The Strange and Tragic Wounds of George Cole's America: A Tale of Manhood, Sex, and Ambition in the Civil War Era.

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 9. P. 100 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Grant, Susan-Mary 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the narrative of George W. Cole, a Civil War soldier, as explored in the book "The Strange and Tragic Wounds of George Cole’s America" by Michael deGruccio. It examines the ambitions and challenges faced by Cole and his family, particularly in the context of 19th-century American society, including issues of race, gender, and the aftermath of the Civil War. The narrative highlights the struggles of Black troops under Cole's command and the broader implications of ambition and societal expectations during this tumultuous period. The book serves as a meditation on the American Dream and the harsh realities that often contradicted its promises. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/09, Vol. 75, Issue 9, p100
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:187287338
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of History Today is the property of History Today Ltd. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.