"The Broader and Purer Purpose"

Title"The Broader and Purer Purpose"
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2016
AuthorsJonathan A. Noyalas
JournalCivil War History
Volume62
Issue2
Pagination186-200
ISSN00098078
Abstract

The article discusses engaging general audiences with the historical memory of the U.S. Civil War. Emphasis is given to topics such as the role of monuments to the U.S. Civil War in postwar reconciliation, ceremonies to foster healing between Union and Confederate veterans, and the Confederate flag as a symbol of white supremacy and racial hatred.