Tag Archives: Steven Woodworth

A Monumental Discussion: Dana Shoaf

Posted on August 21, 2017 by Emerging Civil War

Before the tragedy in Charlottesville, Confederate monuments had already been sparking controversy around the country. Civil War Times, in an issue that now seems prescient, tackled the topic in its most recent issue, setting a high bar for rational, informed … Continue reading →

Posted in Books & Authors, Civil War in Pop Culture, Material Culture, Memory, Monuments, Ties to the War | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments

Editing the Civil War in the Heartland

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Chris Mackowski

Since becoming co-editor of his own Civil War book series, Charles “Chuck” Grear seems like a kid in an 1860s-era candy store. Except, of course, Grear is 39 and it’s books, not candy, that has him so delighted. There are … Continue reading →

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Examining Braxton Bragg

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Phill Greenwalt

Confederate General Braxton Bragg would never make the list of top military commanders to fight for the Southern Confederacy. He argued with everyone, including–if you believe a pre-war account–even his own persona. He distrusted his subordinate commanders and on multiple … Continue reading →

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