In this JSTOR Article, a new perspective of the Massacre of Wounded Knee is introduced. This perspective was found in an old diary, from an unknown citizen of the United States. While there is no name that signifies his work, what does signify his work is the military view he takes on the events that occurred during Wounded Knee. Throughout his diary he describes the historic events with precision, discussing why the 7th Calvary acted as they did in the events throughout the Massacre.