'Gods and Generals' presents reality history (Phyllis Schlafly)

townhall.com ^ | March 4, 2003 | Phyllis Schlafly

[condi2008]

Today, 55 colleges and universities, including the most prestigious, have no American history requirement and only a fifth of colleges require any course in history.This is shocking, amazing, but unfortunately, not surprising.

[wasp69]

(Southerners certainly did not die to defend slavery, since few Southern soldiers owned any slaves).

Uh-oh, the "it was all about slavery" brigade will be here post haste to make sure they keep this little historical fact behind the curtain. Can't have an annoying little thing like the truth being told.......

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bttt--the times, they are a-changin'...

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[SCDogPapa]

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[stainlessbanner]

I found a Christian review of G&G here: Movie reviewer offers critique of ‘Gods and Generals’

[ricpic]

Saw Gods & Generals. A great film. But be warned: by the end of it you'll be completely wrung out emotionally.
This film is completely politically incorrect. Hope the kommisars of kulture aren't successful in burying it.

[Valin]

This epic recounts the gripping history of the Civil War prior to Gettysburg, and there isn't a dull moment in its awesome four hours


First of all I LOVE THIS MOVIE!!! But(and isn't there always a but) IMO if a person is not a history buff they will find large portions of the film boring.
I do wish the movie had shown more of the pre-war scenes found in the book. I am particularly thinking of the relationship between Hancock and Armistad. A tale that even after al these years never fails to chock me up.

[Pern]

"Gods and Generals" can remedy a glaring gap in the teaching of American history. It's a must-see.

Thanks for the ping, I'm buying the DVD as soon as it comes out. I can't see myself sitting in a movie theater for almost 4 hrs w/ no smoke/potty break!

[Chewbacca]

I sort of recall being taught in High School that the Civil War was about slavery, but I never fully agreed with that position.

I have always been an avid history and war buff and one day while reading an article in Civil War History magazine describing the cause of the war as a tax revolt opened my eyes.

The magazine backed up its claims with excerpts from English (UK) newspapers at the start of the war.

It seems that no one really questioned the Souths right to break away from the Union, but what really provoked the war was the attack on Union troops at Ft. Sumpter.

[Valin]

To say it had nothing to do with slavery, is just as silly as saying it was all about slavery.

[stainlessbanner]

I think the DVD with Director's cut is 5 1/2 hours!

[ewing]

Try 6 hours.. (I cant wait)

[Pern]

I think the DVD with Director's cut is 5 1/2 hours!

Ah, but I can take that sitting in my LazyBoy with a few drinks and some smokes! I'm very much looking forward to it.

[SCDogPapa]

I can't see myself sitting in a movie theater for almost 4 hrs w/ no smoke/potty break!

PLEASE!!! Don't wait!!! Go see it!! It's the fastest 4hrs. you will ever spend. There are a few chances during the first 2 1/2hrs to get to the restroom. As far as smoking, do like I did. Smoke before you go in. You won't even think about it after the movie starts.

[Snowy]

To say it had nothing to do with slavery, is just as silly as saying it was all about slavery.

I did not see the movie, but my husband and son did. Without drawing flames, they told me that the movie 'was very kind to the views of the south'.

[wasp69]

To say it had nothing to do with slavery, is just as silly as saying it was all about slavery.

You are right and you will never hear me say any such thing.

[Valin]

It does show them as honorable men, fighting for their "country". It really didn't touch very much on the subject of slavery and the evils there of.

For more on the movie
Ron Maxwells web site.
http://www.ronmaxwell.com/index.html

[Valin]

Dottos The Last Full Measure.
While I am no fan of Ted Turner, I believe he deserves our thanks for funding these movies.