Episode 6: Transcending Boundaries, Pvt. Albert Cashier on the Battlefield and in Society.
Description
In episode 5 of "The Civil Weird Podcast," we explore the life of Albert D.J. Cashier, a soldier who lived as a man during the American Civil War, despite being assigned female at birth. Born as Jennie Hodgers in Ireland, Cashier's journey offers valuable insights into the complexities of gender identity during a time when our current understanding of transgender individuals was virtually non-existent. From the battlegrounds of the Civil War to the challenges faced during the post-war years when Cashier's birth identity was revealed, we reflect on their resilience and commitment to authenticity in the face of societal norms and pressures. This episode aims to broaden understanding and challenge assumptions about historical narratives of gender and identity. So, let's make it Civil Weird!
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