History Audio CDs
Presented by John Notgrass
Learn history through these first-person accounts of real people. John Notgrass is available to present these programs live in uniform for educational, civic, church, or other groups. For more information, call us toll free at 1-800-211-8793 or fill out our scheduling form.
One Soldier's Story, about the experiences of Wesley Notgrass during World War II, is available on DVD.
Recollections of a Confederate Soldier
Sam Watkins, from Maury County, Tennessee, was 21 years old when the War Between the States began in 1861. He marched and camped and fought with Company H of the First Tennessee Regiment from the beginning until the end of the war. In 1881-82, Sam's memoirs of the war were printed in the Columbia Herald newspaper and then published as the book Co. Aytch. In this live audio recording, John Notgrass shares Sam's stories about that "little unpleasant misconception of there being such a thing as a north and south."
Building a Kingdom
During the 9th century, England faced multiple waves of Viking raiders and settlers. Alfred rose to prominence by successfully challenging them in war, but he was also an accomplished leader in peace as he promoted religion, education, and justice. Alfred is the only English monarch to be remembered as "The Great." In this live audio recording, John relates Alfred's story in a first-person narrative.
What Parents Are Saying
"What a blessing [One Soldier's Story] was!!!...Thanks for stepping out in faith and for all the work that you put into interviewing your grandfather and preparing your presentation. I enjoyed it, was inspired to keep going and learned some new history. Thanks for your boldness in proclaiming the Lord and may He open up many doors for you to share." -- Indiana
"What a memory you have (can you spare a few brain cells?) and a knack for story telling. We felt you really WERE the young man you portrayed [Sam Watkins], and you made us laugh and cry and envision the war in a personal, rather than merely factual, way." -- Tennessee
"John Notgrass needs to develop more characters and do it again!" -- Indiana