Rick Wilson's the Enemies List Nerding Out on Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis
Podcast Episode | 42 min

Rick Wilson's the Enemies List

Nerding Out on Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis

Podcast Episode | 42 min

In case you didn't know, Rick is a history buff, especially when it comes to American presidents. Rick sits down with acclaimed historian and biographer Nigel Hamilton to discuss his upcoming book, Lincoln vs. Davis: The War of the ...See moreIn case you didn't know, Rick is a history buff, especially when it comes to American presidents. Rick sits down with acclaimed historian and biographer Nigel Hamilton to discuss his upcoming book, Lincoln vs. Davis: The War of the Presidents. Together, they explore the contrasting leadership styles of Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis during the American Civil War, examining how each president's psychology, military background, and decisions shaped the course of the conflict. Hamilton dives into Lincoln's struggles with his generals, the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation, and Davis's strategic mindset. The conversation offers a deeper understanding of two pivotal figures in American history. See less