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The Correspondent
On Thursday, April 11, William Russell of the London Times dined at the modest residence of General Winfield Scott, the commander of military forces in Washington. Upon arrival, he was greeted by soldiers on horseback patrolling the street. Inside, he joined a gathering that included notable figures like William Seward and Attorney General Bates, as well as Major George W. Cullum, a stern Army engineer known for his past construction of fortifications, including Fort Sumter. The dinner was remarkable,…-
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The Angel of Death
**Summary of "The Angel of Death, The Demon of Unrest" Chapter** On April 12, 1861, Captain Gustavus Fox aboard the *Baltic* arrived at his fleet’s rendezvous point off Charleston in treacherous weather. He was expecting to see lights from the other ships, especially the *Powhatan*, but it was still too dark, and there was no sign of them. During his search, the *Baltic* was nearly grounded on Rattlesnake Shoal but managed to break free. Only one ship, the *Harriet Lane*, was present, and it faced crew…-
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Sunrise
**Sunrise, The Demon of Unrest - Chapter Summary** On the morning of April 12, Captain Doubleday commenced his day at Fort Sumter with breakfast alongside other officers. Following a meager meal of salt pork, farina, and rice salvaged from the fort, they readied themselves for the day’s imminent conflict. The officers organized the garrison into gunnery squads to ensure a sustained firing effort once fatigue set in. Doubleday led the first group to the guns facing the Iron Battery on Morris Island. He…-
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The Sumter Expedition
On a Friday morning at seven a.m., the warship *Pawnee* arrived near Charleston, joining the *Harriet Lane* and Captain Fox's ship, the *Baltic*. They were still awaiting the arrival of tugboats and the warships *Powhatan* and *Pocahontas*, which contained soldiers and heavy artillery. Despite the absence of these vessels, Captain Fox decided to proceed with the first phase of his mission: delivering provisions to Fort Sumter peacefully. As *Baltic* raised steam and sailed towards Charleston, accompanied…-
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The Great Darkness
The chapter titled "The Great Darkness" takes place on Friday, April 12, during a significant moment in the history of Fort Sumter. At midday, Private Thompson of Fort Sumter observes a third steamship joining two others that have been present since dawn. This raises the hopes of the men stationed at the fort, as they believed these vessels were part of an expedition to relieve them. However, as time passes, the ships remain stationary, leading Thompson to anticipate that they would wait until nightfall to…-
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The Worst Fear
**Chapter Summary: The Worst Fear** On April 13, a significant escalation in conflict was noted by Captain Foster, the chief engineer at Fort Sumter. He documented improved aim from Confederate gunners in his engineering journal, describing their increasing intensity as they targeted the fort. The Confederate forces utilized “hot shot,” which resulted in injuries to four men when a shot struck a ground-level embrasure. A more severe incident occurred when an explosive shell ignited a fire in the…-
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The Sumter Expedition
**The Sumter Expedition** On the morning of April 13, Captain Fox and his team of volunteers were preparing their captured schooner for a planned operation off the Charleston Bar. The day was bright and mostly clear, although the wind was strong, suggesting challenging conditions for their mission. As midmorning approached, an ominous black smoke began to billow from the harbor, signaling increased activity and conflict in the surrounding area. By this time, Captain Rowan of the *Pawnee* expressed…-
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Tea and Angst
In Charleston on Saturday, April 13, anxiety hung heavy in the air, rendering even routine tasks impossible. The morning's relentless rain yielded to brilliant sunlight, illuminating the Mills House hotel while shadows danced along Meeting Street. Amidst this, cannon fire from across the bay intensified, signaling the commencement of a new battle. The Union fleet remained inactive, perceived as cowards by spectators, especially as Fort Sumter burned. The previous night had brought relief when news broke…-
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Doubleday’s Revenge
In the chapter titled "Doubleday’s Revenge," dated Saturday, April 13, the narrative centers on the harrowing events surrounding the loss of Fort Sumter's flag, a poignant symbol of national identity for Major Anderson and his men. The Confederates' attack on the flag exemplifies their dishonor, as they claim to revere integrity but act brutally against a symbol of union. In a remarkable act of courage, Peter Hart, a New York City police officer, retrieves a spar to replace the damaged flagstaff. Despite…-
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Wigfall
**Wigfall, The Demon of Unrest: Chapter Summary** On Saturday, April 13, from Edmund Ruffin’s perspective, the flag at Fort Sumter appeared to be missing, prompting concern among the officers at Moultrie who speculated that Major Anderson might be prepared to surrender. Brig. Gen. James Simons decided to cease fire and instructed former U.S. senator Col. Louis T. Wigfall, a boisterous and hefty Texan, to row to Sumter to ascertain the situation. Despite Wigfall's reputation for heavy drinking and…-
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