Margaret Atwood Judson

American historian and author

Margaret Atwood Judson - American historian and author
Born

November 5th, 1899
125 years ago

Died

March 23rd, 1991
33 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An American historian and author, she focused on the history of the American Civil War and Reconstruction. A significant contribution includes writing 'The South in the Building of the Nation', an extensive work analyzing the Southern states' role in American history. Her insights on the socio-political environment of the era were influential in historical discourse. Atwood Judson also served as a professor at several universities, where she guided students in understanding complex historical narratives.

Authored 'The South in the Building of the Nation'

Served as a professor in historical studies

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