This Needs To Be Said

Indispensables with Patrick O'Donnell PATRICK O’DONNELL, bestselling, critically acclaimed military historian, writes in his book - THE INDISPENSABLES - about an American war that was much like the Battle of Dunkirk – made famous by the blockbuster movie “Dunkirk.” Dunkirk took place on the shores of France. Turns out - America had its own similar battle on US shores. And what’s especially interesting about this battle and time in our history is that it mirrors much of what is happening to us today! It was the 1770’s and a raging virus, mobs, political violence, disarmament, and misinformation - all divided Americans. The early precursor to the Secret Service was formed. White, Black, Hispanic, and Native American formed a uniquely diverse group of soldiers that set an inclusive standard of unity the U.S. Army would not reach again for more than 170 years. People say we are living in unprecedented times. We’re not. O’Donnell provided historical consulting for DreamWorks’ award-winning miniseries BAND OF BROTH