In today's episode, we examine Frederick's book Instructions to his Generals, one of his most influential works on military science. My Links: Online Version of the Book: https://archive.org/details/militaryinstruc00prusgoog Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https...
Mar 28, 2025•35 min•Ep. 53
In today's episode, we discuss the governing administration of Frederick the Great and the various ways he conducted his rule. You'll also learn of the shadowy figures behind the scenes that are not often told about when discussing his reign. My Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_g...
Feb 23, 2025•20 min•Ep. 52
At long last, I am back! Today's episode is a summary of the War of Austrian Succession. The main focus is on the fronts in what is today Belgium and Italy. However, we will touch up on the fighting that took place around the globe. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podca...
Feb 11, 2025•46 min•Ep. 51
This episode is in thanks to all who have supported me over the years. Thank You All! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Generals and Napoleon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generals-and-napoleon/id1629218432 La Fayette We Are Here: https://www.lafayettepodcast.com/ My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_...
Aug 15, 2024•25 min•Ep. 50
In this episode, the fate of the Jacobite cause is at its high point before it falls into destruction. The drama is astounding in this one. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
May 30, 2024•34 min•Ep. 49
I will be at the Seven Years War Convention in South Bend, Indiana on April 6th. More info is below, hope to see you there! https://sywconvention.blogspot.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 04, 2024•2 min•Ep. 48
In this episode, we take a look into one of the most insane situations that took place during Frederick the Great's life and times: the Jacobite Uprising of 1745. This episode looks at the very beginning of the rebellion against Great Britain's government. My Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/f...
Mar 10, 2024•25 min•Ep. 47
In this episode, we discuss Frederick's involvement in Prussia's music scene, his own works, and an evening with one of the world's most important composers. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Dec 23, 2023•27 min•Ep. 46
In this episode, the Prussian Army fights two battles, Frederick fights in one of these, and he earns the epithet "The Great". My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Sep 17, 2023•25 min•Ep. 45
On today's episode we talk about one of Frederick's "great" battles: Hohenfriedberg. We also take a look at the military and diplomatic situation in the first half of 1745. This battle sure was a doozy to attempt to explain. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twit...
Aug 31, 2023•31 min•Ep. 44
We have a special guest today! Dr. Jonathan Abel is a professor at Fort Leavenworth who specializes in French history during the 18th Century. On today's episode, we focus on the interesting story of Maurice de Saxe. My Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: htt...
Aug 25, 2023•55 min•Ep. 43
Fritz invades the Austrian Province of Bohemia and begins the Second Silesian War! My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 06, 2023•22 min•Ep. 42
In today's episode, we'll talk about the relationship between Voltaire and Frederick, the diplomatic situation during the time after the First Silesian War, and some military reforms in the Prussian military. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Ad-Free Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: ht...
Jul 27, 2023•20 min•Ep. 41
Welcome back to the first regular narrative episode in a long time! Today, we focus on the British involvement in the War of Austrian Succession. In particular, we focus on the growth of the Pragmatic Army and the Battle of Dettingen. This episode ties in why I talked about the British so much over the last few episodes. My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Ad-free Episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_po...
May 24, 2023•21 min•Ep. 40
On today's episode, special guest and writer of a dissertation, Rhun Hughes, and I talk about the historiography surrounding the history of Frederick the Great. What is historiography? Listen and find out! My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share Ad-free Episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twi...
May 18, 2023•24 min•Ep. 39
The History of Frederick the Great still lives in Potsdam! Hear how Tour Guide Jonny Whitlam interacts with this history. Jonny's Links: Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/whitlamsberlintours/ Potsdam Tour https://www.whitlams-berlin-tours.com/potsdam-day-trip-from-berlin-palaces-parks-prussians-and-the-cold-war Self-guided walk https://www.whitlams-berlin-tours.com/tips-for-your-trip/tag/Potsdam My Links: Amazon Wishlist for Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_sh...
May 10, 2023•37 min•Ep. 38
Can misinformation about the 18th century really be damaging? In this conversation with Brandon Fisichella, Public Historian/YouTuber, we intend to answer this question. Wait till the end for an actual positive ending on this show! Brandon's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonF/featured Joseph "Plumb" Martin's Memoir: https://www.perlego.com/book/110981/memoir-of-a-revolutionary-soldier-the-narrative-of-joseph-plumb-martin-pdf Patreon For Ad-Free Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/f...
Feb 15, 2023•45 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, I have a discussion with podcaster John Viscardo about the characteristics of Napoleon and Frederick the Great's reign. Generals and Napoleon podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generals-and-napoleon/id1629218432 For Ad-Free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Email for questions: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast....
Jan 30, 2023•34 min•Ep. 36
For today's episode, we have a special guest. He is an expert in military history in the 18th century. Today we discuss a variety of topics but we mainly focus on what it was like for the ordinary soldier of Frederick the Great's army. I had a great time producing this episode and hope you enjoy it. Dr. Burns' blog: https://kabinettskriege.blogspot.com/ Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https:...
Jan 08, 2023•51 min•Ep. 35
In today's episode, we focus on Britain's war against Spain as well as its diplomatic entanglements in Europe. We also discuss the end of the term of Britain's longest-serving Prime Minister. The Alexander Standard Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-alexander-standard/id1638022326 Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: h...
Dec 27, 2022•19 min•Ep. 34
Today's episode Zack Twamley and I discuss the diplomacy that led up to Frederick's invasion of Silesia. This is a recap episode that provides a summary of what happened in the podcast from the beginning until now with a major focus on Frederick's invasion of Silesia. Link to Zack's podcast: http://www.wdfpodcast.com/ Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_gre...
Nov 19, 2022•41 min•Ep. 33
In this episode, we give a little bit of context for the British response to Frederick the Great's invasion of Silesia. We will be talking about the rise of Sir Robert Walpole and the outbreak of the War of Jenkins' Ear.Here is a link to La Fayette We Are Here podcast where I am interviewed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-fayette-we-are-here/id1620073246?i=1000576223400Email for questions: [email protected] Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_p...
Oct 22, 2022•22 min•Ep. 32
This episode discusses British history with a focus on the monarchy dispute and Parliament from 1688 to 1715. This is to gain context behind why the British chose their political stance in the First Silesian War. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Sep 06, 2022•21 min•Ep. 31
This episode discusses the structure and reform of Frederick the Great's colorful cavalry. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 06, 2022•20 min•Ep. 30
This week's episode focuses on Maria Theresa's perspective of the First Silesian War and its conclusion. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 20, 2022•20 min•Ep. 29
This week is a mini-biography of Maria Theresa, the woman who inherited the Habsburg lands. This episode is crucial to gain a different perspective than the Prussian view of the beginning of the War of Austrian Succession. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Jul 05, 2022•21 min•Ep. 28
This week we go back to the campaigning of Frederick's army. His army fights a major battle in this episode against the Austrians. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 28, 2022•20 min•Ep. 27
This week, we will be focusing on the equipment and tactics the Prussian infantry used throughout the reign of Frederick the Great. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Armchair Historian Linear Warfare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83_h4N_lwJc Musket Firing Demonstration: https://www.youtu...
Jun 21, 2022•20 min•Ep. 26
These next two episodes will be discussing the most important part of Frederick's army: the infantry. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 14, 2022•19 min•Ep. 25
During this episode, talks are made between the powers of Europe to see what their aims are for this new war. Email for questions: [email protected] For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 10, 2022•18 min•Ep. 24
