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Jun 26, 2024 · Nathan Bedford Forrest: The Controversial Wizard of the Saddle Dive deep into the life and legacy of Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest, one of the most remarkable and controversial...
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4 days ago · Not only is Forrest Gump a poignant reflection on the significant cultural shifts the United States went through in the years following World War II, but it also captures the profound heartache...
Jun 13, 2024 · Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest III, aged 38, became the first American general to be killed on active service in Europe. Forrest was serving as chief of staff of the Second Air Force.
Jun 28, 2024 · Nathan Bedford Forrest, a name synonymous with the American Civil War, stands as a complex and controversial figure in history. Born in 1821 in Tennessee, Forrest’s life took him from humble beginnings to the ranks of a renowned Confederate general, leaving behind a legacy that continues to spark debate and reflection.
6 days ago · From Nathan Bedford Forrest's speech delivered on July 5th, 1875 to the National Pole bearers association, and early black civl rights and para-military group.
Jun 11, 2024 · A chance meeting with supporters of monuments depicting notorious Confederate general Nathan Bedford Forrest in Selma, Alabama, inspired O’ Neill to examine the legacy of white supremacy in America. Below is an excerpt from Along With That Devil’s Bones about the first black mayor in Selma.
Jun 19, 2024 · At Fort Pillow, Nathan Bedford Forrest oversaw the slaughter of 300 mainly Black Union soldiers, most of whom had surrendered. In his post-Civil War career, Forrest became the first Grand...
