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As a Southerner and native of the Shenandoah Valley, I offer reflections on the Civil War-era South… and sometimes a little more. But… expect the unexpected
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Applying UFOlogy Techniques to the Search for Black Confederates
Ok, once again I’m caught watching non-history programming on the History (Channel). My official excuse is there was nothing else on except re-runs of old 80’s shows in TV Land, and some news program where people yell a lot. So I had UFO Hunters rolling in the background while I worked on Historical Marker entries. […]
Civil War Memory and “Memes”
April 3, 2009 by Robert Moore
This might seem a little over the top, but I thought it would be something “different” to consider in terms of Civil War memory. I actually ran across this several months ago. For whatever reason, it slipped my mind until I ran across it again in my research last night. Though the book that I […]
Gary Gallagher lays it out in CWT
February 25, 2009 by Robert Moore
Hat tip to Harry at Bull Runnings for making us all aware of (among other things in the latest issue of Civil War Times) the piece (“Let the Chips Fall Where They Will”) written by Gary Gallagher. Gallagher addresses, as I see it, a “peanut gallery” of critics. Though a short piece, it’s enough to say (and this is […]
What is a “true and complete” Southern perspective of the Civil War?
February 17, 2009 by Robert Moore
If one says he/she is going to present a “Southern perspective” of the Civil War, do you cringe or roll your eyes and say something like, ”oh no, here we go?” Is it possible to deliver a non-slanted “Southern perspective” of the war without tripping over all of the perspectives that actually make up THE Southern perspective of […]
Defining Southern Heritage in Civil War Remembrance
February 15, 2009 by Robert Moore
If modern Confederate remembrance does not come close to accurately capturing the true definition of Southern heritage in the Civil War era, what does? I’ll be posting on this in the coming week. In the meantime, hat-tip to Kevin at Civil War Memory for making us aware of a YouTube clip, and a “well-done” to […]
On Lincoln’s 200th Birthday
February 12, 2009 by Robert Moore
In trying to figure out the best way to express my feelings in a post about the 200th birthday of Abraham Lincoln, I think I’ve stepped back a bit in my own memory. In my youth, Lincoln was, quite honestly, a significant factor in developing my interest in the American Civil War. I can still […]
Southern Perspective(s) of the Civil War
February 9, 2009 by Robert Moore
I know, I’ve talked about this before, but clearly, the view of the Civil War in terms of “Southern perspective” suggests something… singular… even an implied “unity” as a people in support of “Cause.” It is reflected in the way that some people represent ”Southern perspective” as ”Confederate perspective.” Plurality is missing, and therefore the singular representation misleads, […]
Great new addition to the blogroll
February 6, 2009 by Robert Moore
I was delighted to hear from Victoria Bynum (Free State of Jones: Mississippi’s Longest Civil War) last night via a comment made by her in my Southern Unionists Chronicles site. Not only was it great to hear from her, but it is even better knowing that she has launched her own blog, Renegade South. For those who […]
More new imagery from the new version of “The Haunted Tank”
February 5, 2009 by Robert Moore
Carrying over from last night’s post… Ya gotta admit, Stuart is in full form in this shot with the M1 Abrams!
Who’s foolin’ who? More on “black Confederates”
February 4, 2009 by Robert Moore
I was greatly interested in Kevin Levin’s post yesterday about the planned event to honor two “black Confederates” (or is it slaves?) in North Carolina… especially since I was preparing a post addressing my concerns about the way “black Confederates,” in general, are being represented in remembrance events and “Confederate-friendly” published works. I don’t know enough yet to say […]
A few words from the past
January 30, 2009 by Robert Moore
Browsing through the Staunton Spectator today at the Valley of the Shadow site, I came across the following newspaper article (from October 15, 1867): A Few Words to the Colored People An election is at hand, and in the Providence of God, you are called on to take part in it. No one doubts your […]
Excellent discussion about Civil War memory and some issues pertaining to the “read-write” nature of blogging
January 29, 2009 by Robert Moore
I know many of the readers here are actually “travelers” who frequently make their way through Kevin’s Civil War Memory blog to my blog, but for those who do not make that virtual journey, check out Kevin’s posts (with comments) from yesterday and today (and even the day before). There is some great discussion going […]
It’s snowing… well, a little
January 27, 2009 by Robert Moore
What one word can I provide that sums up this winter in the Shenandoah Valley? Hmmm… I know! “BORING!” We have yet to see an appreciable snowfall (dustings only). I know that those who have seen more than their fair share are saying “quitcherbitchin,” but it needs to snow or start getting warm pdq. It’s […]
Are we limited in our perspectives in the Civil War blogosphere?
January 26, 2009 by Robert Moore
After reading a comment made in one of my posts from few days ago, I realized something; something that I had really not thought of before. I think it is revealing in terms of how the Web can erase racial barriers. Nonetheless, of all of those who blog in the Civil War blogosphere, who among […]
Another new beginning, from a few years back
January 23, 2009 by Robert Moore
“Alfred Waud’s drawing captures the exuberance of the Little Rock, Arkansas, African American community as the U. S. Colored Troops returned home at the end of the Civil War. The victorious soldiers are joyously greeted by women and children.” From the Library of Congress’ “African-American Odyssey, Part 1“ Dual-posted in Southern Unionists Chronicles.
What’s it like to be the descendant of a slaveholder?
January 21, 2009 by Robert Moore
It’s interesting how people bond to ancestry and certain aspects of history related to ancestors. However, how often have you heard someone talk about their slaveholding ancestor? There are all sorts of descendant organizations, but is there an organization for the descendants of slaveholders? I’d be surprised if there was, and I certainly can’t imagine anyone […]
Some thoughts on Lee-Jackson Day
January 17, 2009 by Robert Moore
It is fine to both privately and, to a degree, publicly reflect upon the lives of historical persons. It fulfills various needs of the living. Look at a historical person (or persons) and consider the part of the historical person’s character, actions, etc., and consider how one may take meaning from these reflections. For some, […]
In search of plantation culture in the 1860 census
January 16, 2009 by Robert Moore
Maybe I should have added “where it was and where it wasn’t” to the title of this post. Anyway, I give you the following numbers to consider… State # of slaveholders in 1860 % of owners with only 1 slave % of owners with only 2 slaves % of owners with only 3 slaves % […]
Markers, Monuments and Revisions
January 11, 2009 by Craig Swain
Craig “To the Sound of the Guns” Swain and I have been tossing some ideas back and forth regarding monuments and markers. Ultimately, Craig wrote a post, but opted not to include it on his blog as it doesn’t follow with the theme there. I offered to post it here, he accepted, and I’m glad […]
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