The Fabric of Civil War Society: Uniforms, Badges, and Flags, 1859-1939 - Hardcover
The Fabric of Civil War Society: Uniforms, Badges, and Flags, 1859-1939 - Hardcover
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Language
English
ISBN-13 / SKU
9780807181171
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by Shae Smith Cox (Author), T. Michael Parrish (Editor)
Military uniforms, badges, flags, and other material objects have been used to represent the identity of Americans throughout history. In The Fabric of Civil War Society, Shae Smith Cox examines the material culture of America's bloodiest conflict, offering a deeper understanding of the war and its commemoration.
Cox's analysis traces the influence of sewn materials throughout the Civil War and Reconstruction as markers of power and authority for both the Union and the Confederacy. These textiles became cherished objects by the turn of the century, a transition seen in veterans replacing wartime uniforms with new commemorative attire and repatriating Confederate battle flags. Looking specifically at the creation of material culture by various commemoration groups, including the Grand Army of the Republic, the Woman's Relief Corps, the United Confederate Veterans, and the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Cox reveals the ways that American society largely accepted their messages, furthering the mission of their memory work. Through the lens of material culture, Cox sheds new light on a variety of Civil War topics, including preparation for war, nuances in relationships between Native American and African American soldiers, the roles of women, and the rise of postwar memorial societies.Author Biography
Shae Smith Cox is assistant professor of history at Nicholls State University.
Number of Pages: 318
Dimensions: 0.88 x 9 x 6 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 21, 2024
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