American Shad: The Fish That Built America

Discover how the humble American shad became one of the most influential fish in American history. This episode explores its remarkable migration, its role in feeding early communities, the violent “Shad Wars,” its connections to the American Revolution and Civil War, and the dams that nearly erased it from the Susquehanna River. History AnalyzedHistory Analyzed is a podcast which investigates both history's biggest moments and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify