David T. Crum

David T. Crum holds a Ph.D. in Historical Theology. He serves as an Assistant Professor of History. His research interests include the history of warfare and Christianity.

30 Articles

George W. Truett: Defending Thy Neighbor

"Very well; wherever in all the world there’s anybody who needs you and me, there’s our neighbor." - George W. Truett

World War I 4 min read

Oliver Cromwell: Providence, War, and Christianity

“Oliver not only desired a faithful preacher for his soldiers but required them to observe a Christian behavior and an exact discipline.” - Jean-Henri Merle d’Aubigné

English Civil War 3 min read

The Christian Courage and Bravery of Stonewall Jackson

"With men falling dead all around him and fire growing hotter and hotter, he was always in perfect possession of his faculties and his mind was clear under all circumstances. It has been said that Jackson was at his best when enveloped in fire and smoke." - John Richardson

U.S. Civil War 8 min read

The Confederate Army and God

"Robert E. Lee would go down in Confederate history as the ultimate Christian soldier, an outcome that would have surprised the young Lee, who faithfully attended services and prayed, but also fretted about his sinfulness and waited until age forty-six to join the Episcopal Church." - George Rable

U.S. Civil War 22 min read

WWII: Wounded Soldier Says Cheer Up to His Parents

"The people over here don’t have that [freedom]. And if we boys had not come over here and fought, you at home, would not have that either. I have seen many homes with people in them blown to pieces. Charles and Robert would not allow such things to happen to you." - Sgt. James Hester

World War II 1 min read

Rev. William S. Plumer: Union Traitor or Faithful Preacher?

"Plumer was no heretic, nor was he disloyal to his country. He was a passionate theologian who remained consistent in his beliefs and teachings." - David T. Crum

U.S. Civil War 7 min read