Thank you for your thoughtful responses. I have spent a great deal of time immersed in the history of the Civil War. For a time, I was even employed as a tour guide at Stonewall Jackson's house. So I do not make my comments from a position of ignorance.
I understand that the issue of secession was not new in 1860, and honorable men disagreed. But I have come to believe that the actions of the Southern states during that period amounted to rebellion. Obviously, many disagree with me. And my guess is that the two views will never be reconciled.
I continue sympathize with those in Wisconsin who are offended by someone who chooses to fly the flag of the Confederacy.
Seems to me you learned NOTHING about Stonewall Jackson, if you feel that way.
I am offended that YOU want to deny the man in Wisconsin his freedom of speech and his property rights.... those freedoms that so many of us have served in the US Military to protect over the past 200 plus years!!
Thanks for your polite reply; with regard to this article, I am not sure why the mall owner isn't flying the bonnie blue flag. The battle flag, while much better recognized, really doesn't fit in with the them of national flags involved in impacting Wisconsin's history.
I guess we should have sympathy for those British people who are offended by the sight of an American Flag. That was one hell of a rebellion.