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Forrest's responsibility for the Fort Pillow massacre is..?

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The responsibility of Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest for the Fort Pillow massacre remains a subject of historical debate. The incident, which occurred in April 1864 during the American Civil War, resulted in the deaths of a large number of African American Union soldiers after they surrendered. Forrest's role in the massacre and the extent of his involvement continue to be contested, with varying interpretations of his actions and intentions.
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