Deep Dive: Turning Tides: Gettysburg, Virginia Woolf, and a Dinosaur Discovery - July 3, 2025
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🎙️ In this episode of Deep Dive, hosts Thomas Golding and Andrew Lindbeck take you through three captivating stories from history and modern day:
🗡️ The Battle of Gettysburg: Discover how this monumental clash in 1863, with over 160,000 soldiers and 50,000 casualties, marked a turning point in the American Civil War. The hosts delve into the strategic brilliance of General George Meade and the high stakes that defined this Union victory.
📚 Virginia Woolf's Legacy: Celebrate the birthday of literary giant Virginia Woolf, whose innovative novels and essays, such as "Mrs. Dalloway" and "A Room of One's Own," continue to inspire. Learn about her influence on the Bloomsbury Group and the feminist movement.
🦕 A Dinosaur Discovery: Hear the astonishing story of a 12-year-old Canadian who stumbled upon a 69-million-year-old dinosaur fossil while hiking. This accidental find highlights the wonders of curiosity and chance in the world of paleontology.
Join us for a journey through pivotal moments in history and serendipitous discoveries! 🌟
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