Prime and Load!
Welcome to the Prime & Load Podcast!
This podcast is dedicated to exploring the pivotal wars, battles, strategies, and figures that shaped the 18th century. From the rise of powerful empires to the dramatic shifts in military tactics, we delve into the stories behind the soldiers, commanders, and innovations that altered the course of history. Whether you’re a military history buff or just curious about this transformative period, we’ll guide you through the battles, conflicts, and the evolution of warfare that defined an era.
Podcasting since 2025 • 5 episodes
Prime and Load!
Latest Episodes
The Battle of Lexington & Concord
The 250th Anniversary is here! On April 19th, 1775 American militia men faced off against British regulars and to mark the occasion we sat down with Park Rangers Jim Hollister and Jared Fuoss of Minute Man National Historical Park. Together we ...
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Episode 5
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A Beginner’s Guide to Eighteenth-Century Warfare Part II
Join us for the second part of our introduction to 18th century warfare! In this conversation we focus on the tactics and military leadership of the time. This episode helps set the groundwork for all the conversations we'll be having the futur...
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Episode 4
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The Irish Brigades
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, we focus on the service of Irish soldiers in foreign service. Dr. Andrew Bamford gives insight into his research about the French Irish Brigades, their lineage, combat history, and what brought them to France in t...
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Episode 3
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A Beginners Guide to 18th Century Warfare, Part 1
In this episode, we take some time to contextualize our time period. In part 1 we'll be exploring some of the social aspects of 18th century armies. Who are the men and officers? How are historic conflicts different from modern ones? How do the...
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Episode 2
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Welcome to the Podcast
Our premier episode! In this episode, we meet our hosts, Alex, Andrew, and Lee, and talk about the amazing time period we'll be focusing on. Whether you're a longtime military history buff or just getting into it, we're thrilled to have you wit...
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Episode 1
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