The Flags Of Civil War Alabama

Author : Glenn Dedmondt
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2001-03-31
Category : History
ISBN : 1455604313

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The Flags of Civil War Alabama by Glenn Dedmondt Pdf

Both a historical examination and a tribute to the men who bore these colors. “A wonderful resource for any Civil War enthusiasts!” —Doc Kirby, “Book Bit,” WTBF-AM/FM Flying high above us and waving in the wind, flags are reminders of what we stand for. They stir the most patriotic emotions within the human heart, and the battle flag often evokes those as strong today as during the War for Southern Independence. Every flag has a unique story. Those that survived the war are featured in this book with color illustrations and a brief history of their units. They are presented chronologically, and each flag is shown in its original design. Cavalry, infantry, artillery and naval flags are included, along with those that did not belong to any particular unit. There are photographs showing patterns of wear, damage, or artwork associated with each. Those that did not survive are illustrated—recreated from the thorough description that is left of them. “Colorful, well-illustrated, and contains much information about each flag.” —Civil War News “Outstanding! It is a credit to Dedmondt that he manages to keep up the stringent demands of scholarship and to keep the book within most readers’ abilities to browse, read, and devour!” —Smoke & Fire News

Author : Devereaux D. Cannon
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1994-10-31
Category : History
ISBN : 1455604399

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The Flags of the Confederacy by Devereaux D. Cannon Pdf

A Civil War historian provides an in-depth look at Confederate flags, covering their symbolism, historical background, and political significance. In the decades that followed the fall of the Confederate States of America, much information on the flags of the member states was lost. By the same token, many misunderstandings about these flags have persisted in popular myth. In The Flags of the Confederacy, Devereaux Cannon provides an authoritative and detailed overview of these flags and their various meanings. Devereaux provides essential context for each flag with an overview of the civil and political structures of the Confederate States of America. He also delves into the many stories surrounding each flag’s development and usage, providing both an essential historical reference and a rare window into Confederate life.

Author : John M. Coski
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006-04-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780674262775

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The Confederate Battle Flag by John M. Coski Pdf

In recent years, the Confederate flag has become as much a news item as a Civil War relic. Intense public debates have erupted over Confederate flags flying atop state capitols, being incorporated into state flags, waving from dormitory windows, or adorning the T-shirts and jeans of public school children. To some, this piece of cloth is a symbol of white supremacy and enduring racial injustice; to others, it represents a rich Southern heritage and an essential link to a glorious past. Polarizing Americans, these "flag wars" reveal the profound--and still unhealed--schisms that have plagued the country since the Civil War. The Confederate Battle Flag is the first comprehensive history of this contested symbol. Transcending conventional partisanship, John Coski reveals the flag's origins as one of many banners unfurled on the battlefields of the Civil War. He shows how it emerged as the preeminent representation of the Confederacy and was transformed into a cultural icon from Reconstruction on, becoming an aggressively racist symbol only after World War II and during the Civil Rights movement. We gain unique insight into the fine line between the flag's use as a historical emblem and as an invocation of the Confederate nation and all it stood for. Pursuing the flag's conflicting meanings, Coski suggests how this provocative artifact, which has been viewed with pride, fear, anger, nostalgia, and disgust, might ultimately provide Americans with the common ground of a shared and complex history.

Author : Glenn Dedmondt
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Flags
ISBN : 1565549929

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The Flags of Civil War North Carolina by Glenn Dedmondt Pdf

A tribute to the valiant men who fought under these flags. The Flags of Civil War North Carolina is the history of secession of North Carolina told through the banners that flew over its government, cavalry, and navy. From the flags of the Guilford Greys to the Buncombe Riflemen, this collection is a fascinating portrait of the state's ill-fated battle for independence. Glenn Dedmondt is a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. He is the author of The Flags of Civil War Alabama and The Flags of Civil War South Carolina, also published by Pelican.

Author : Anne Cunningham
Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781534502383

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The Confederate Flag by Anne Cunningham Pdf

Is it a symbol of pride in one's heritage or an ugly reminder of slavery and the fruits of racism? The issue of whether the Confederate flag belongs in front of government buildings, or even on Southern pride paraphernalia, has been a hot button for more than a century, long after the Civil War was fought and won. This book takes a close look at the flag's origins, its controversial history, what meaning it has for Americans living today, and the ongoing debate on its use and display.

Author : Kent Masterson Brown
Publisher : Pelican Publishing Company
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781455618958

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Confederacy's First Battle Flag, The by Kent Masterson Brown Pdf

Who actually designed the first Confederate flag? Initially produced without permission or guidance from the Confederate government, the first St. Andrew's Cross battle flags were stitched in secret by a group of Virginian women. The flag was obviously a military necessity, as it unified the troops under an identifiable banner. This striking design was quickly adopted as an official banner. Illustrations depict the creation of the celebrated flag as it evolved through a series of designs. The symbol of a proud people, the story of this flag will inspire all true Southerners.

