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However, his romanticized view of soldiering quickly shattered at the Battle of Shiloh, where he witnessed the brutal realities of war for the first time. His vivid and personal narrative captures the chaos of battle I distinctly remember my first shot at Shiloh... The fronts of both lines were shrouded in smoke... Suddenly, someone called to me from behind, Stillwell! Shoot! Shoot! Why dont you shoot? This compelling coming-of-age story, penned later in life at the encouragement of his youngest son‚Äîwhen Stillwell had become a lawyer, judge, and Kansas legislator‚Äîblends graphic details from his wartime diary and letters with the reflections of a thoughtful man recalling those harrowing times, making it an engaging read for Civil War enthusiasts and autobiography lovers alike.<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6714055/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>History</category><copyright>Copyright Biographies 2.0</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b7134c8aa6a93dadbce6e963e004ce7d.jpg</url><title>Story of a Common Soldier of Army Life in the Civil War</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/story-of-a-common-soldier-of-army-life-in-the-civil-war--6714055</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:05:51 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Leander Stillwell</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Public Domain Books</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker11@adfreesounds.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b7134c8aa6a93dadbce6e963e004ce7d.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>At just 18 years old, Leander Stillwell was a farm boy from Illinois, living a simple life in a log cabin when the U.S. Civil War erupted. 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Why dont you shoot? This compelling coming-of-age story, penned later in life at the encouragement of his youngest son‚Äîwhen Stillwell had become a lawyer, judge, and Kansas legislator‚Äîblends graphic details from his wartime diary and letters with the reflections of a thoughtful man recalling those harrowing times, making it an engaging read for Civil War enthusiasts and autobiography lovers alike.<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="History"/><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Science"><itunes:category text="Social Sciences"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>b29d519b-4172-5a81-883f-779049c4bccc</podcast:guid><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Rise of the Macedonian Empire-Arthur M. 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Engaging and thought-provoking, this work invites reflection on the lessons of history and their relevance to contemporary life.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75386384</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:00:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75386384/rise_of_the_macedonian_empire_arthur_m_curteis.mp3" length="219956493" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Leander Stillwell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Rise of the Macedonian Empire" by Arthur M. Curteis delves into the remarkable ascent of one of history's most influential empires, exploring the strategies, leadership, and cultural impacts that defined its era. This audiobook offers listeners a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Rise of the Macedonian Empire" by Arthur M. 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Engaging and thought-provoking, this work invites reflection on the lessons of history and their relevance to contemporary life.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>27467</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b7134c8aa6a93dadbce6e963e004ce7d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Buffalo Bill from Prairie to Palace-John M. Burke</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/buffalo-bill-from-prairie-to-palace-john-m-burke--75379804</link><description><![CDATA["Buffalo Bill from Prairie to Palace" by John M. Burke offers a captivating glimpse into the life of one of America's most iconic figures, Buffalo Bill Cody. This audiobook chronicles his remarkable journey from humble beginnings on the prairie to becoming a celebrated showman and symbol of the Wild West. 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Muir's passion for the environment and his journey from boyhood to adulthood serve as a reminder of the importance of nurturing our relationship with nature, making this work both enduring and relevant in our contemporary discussions about conservation and appreciation of the earth.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75373976</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75373976/story_of_my_boyhood_and_youth_john_muir.mp3" length="156496018" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Leander Stillwell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Story of My Boyhood and Youth" by John Muir offers a captivating glimpse into the formative years of one of America's most revered naturalists. 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The story's enduring appeal lies in its relatable characters and the universal experiences of navigating relationships and social expectations. 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Why dont you shoot? 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Why dont you shoot? 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Why dont you shoot? 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Why dont you shoot? 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This compelling coming-of-age story, penned later in life at the encouragement of his youngest son‚Äîwhen Stillwell had become a lawyer, judge, and Kansas legislator‚Äîblends graphic details from his wartime diary and letters with the reflections of a thoughtful man recalling those harrowing times, making it an engaging read for Civil War enthusiasts and autobiography lovers alike.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67433940</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:44:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67433940/01_story_of_a_common_soldier_of_army_life_in_the_civil_war_by_leander_stillwell.mp3" length="2464935" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Leander Stillwell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>At just 18 years old, Leander Stillwell was a farm boy from Illinois, living a simple life in a log cabin when the U.S. Civil War erupted. 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Why dont you shoot? This compelling coming-of-age story, penned later in life at the encouragement of his youngest son‚Äîwhen Stillwell had become a lawyer, judge, and Kansas legislator‚Äîblends graphic details from his wartime diary and letters with the reflections of a thoughtful man recalling those harrowing times, making it an engaging read for Civil War enthusiasts and autobiography lovers alike.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>309</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>autobiography,battle,bravery,civil war,duty,history,memoir,narrative,reflection,soldier</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b7134c8aa6a93dadbce6e963e004ce7d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
