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Unreconstructed
by ConfederateShop
Unreconstructed centers around the rich history of Dixieland, with a focus on subjects pertaining to The War Between the States. Included are interviews, book reviews, and Christian based content related to America's most debated conflict, all from the standpoint of an Unreconstructed Southerner.
Episodes
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23_A major win in Virginia--plus a few new books on ConfederateShop.com
It's been a while since I've recorded! Since our last episode a lot has occurred--specifically a major win in Virginia concerning two schools in Shenandoah County. I talk about this and a few other things, plus tell you about the new books that have been flying on the shelf.
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22_This weeks shop encounter
It's never a dull moment at Crossroads Country Store. I am continually encouraged by the sheer number of people from around the country that encourage our work here, but this past week someone didn't like what we had to say.
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Episode 21 - History of the Richmond Lee Monument & the Lee Rides Again Project
Herein is a more in-depth history on the iconic Robert E. Lee Monument that was removed from Richmon's Monument Avenue. Since then, there's been an effort to erect a brand new monument--a replica--of this Lee statue. Listen in to find out more! Lee Rides Again Project: https://leeridesagain.com/...
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Episode 20 - Christianity and the Old South
In this episode I briefly cover a few facts about the Christian faith of the South. Resources mentioned in this episode: Christ in the Camp: https://confederateshop.com/store/christ-in-the-camp/ The Great Revival in the Southern Armies:...
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Episode 19 - A great historical reprint book on General Nathan Bedford Forrest
Forrest has got to be one of my personal favorites! After the war, General Lee was asked who he thought his greatest general was, Lee replied, "Sir, a gentleman I have never had the pleasure to meet, General Nathan Bedford Forrest." In this episode I briefly highlight the man and talk about the...
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Episode 18 - Protect our history books // The Battle of New York
In this episode Matt features another historic 20th century essay - along with the details on brand new booklet that's just arrived: The Battle of New York! Resources mentioned in this episode: https://confederateshop.com/store/truths-of-history/...
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Episode 17 - Here's what you can do for the cause // 2 new historical stories
In this episode Matt covers two historical stories you may have never heard, plus what you can do for the cause today. References in this episode: A Defense of Virginia and the South: https://confederateshop.com/store/a-defense-of-virginia-and-the-south/ All our Dabney works:...
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Episode 16 - This latest threat to the Virginia UDC could be huge
There's been a recent threat to the UDC (United Daughters of the Confederacy) here in Virginia--they could lose their tax exempt status. Matt gives an update on the situation and what you can do about it.
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Episode 15 - Stop using the phrase "heritage not hate"
In this episode Matt goes into the details of why we shouldn't use the weak argument of it's "heritage not hate." He also talks about a better defense of Southern culture. Books mentioned in this episode: Defend Dixie: A Better Narrative for Confederate Heritage, available for purchase on...
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Episode 14 - What does the Confederate flag mean?
The majority of people today are led to believe that the Confederate battle flag embodies nothing but a host of negative connotations. Nothing could be further from the truth. In this episode Matt explains the rich history of the "Southern Cross," and what it means to Southerners today.
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Episode 13 - What's going on with the Texas border
It was Jefferson Davis who said “The principle for which we contend is bound to reassert it’s self, though it may be at another time and in another form.” Is this what we're seeing with the Texas Vs. the Federal government right now concerning the border crisis? I think so.
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Episode 12, Let's talk about Stonewall Jackson
Modern historians do their best to disparage heroes like Stonewall Jackson--as they do with all Confederate History. This should not be the case. Jackson may have had his quirks but according to Robert E. Lee he was a valuable and successful piece of the Army of Northern Virginia. We honor his...
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Episode 11, Lee-Jackson Day in Virginia
Here's a quick recap of this years Lee-Jackson Day celebration in Lexington, Virginia. It was a wonderful experience!
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Episode 10, Virginia's History of Secession
In this episode I discuss Virginia's history of secession--mentioning some of the Commonwealths greats: General Robert E. Lee, as well as our local counties view of Union and secession (Rockingham County, Virginia). Many folks don't know that the Old Dominion's legal referendums held multiple…
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Episode 9, Arlington National Cemetery Confederate Memorial
What's going on with the Confederate Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery? In this episode Matt talks about the history behind the monument and what Virginia plans on doing with the memorial that has been unlawfully removed.
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Episode 8, Let's Talk About Lincoln, with John Vinson
*Warning* content may be offensive to those who admire "Honest" Abe. Some call it the Southern perspective, but we refer to it as the truth. Is the character of a man based upon his words or his actions? Herein John and Matt discuss a variety of subjects pertaining to Abraham Lincoln, including…
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Episode 7, Southern Identity-Part 2, With John Vinson
In part 2, Matt continues his conversation with author and speaker John Vinson. Topics discussed include the connection Southerners have to land and the age-old American virtue of ordered liberty. How does cultural Marxism attack these tenants? And how can men, specifically young Southern men,...
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Episode 6, Southern Identity-Part 1, With John Vinson
You don’t want to miss this episode! What is southern identity? How is it under attack and how can we preserve it? In this first part to this two part series, author and writer John Vinson goes into detail of what Southern identity entails: faith, family, tradition, and honor. Also discussed are...
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Episode 5, The Lost Cause
Modern historians say The Lost Cause is nothing but a myth surrounded by half-truths and lies, but is that truly the case? In this episode Matt outlines the current definition of "the lost cause" and how it's interpreted today. Also featured is an 1863 historical story from a famed abolitionist,...
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Episode 4, A South-Side View of Slavery & The Secession Documents
The book A South-Side View of Slavery was published in 1854 by a prominent anti-slavery Massachusetts pastor Nehemiah Adams. His recorded observations were both accurate and contentious--refuting the radical abolitionist narrative of the day. Episode 4 gives a brief overview of this work, along...
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Episode 3, Defend Dixie & The Tragic Story of Davy Getz
In this episode Matt gives a review of one of ConfederateShop's best selling booklets, Defend Dixie. Also included is a tragic Shenandoah Valley story during the War Between the States. *The Davy Getz Story can be found in Confederate Veteran Magazine, Volume XV., NO. 3, March 1907, p. 120-121
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Episode 2, Confederate History Month Continued
In this episode Matt talks about Confederate monuments and the Lost Cause, along with reading 2 historical stories from the early 1900's.
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Episode 1, Confederate History Month
In this short welcome episode Matt gives a brief overview of ConfederateShop's Unreconstructed podcast and briefly reviews Confederate History Month and two long-forgotten historical stories.
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Unreconstructed centers around the rich history of Dixieland, with a focus on subjects pertaining to The War Between the States. Included are interviews, book reviews, and Christian based content related to America's most debated conflict, all from the standpoint of an Unreconstructed Southerner.
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