Author : Richard Rollins
Publisher : Rank and File Publishers
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Confederate battle flag
ISBN : WISC:89060707841

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"The Damned Red Flags of the Rebellion" by Richard Rollins Pdf

A unique study that analyzes the most powerful symbol of the Civil War from the perspective of both sides. Includes 41 full-color photos of flags captured at Gettysburg.

Author : Don Hinkle
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1997-12
Category : History
ISBN : 5631135469

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Embattled Banner by Don Hinkle Pdf

Author : Glenn Dedmondt
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Arkansas
ISBN : 1455604321

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The Flags of Civil War Arkansas by Glenn Dedmondt Pdf

Author : Glenn Dedmondt
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2009-05-06
Category : History
ISBN : 145560433X

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The Flags of Civil War Missouri by Glenn Dedmondt Pdf

This comprehensive historical reference offers an in-depth look at the Confederate flags of Missouri during the Civil War. Throughout the 1860s, scores of flags representing the Confederate State of Missouri and its soldiers were unfurled in the fight against the Union armies. Symbolizing the way of life those men sought to protect, these flags provide a unique index to the history of the Civil War in this western state. This comprehensive study of Missouri’s Civil War–era flags presents more than fifty authentic flags, along with information on their origins and the units they represented. The emblems, materials, construction, and dimensions of each flag are also included. From the banner borne by the First Regiment Missouri Volunteer Militia, which serves as a significant reminder of the Camp Jackson massacre, to the famed flag Brig. Gen. Joseph O. Shelby never surrendered, each Missouri ensign represents a moment in history.

Author : Glenn Dedmondt
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 1455604348

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The Flags of Civil War North Carolina by Glenn Dedmondt Pdf

This volume covering North Carolina’s Civil War–era flags tells the story of the Confederate State through its banners of pride, battle, and rebellion. Throughout the 1860s, the Confederate State of North Carolina flew scores of flags over its government, cavalry, and navy. Symbolizing the way of life those men sought to protect, these flags provide a unique index to the history of the Civil War in this southern coastal state. This comprehensive study of North Carolina’s Civil War–era flags presents a wide-ranging collection of these banners, along with information on their origins and meanings. From the flags of the Guilford Greys to the Buncombe Riflemen, this collection is a fascinating portrait of the state’s ill-fated battle for independence.

Author : Philip R. N. Katcher
Publisher : Raintree
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Flags
ISBN : 1410901238

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Union Flags of the Civil War by Philip R. N. Katcher Pdf

Photographs, illustrations, and text describe the Union flags of the Civil War and their significance.

Author : John S. Sledge
Publisher : University of Alabama Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780817319601

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These Rugged Days by John S. Sledge Pdf

Secession -- War in the valley -- Mobile under blockade -- Streight's Raid, 1863 -- Rousseau's Raid, 1864 -- The Battle of Mobile Bay -- Wilson's Raid, 1865 -- The Mobile campaign -- Montgomery Falls

Author : Alan K. Sumrall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Texas
ISBN : 0890159831

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Battle Flags of Texans in the Confederacy by Alan K. Sumrall Pdf

The wide diversity of battle flag designs used by Texans in the Confederacy defies any conventional means of organization. Therefore, the flags are shown in loose chronological format, with considerable and unavoidable overlaps. The organization of the book is intended to give the reader an idea not only of the general evolution of Confederate flag design and usgae but also to illustrate the true decentralization of teh Confederate military.

Author : Ben H. Severance
Publisher : University Alabama Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9780817320591

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A War State All Over by Ben H. Severance Pdf

An in-depth political study of Alabama’s government during the Civil War Alabama’s military forces were fierce and dedicated combatants for the Confederate cause.In his study of Alabama during the Civil War, Ben H. Severance argues that Alabama’s electoral and political attitudes were, in their own way, just as unified in their support for the cause of southern independence. To be sure, the civilian populace often expressed unease about the conflict, as did a good many of Alabama’s legislators, but the majority of government officials and military personnel displayed pronounced Confederate loyalty and a consistent willingness to accept a total war approach in pursuit of their new nation’s aims. As Severance puts it, Alabama was a “war state all over.” In A War State All Over: Alabama Politics and the Confederate Cause, Severance examines the state’s political leadership at multiple levels of governance—congressional, gubernatorial, and legislative—and orients much of his analysis around the state elections of 1863. Coming at the war’s midpoint, these elections provide an invaluable gauge of popular support for Alabama’s role in the Civil War, particularly at a time when the military situation for Confederate forces was looking bleak. The results do not necessarily reflect a society that was unreservedly prowar, but they clearly establish a polity that was committed to an unconditional Confederate victory, in spite of the probable costs. Severance’s innovative work focuses on the martial character of Alabama’s polity while simultaneously acknowledging the widespread angst of Alabama’s larger culture and society. In doing so, it puts a human face on the election returns by providing detailed character sketches of the principal candidates that illuminate both their outlook on the war and their role in shaping policy.