Southern Historical Society

The Southern Historical Society, founded in 1869, was an organization dedicated to preserving the history and memory of the Confederacy and Southern states during the Civil War. It aimed to document and promote Southern perspectives on the conflict, emphasizing states' rights and Southern cultural identity. While initially focused on honoring Confederate soldiers and leaders, the society also influenced how the Civil War was remembered and interpreted in later years. Its work contributed to the broader Southern historical narrative, though some of its views have been scrutinized or challenged over time.