Josie Underwood and the Civil War

The transcript discusses Josie Underwood, a 20-year-old from Bowling Green, who kept a diary during the Civil War. Her family, staunch Unionists in a predominantly Confederate town, faced significant challenges, including the destruction of their home. Josie's love story with a Confederate lawyer highlights the personal conflicts of the war. The narrative illustrates the war's devastating impact on personal relationships and communities, with immense casualties and suffering.

Who was Josie Underwood?

• A nurse during the Civil War

• A Union general

• A 20-year-old girl from Bowling Green

• A Confederate soldier

How many soldiers were killed during the Civil War?

• 100,000

• 200,000

• 600,000

• 1,000,000

What was the stance of Josie's family during the Civil War?

• Neutral

• Pro-Confederate

• Staunch Unionists

• Abolitionists

What happened to Josie's family's home during the war?

• It remained untouched

• It was turned into a hospital

• It was burned to the ground

• It was used as a military base

Who did Josie fall in love with?

• A Union soldier

• A Confederate general

• A wealthy lawyer from Memphis

• A doctor from New York

What was the main conflict in Josie's relationship?

• Financial issues

• Family disapproval

• Different political loyalties

• Distance

What does Josie's story illustrate about the Civil War?

• It caused personal conflicts, even among lovers

• It was a war fought only on battlefields

• It had no impact on personal relationships

• It was a war of economic interests

What is the broader impact of the Civil War as highlighted in the transcript?

• It was quickly forgotten

• It only affected soldiers

• It caused incalculable human suffering

• It was a minor conflict