What happens when two nations can't agree on a border, and valuable timber is at stake? Get ready for the Aroostook War (1838-1839), a near-conflict between the United States and Great Britain over the dense forests of northern Maine. This "war" involved thousands of militiamen, fortified camps, and plenty of bluster, but remarkably, no bloodshed. Find out how diplomacy saved the day in this fascinating tale of lumberjacks, ambiguous treaties, and international brinkmanship.

Imagine two American states mobilizing militias, issuing threats, and nearly going to war... all over a narrow strip of land. Dive into the bizarre true story of the Toledo War (1835-1836), a bloodless but heated standoff between Ohio and Michigan. Discover how competing maps, ambitious governors, and a valuable port city led to a conflict resolved not by bullets, but by political maneuvering and a very surprising compromise.

Could a single pig bring two nations to the brink of war? Believe it or not, in 1859, it almost happened! Discover the utterly bizarre and surprisingly tense story of the Pig War, a standoff between the U.S. and Great Britain over a disputed island and one very unfortunate swine. Learn how diplomatic bluster, military posturing, and ultimately, remarkable restraint prevented a full-blown conflict over a barnyard animal.

What could possibly ignite a major international war between two global powers? How about a severed ear pickled in brandy? Uncover the astonishing true story of the War of Jenkins' Ear (1739-1748), a conflict born from a single, gruesome incident that escalated into a vast imperial struggle. Explore the high stakes of 18th-century trade, the drama of a parliamentary testimony, and how one man's misfortune led to a decade of global conflict.

Imagine a military campaign where the enemy is... a flock of giant, flightless birds. Join us for the hilarious and surprisingly intense tale of Australia's Great Emu War of 1932! Learn how desperate farmers, a determined major, and thousands of surprisingly resilient emus created one of history's most bizarre and unforgettable conflicts. Who will win: man or bird? Tune in to find out!