Episode 225 - More Than a Hero Part 2: The Complex Life of Winfield Scott Hancock
This week on the Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery podcast, we conclude our conversation on the fascinating story of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock. From his heroic actions at Gettysburg to his passionate pursuits and personal heartbreaks, Civil War historian MJ Henion shares the human side of this celebrated war hero. Join us as we explore Hancock's politics, death, and burial, and discover why his wife is laid to rest in another state.
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Living Historian
Major Pauline Cushman is portrayed by MJ Henion. A student of history all her life, her interest in the Civil War began as a child after receiving the book Lee and Grant at Appomattox by MacKinlay Kantor as a gift.
She is a member of the Capital District Civil War Roundtable, Gettysburg Foundation and American Battlefield Trust.
MJ holds a degree in sports medicine health/wellness and resides in Delmar, NY with her two dogs. She works in primary care while enjoying Civil War history, photography and watching her sports teams US Army Black Knights, Syracuse University, NY Giants and the NY Yankees.