Welcome to this comprehensive master article, serving as a one-stop directory for all my published pieces on Substack that delve into the contentious topic of polygamy (or plural marriage) within early Mormon history. My writings focus on historical evidence, primary sources, and testimonies that argue Joseph Smith neither practiced nor endorsed polygamy, portraying it instead as a later innovation by figures like Brigham Young that led to schisms in the Latter Day Saints movement. These articles highlight the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS, now Community of Christ) as preservers of the original monogamous doctrines, while critiquing the Utah-based LDS Church’s adoption of plural marriage. By compiling summaries, key insights, and direct links, this directory aims to facilitate deeper exploration and faithful debate on a topic that continues to divide scholars and believers. The publications are organized into thematic categories based on their content ...
In the aftermath of the American Civil War, personal accounts from soldiers offered raw glimpses into the brutal realities of conflict, far removed from romanticized histories. George Cary Eggleston’s Southern Soldier Stories captures the unvarnished experiences of Confederate troops, emphasizing not just battles but the everyday struggles against scarcity and deprivation. This excerpt from his collection, titled “Random Facts,” vividly illustrates the ingenuity and endurance of Southern soldiers amid profound shortages—of clothing, medicine, ammunition, and even food—highlighting how necessity forged both practical innovations and spiritual resilience. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, where survival often depended on makeshift solutions and unyielding determination.
https://humblymybrain.substack.com/p/confederate-soldiers-hardships-scarcity
