Aggressions and Sufferings: Settler Violence, Native Resistance, and the Coalescence of the Old South.

The article reviews "Aggressions and Sufferings: Settler Violence, Native Resistance, and the Coalescence of the Old South" by F. Evan Nooe, which examines the historical dynamics between White settlers and Native Americans in the American South. Nooe argues that settler violence and Indigenous resistance played crucial roles in shaping a distinct White Southern identity, characterized by a narrative of victimhood and exclusionary solidarity. The book details various conflicts, including the 1813 Creek War, and explores how White Southerners have historically memorialized their experiences while downplaying their role in instigating violence against Native populations. Nooe's work is presented as a significant contribution to understanding Southern history and identity, appealing to historians and the general public alike. [Extracted from the article]