Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast

Part 2/3 The American invasion of native land gets off to a bad start. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeysSources: Thomas Powers. The Killing of Crazy Horse Dr. Margot Liberty. Cheyenne Primacy: The Tribes' Perspective As Opposed To That Of The United States Army; A Possible Alternative To "The Great Sioux War Of 1876" Ernie Lapointe. Oral History of the Little Big Horn Battle. He Dog. Story of the Battle of the Little Bighorn Joseph Medicine Crow. From the Heart of the Crow Country. The Crow Indians' Own Stories. The official record of a court of inquiry convened at Chicago, Illinois, January 13, 1879, by the President of the United States upon the request of Major Marcus A. Reno, 7th U.S. Cavalry, to investigate his conduct at the Battle of the Little Big Horn, June 25-26, 1876 Thomas Powers. How the Battle of Little Bighorn was won. Robert Utley. How Custer Met His End at Little Bighorn

The US manufactures a war against the indigenous people of the Great Plains. Part 1/3 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources for the entire series: Thomas Powers. The Killing of Crazy Horse Dr. Margot Liberty. Cheyenne Primacy: The Tribes' Perspective As Opposed To That Of The United States Army; A Possible Alternative To "The Great Sioux War Of 1876" Ernie Lapointe. Oral History of the Little Big Horn Battle. He Dog. Story of the Battle of the Little Bighorn Joseph Medicine Crow. From the Heart of the Crow Country. The Crow Indians' Own Stories. The official record of a court of inquiry convened at Chicago, Illinois, January 13, 1879, by the President of the United States upon the request of Major Marcus A. Reno, 7th U.S. Cavalry, to investigate his conduct at the Battle of the Little Big Horn, June 25-26, 1876 Thomas Powers. How the Battle of Little Bighorn was won. Robert Utley. How Custer Met His End at Little Bighorn

The British feed hundreds of Canadian soldiers into a wood chipper for no reason. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Fowler, Will. Allies at Dieppe. https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/operation-jubilee-dieppe-raid-1942 https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/remembrance/battles-and-stages/battle-of-dieppe https://www.warmuseum.ca/cwm/exhibitions/newspapers/operations/dieppe_e.html https://www.canadashistory.ca/explore/military-war/dieppe-a-colossal-blunder

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys The story of how the US poisoned the Marshall Islands with nuclear fallout and did nothing to clean it up. sources: https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2014/02/27/castle-bravo-the-largest-u-s-nuclear-explosion/ https://www.atomicheritage.org/history/castle-bravo https://www.latimes.com/projects/marshall-islands-nuclear-testing-sea-level-rise/ Zohl De Ishtar "Poisoned Lives, Contaminated Lands: Marshall Islanders Are Paying a High Price for the United States Nuclear Arsenal" Seattle Journal for Social Justice. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/lost-sea/ https://borgenproject.org/thyroid-cancer-a-radiation-caused-healthcare-crisis-in-the-marshall-islands/ Oishi, Matashichi. "The Day the Sun Rose in the West: The Lucky Dragon, and I." University of Hawaii Press. *corrections* FDR died after completing 3 terms in office, barely made it 80 days into his 4th.

The hosts wrap up a gripping series on the War of the Triple Alliance. They blend humor with history while dissecting the blunders of Francisco Solano Lopez. The discussion paints a vivid picture of chaotic battles, absurd military strategies, and the resilience of troops enduring starvation and disease. Dark humor contrasts the heavy human costs faced during the final assault and the devastation of civilian life. Personal anecdotes on stress relief provide a light-hearted touch amid the historical chaos.

Expect a blend of humor and deep analysis as the hosts tackle the aftermath of the battle of Tuyiti, where strategic miscalculations led to dire consequences. They critique the ill-fated strategy of attrition, revealing its high costs and inefficiencies. The discussion highlights guerrilla warfare tactics used by Paraguay against superior forces, emphasizing chaotic battles and the infamous 'Funnel of Death.' Additionally, the hosts explore the tumultuous preparations and desperate measures as Solano Lopez’s commitment to fight against overwhelming odds takes center stage.

In a wild exploration of the War of the Triple Alliance, the hosts discuss the absurdity of Solano Lopez's ill-fated suicide canoes. They hilariously recount General Robles getting lost during an invasion and connect it to managing a fast-food restaurant. Personal anecdotes from quirky Pennsylvania and Kentucky add humor, alongside tales of chaotic naval blunders and the grim realities of war. The gripping final moments of a defiant leader facing execution serve as a darkly comedic highlight, painting a vivid picture of chaos and poor decision-making in history.

In a playful dive into the War of the Triple Alliance, hosts blend humor with history. They recount the absurdity of Paraguayan President Solano Lopez’s extravagant birthday amidst war. Misguided military strategies and outdated equipment reveal the chaotic reality of the Paraguayan army's struggles. The challenges of logistical failures lead to malnutrition and poor morale, creating a tragicomic scene. The episode highlights the surreal juxtaposition of leadership decisions and the chaos of wartime, making for a captivating exploration of this historical conflict.

Part 1/5. Paraguay picks a fight with an entire continent. Support the show https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Produced by Nate Bethea and Sarah Sahim Sources: Leuchars, Chris. To the Bitter End: Paraguay and the War of the Triple Alliance Kolinski, Charles. Independence or Death: The story of the Paraguayan War Whigham, Thomas L. The Road to Armageddon: Paraguay versus the Triple Alliance, 1866–70.

The founder of Scientology had a very stupid naval career Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Sources: Russel Miller. Bare-Faced Messiah https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Cowen/warhero/intro.htm https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/primary-sources-l-ron-hubbard-leaves-the-navy https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/11/30/l-ron-hubbard/?safari=1