The Peaceful Transfer | 4

Listener note: this episode contains offensive racial language. Please be advised. In the wake of a failed assassination attempt, Edwin Stanton fights for his place at the table, as President-Elect Grant strives to keep the peace.  1865 is an Airship production. Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and James Black as Ulysses S Grant. Also featuring: Chris Salazar Jason Douglas Joel Ferrel R Bruce Elliot Blake Hackler Christopher Murney Created by Steven Walters and Erik Archilla Written by Steven Walters  Directed by Steven Walters and Robert McCollum Executive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven Walters Co-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollum Consulting Producer: Jonathan Norton Music by Lindsay Graham. Audio editing by Mollie Baack. Sound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay Graham. To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter. Omaha Steaks - Visit omahasteaks.com keyword 1865 and order the Get Out & Grill Assortment today! Send dad more than just a gift – send him an experience he’ll love and can share with you! And don’t forget, for a limited time get 4 FREE NEW YORK STRIP BURGERS with your order. Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/1865. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***All episodes are available for free, with ad-free episodes available for Wondery+ subscribers.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.