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Chapter
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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Four Telegrams
The chapter titled "Four Telegrams" presents a critical communication dated April 10, 1861, during the lead-up to the Civil War, involving key figures General Beauregard and L. P. Walker. The correspondence begins with a telegram from Montgomery directed to General Beauregard in Charleston, urging immediate action regarding Fort Sumter. Walker, as the Confederate Secretary of War, emphasizes the necessity of demanding the evacuation of the fort if Beauregard confirms the Washington Government's intent to…-
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Confusion
In the chapter titled "Confusion," set in Charleston on April 11, Beauregard faced significant challenges as he prepared for an imminent conflict against Fort Sumter. Despite the excitement, he was unprepared for war, hindered by a shortage of gunpowder after recent vigorous displays. With only enough powder to sustain a few hours of fire, he awaited a fresh supply due that night from Augusta, Georgia, which required careful transport through an area vulnerable to enemy fire. Beauregard's difficulties…-
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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 Sumter Expedition
Captain Fox felt increasingly powerless as he contemplated a risky attempt to break through to Fort Sumter. He concluded that trying to fight his way in without the formidable presence of the *Powhatan* and its army of soldiers would be a reckless endeavor, especially given the tumultuous seas. While he held onto hope for the *Powhatan's* arrival, he sought to ensure that Major Anderson would at least receive some provisions in the interim. This necessity prompted him to rely on the quick thinking of one…-
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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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