• Episode 8: Medal of Anomolies, The Civil Weird Tale of the 27th Maine and Their Medals of Honor

  • Sep 12 2023
  • Length: 1 hr and 45 mins
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Episode 8: Medal of Anomolies, The Civil Weird Tale of the 27th Maine and Their Medals of Honor

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  • In this fascinating episode, we delve into the peculiar story of the 27th Maine Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. This unit, composed of volunteers, was faced with a unique situation that led to one of the most unusual occurrences in the history of the Congressional Medal of Honor. We explore the circumstances leading up to the regiment being awarded – en masse – the Medal of Honor, and the subsequent controversy and revocation of these medals. Through historical records, and personal letters, we unravel the complex narrative of duty, honor, and the fine line between recognition and excess. This episode promises to shine a light on a lesser-known yet intriguing chapter of Civil War history, filled with moral dilemmas and administrative anomalies. Join us as we dissect the events and decisions that make the story of the 27th Maine a truly Civil Weird tale in the annals of the war. So, let's make it Civil Weird!
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