Story of Father Emil Kapaun - Korean War Hero

Father Kapaun is only one of five Army chaplains to have received the Medal of Honor and is a candidate for sainthood

04-17
13:29

1776 - America's Worst Year?!

How could this revered year also be its worst?

07-05
10:55

Edmonia Lewis - Acclaimed American Sculptor

Edmonia Lewis's depictions of American literature and history earned her widespread acclaim in the 19th century

05-16
05:34

Good Morning Vietnam!

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, this podcast salutes Sgt. Adrian Cronaur and all those who served.

03-21
05:49

Tootsie Rolls Saved the Day

During a brutal Korean War battle, a beloved American candy came to the rescue.

02-24
03:28

"Casablanca " - Its True Story and Legacy

Most of the actors in this iconic movie played their parts from first-hand experience

01-12
08:55

"I Heard the Bells"

Hear the touching story behind one of America's best-loved Christmas songs

12-15
06:05

Operation Market Garden

Today, Dutch families continue to honor "their" soldiers

11-16
05:48

Patriotism in Her Purse

Learn the surprising role the cosmetic industry played in World War II

10-12
04:44

A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

The Rev. Dr. Billy Graham recounted his long friendship with Her Majesty, in his autobiography

09-12
06:00

First Men, First Meal on the Moon

Buzz Aldrin of Apollo 11 had a most unusual first meal after landing on the moon's surface in July 1969

07-08
06:55

Declaring Independence - July 1776

The people hear and respond to the Declaration of Independence

06-29
03:58

The Boys of Pointe du Hoc - President Ronald Reagan's D-Day Speech

On the 40th anniversary of D-Day, Ronald Reagan gave one of his most memorable speeches.

06-05
09:52

In Flanders Fields Poppies Blow

Listen to the story of Memorial Day's association with red poppies

05-24
04:38

A Truly Remarkable Woman - the Life of Edith Nourse Rogers, Champion of Veterans

She gave her life serving the needs of American veterans

05-12
06:40

A Breathtaking Piece of Folly

A story of William Seward, a man wing to endure his critics for a greater goal

03-31
04:33

Great Words from a Quiet President

President "Silent Cal" Coolidge gave one of American history's most inspiring speeches.

03-17
07:07

What Made Him Do It? A 91 year-old Revolutionary War Veteran Tells Why He Put it All On the Line

A 91 year-old Revolutionary War Soldier tells a young man what made him take up arms against the British in 1775.

03-03
03:08

Abraham Lincoln's Soft Spot for Soldiers

The President showed a tender side of his personality when it came to soldiers, on both sides

02-24
05:09

Eleanor White, Ananias Dare and the Lost Colony

This 16th family impacted early American history

02-17
08:33

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