Host Greg Kobylt discusses how Berks County played a role in supplying troops and materials to the Union Army's effort to sustain our country during the American Civil War. Also learned how women held down Berks County and helped the cause while the 167th Pennsylvania Regiment went off to defend the home front. Sit back and relax with this timely topic during Independence week and the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg which happened not far from our home in Berks County.

In this episode of "Our Roots in Reading," Greg Kobylt speaks with Dr. Michael Baxter, Dr. Eve Kimball and Dr. Dan Kimball of the Berks Medical Society about the history of the Berks Medical Society and health care in Berks County. Together they discuss the founding of the Berks Medical Society in 1824 and the lasting impact that this organization has had on health care in Berks County and beyond. Learn about what the life of a physician was like in the 1800s and how some of the most historically renowned physicians changed the lives of the local community in this episode focused on medical care and health in our own history.

Greg Kobylt and Andy P broadcasted live from the Mid Atlantic Air Museum on June 7th 2024 from 3-6PM. Catch their interviews with pilots, the major coordinators of the exhibits, and even a Frank Sinatra tribute artist! Catch what you missed here as Greg and Andy take you through the live action of the first day of the WWII weekend at the Reading airport. Also listen for Greg's explanation of the battle of Iwo Jima.

Hour 3 Guests

1. Jason Capra who is the pilot of the C-53 Skytrooper.
2. Chad Smith- Show Coordinator for the encampments.