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Robert E. Lee and Me
Book • 2021
In 'Robert E. Lee and Me', Ty Seidule offers a personal and historical exploration of Robert E. Lee's life and legacy, critiquing the Lost Cause narrative that has romanticized the Confederacy.
The book blends memoir, history, and cultural analysis to confront the myths surrounding Lee and the Civil War, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced understanding of American history.
Seidule's journey from a childhood reverence for Lee to a critical historian reflects the broader societal struggle with the legacy of slavery and white supremacy.
The book blends memoir, history, and cultural analysis to confront the myths surrounding Lee and the Civil War, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced understanding of American history.
Seidule's journey from a childhood reverence for Lee to a critical historian reflects the broader societal struggle with the legacy of slavery and white supremacy.
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Confederacy: Myth of the Lost Cause
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General Ty Seidule On Our Responsibility To Study, Understand And Grapple With History
