44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Ovation
**Ovation, The Demon of Unrest - Summary** On the morning of April 18, aboard the *Baltic* off Sandy Hook, New Jersey, Capt. Gustavus Fox and Major Anderson reflected on the recent events surrounding Fort Sumter. Anderson, with a sense of resignation, dictated a summary to Simon Cameron, Secretary of War, describing the dire state of the fort after a 34-hour defense. He outlined the destruction suffered, lacking provisions, and the subsequent decision to evacuate under terms offered by General Beauregard.…-
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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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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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Peculiar Circumstances
**Chapter Summary: Peculiar Circumstances** On Saturday, April 13, Private Young of Fort Sumter observed a sudden lull in firing from Confederate batteries around one o'clock, leading to unease among the oarsmen who wished to leave, fearing for Young's safety. Meanwhile, Louis T. Wigfall arrived at the fort to negotiate its surrender, despite having no official orders to do so. He offered Anderson any terms that might be desired, to which Anderson responded by agreeing to the terms previously proposed by…-
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Bloody Sunday
On Sunday, April 14, the day designated for the evacuation of Fort Sumter, the atmosphere was warm and sunny. Black smoke ascended from the fort as Edmund Ruffin and the Palmetto Guard boarded a steamer, joining a crowd of spectators excited for the departure of Major Anderson and his garrison. Though anticipated to occur by 9 a.m., the evacuation faced several delays that stretched into the afternoon. Major Anderson boarded the Catawba to begin the transfer process to the Isabel, which would subsequently…-
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Acclaim
The chapter titled "Acclaim" delves into the events surrounding the bombardment and fall of Fort Sumter on April 14-15, a pivotal moment in American history. The protagonist, a journalist named Russell, realizes the enormity of the situation only on that Sunday as he reflects on the preceding night spent aboard the steamer *Georgiana*. Restless and unable to sleep due to distractions and mosquitoes, he laments his experience and watches passengers indulge in cocktails early in the morning, noting the…-
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