Shelby Foote was little known until what year?
1981
1990
2010
1974
Answer
The year 1990 marked a turning point for Shelby Foote's recognition as a prominent historian. Prior to this, Foote was known primarily within academic circles for his detailed study of the Civil War. However, the release of Ken Burns's documentary series _The Civil War_ brought Foote's expertise to a national audience, transforming him into a widely recognized authority on the subject.
Uncovering Shelby Foote: The Life and Works of an American Writer, Historian, and Journalist
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