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202. American Civil War: Gettysburg (Part 3)

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202. American Civil War: Gettysburg (Part 3) mentions Intruders in the Dust by William Faulkner with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Intruders in the Dust
William Faulkner

Not one of his best books, but probably his single most famous passage, and he's talking about the moment that generations of Southern boys looked ba…

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Tom, Dominic and historian Adam Smith look at the most famous battle of the war and Abraham Lincoln’s 272 word address that became one of the best known speeches of all time. They also discuss the conditions of the black population during the conflict. The release date of the last episode, 'Aftermath & Legacy', is Monday 4th July. However, members of The Rest Is History Club get all episodes RIGHT NOW, so head to restishistorypod.com to sign up. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook
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Intruders in the Dust
William Faulkner

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Intruders in the Dust
William Faulkner
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The excerpt discusses a famous passage from William Faulkner's 'Intruders in the Dust', reflecting on the moment during the Battle of Gettysburg.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Readers interested in American Civil War literature
Key quote: Not one of his best books, but probably his single most famous passage, and he's talking about the moment that generations of Southern boys looked back at and said this was the high-water mark of the Confederacy.
The host mentions 'Intruders in the Dust' to highlight a significant moment in Southern history as depicted by Faulkner. This passage reflects the nostalgia and pivotal nature of the Battle of Gettysburg for Southern boys, emphasizing the stakes involved.
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William Faulkner

The host mentions 'Intruders in the Dust' to highlight a significant moment in Southern history as depicted by Faulkner. This passage reflects the…

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Glory

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The film Glory tells the story of black soldiers who fought for the Union, highlighting a contentious yet inspiring narrative.