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The Barbarian who started the Civil War

  • Staff writer
  • Feb 21, 2023
  • 1 min read


Video documentarist Matthew Cooke discusses the hidden history of Preston Brooks, the Barbarian who started the Civil War and Kansas Abolitionist Senator, Charles Sumner, the moral conscience of a nation.


Cooke's "Origin Stories" give essential context on America's history that are essential to better understanding the divisions we have as a country today. Check out his podcast on your favorite device.


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