I Explored Edward A. Pollard’s ‘The Lost Cause’ and Uncovered Its Lasting Impact on Southern Identity
As I delve into the complexities of American history, few topics stir as much debate and intrigue as the narrative known as ‘The Lost Cause.’ Central to this discourse is Edward A. Pollard, a figure whose writings and perspectives helped shape the post-Civil War South’s understanding of its own identity. Pollard, a journalist and Confederate…