Carole Mathewson

About the Author

Carole Mathewson is a historian and author whose passion for the American Civil War has shaped her compelling narratives of human endurance and sacrifice. Drawing from extensive archival research and a deep empathy for the era's untold stories, she brings to life the personal struggles of those caught in the conflict's grip. In her acclaimed work, The Waste of War: The Story of a Civil War Union Surgeon and his Nurse, Mathewson explores the harrowing experiences of medical personnel on the front lines, blending meticulous historical detail with poignant emotional depth. A former educator and museum curator, she resides in the rolling hills of Virginia, where she continues to unearth and illuminate the voices of history's overlooked figures.