Deadwood's portrayal of Civil War veterans
These characters remind me of the many soldiers I have researched in the course of writing the CWN column and book. The facts I've uncovered lead me to believe that life for those who survived the war was difficult for many, who suffered emotionally and physically from wounds, disease and what would today be diagnosed as post-traumatic syndrome. What I've strived for in non-fiction, Deadwood has addressed in fiction. That is, to tell the stories of a generation of common men who participated in our nation's greatest crisis, "The Brother's War," as Deadwood's preacher referred to it.
Bottom line: It is refreshing to see such an honest and straightforward presentation of a period in our history of great hope and deep sorrow. I highly recommend the program. It is not suitable for children due to the language and adult themes.
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