Hey guys, welcome back to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast, where you learn about the causes of wars and things like, why did it happen? Was it inevitable? Who was involved?

Sometimes I go back hundreds of years just so we can understand what happened in our narrative episodes covering the long course of a war and the background of the war. And if you want to talk more about war, we also have authors, historians, war generals, royalty, actors, filmmakers, a whole bunch of people come on as guests and we talk about everything about before, during, and after war. So let’s go!

The Why Wars Happened History Podcast covers The American Revolution, World War I, World War II, Medieval Wars in England, The Habsburg Empire, The War in Iraq, Scottish wars, The War of the Roses, The Cuban Missile Crisis, The Cold War, The Thirty Years War, The Hundred Years War, The American Civil War, and many others.

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INTERVIEW: The Drama Behind the Declaration of Independence with Tom McMillan

In this episode of the Why Wars Happened History podcast, we sit with guest Tom McMillan, a historian and retired sports media veteran, to discuss the intricate details of the American Revolution and the pivotal moments and debates leading up to the Declaration of Independence in 1776. McMillan, the author of ‘The Year That Made America: From Rebellion to Independence, 1775-1776,’ provides fresh insights into the complexities and personalities that shaped America’s fight for freedom.

We cover the stories of founding fathers like John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and John Dickinson to gain a richer understanding of the era’s political and social dynamics. Tune in for a riveting discussion on history, politics, and the enduring legacy of the American Revolution.

00:00 Introduction to the Why Wars Happened History Podcast

00:48 Meet Today’s Guest: Tom McMillan

01:48 The American Revolution: A Deep Dive

02:59 The Declaration of Independence: Complexities and Controversies

06:31 The Role of Key Figures: Adams, Jefferson, and Dickinson

15:21 The Votes Leading to Independence

23:01 Researching History: Sources and Challenges

26:54 Historical Anecdotes and Connections

27:06 Richard Henry Lee’s Forgotten Legacy

29:54 The Role of Jefferson and Adams

39:08 Editing the Declaration of Independence

43:31 Upcoming Book Projects and Reflections

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