If Confederate General Robert E. Lee were a one-dimensional man, a celluloid or cardboard cartoon character, then I might go along with his detractors who say that he is a man best forgotten. As in a messy divorce, each side simplifies the story and adds details that are construed as justification of wrongdoing, and each […]
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The construction of the Neuse started in November of 1862, said Morris Bass, operations manager of the CSS Neuse Interpretive Center. She shelled Federal positions, and then she received orders to scuttle the ship to prevent it from being captured by Federal troops. A ship that has found a permanent home at the CSS Neuse
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A Mississippi lawmaker wants to withhold a quarter of the salary of any president of a university that refuses to fly the state flag. Mississippis failure to remove the Confederate imagery is a polarizing symbol that is a barrier to progress and improved understanding of our state, our university, and our people. That same month,
This unique flag was created in Richmond, Virginia, for the 5th Texas Regiment: the “Bloody Fifth.” This was one of three Texas regiments that fought with Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. Their flag was based on the design of the Confederate First National Flag, the Stars and Bars. Instead of a circle of stars representing
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There have been lots of arguments about the Confederate flag lately. This talks about yet another one. If you’re interested in the flag you’ll want to read this. It is part of history and is being acknowledged as such here. It’s a refreshing outlok since so many dislike the flag these days and think it
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Plum Borough School District Superintendent Timothy Glasspool banned students from wearing confederate flag clothes. The ban comes after a black student was offended by another student wearing clothes with the confederate flag on them. The black student said the flag represented slavery and bondage and was offended that their fellow students would wear this clothing. School
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A store in Houston is facing criticism after selling items featuring the Confederate flag. While the owner has been selling the items for years, she has faced backlash recently in light of the recent presidential election. A representative from Black Lives Matter has called for a boycott of the store, saying that the store does
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You wouldn’t think people really think about the Civil War in any kind of real way anymore, but apparently they still do because there are a bunch going to Lexington to honor two Confederate leaders. This article is very interesting because it describes what they plan to do and how they plan to pay their
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It’s nice to see James Longstreet being honored. He has played a part in our history and deserves it. Reading this will tell you more about him and what he’s done. It’s definitely an interesting read even if you just want historical information. He’s being honored for his contributions to the military and who doesn’t
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It was the winter of 1861 – 1862. The 5th Texas was encamped on the Potomac River, the 5th New York across the river. The New Yorkers were a Zouave regiment, meaning they wore uniforms modeled after French Colonial soldiers. The men on both sides were known for their courage. Choice words were exchanged, explaining how
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