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Talons and Smoke

American History & News With Sharp Claws

Great American History, hosted by Aetos the bald eagle: the heroes, battles and megaprojects that built the United States, with sources in every episode description.

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The weekly schedule

  • Tuesday 9 AM ET

    Great American History

    A new history episode every week, alternating between Building America and Heroes & Warriors.

  • Wednesday Starts Nov 11

    Veterans Show

    A weekly show for and about America's veterans, featuring the Medal of Honor Files segment.

  • Friday Noon ET

    The Weekly Wrap

    The week's news that matters to Americans, wrapped up by Aetos.

  • Every day Shorts

    Talon Facts

    Fast American history facts in YouTube Shorts.

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