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Blood and Dishonor
Blood and Dishonor unfolded in Washington on December 27, 1860, as former Assistant Secretary of State William Henry Trescot met with Senators Jefferson Davis of Mississippi and R.M.T. Hunter of Virginia to discuss urgent matters. The three rushed to the White House to brief President Buchanan, who appeared visibly anxious. Trescot observed Buchanan’s nervousness during the meeting, especially when Buchanan casually mentioned the consul in Liverpool, prompting Davis to steer the conversation toward more…-
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The Major Gets an Idea
The Major Gets an Idea centers on Capt. John G. Foster, a seasoned veteran of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, tasked with strengthening the defenses of Charleston Harbor during the tense period following South Carolina's secession in December 1860. At thirty-seven years old, Foster was already known for his experience and distinctive limp, a remnant of past combat. He had taken the initiative to reinforce Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie by employing civilian workers to dig a wet ditch around Fort Moultrie…-
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A Signal at Christmas
A Signal at Christmas unfolds in South Carolina during the holiday season of 1860, as the state's secession convention takes center stage, issuing a declaration outlining its reasons for breaking away from the Union. Central to the argument was the issue of slavery and states' rights, which were viewed as being under constant threat from the federal government. Delegate Christopher G. Memminger spoke passionately about the Union's failure to uphold the rights of slaveholding states, citing broken…-
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Subterfuge
Subterfuge was at play as Major Anderson devised a cunning strategy to occupy Fort Sumter amidst the rising tensions with South Carolina’s forces. Recognizing the imminent threat to Fort Sumter, Anderson made the decision to evacuate the families of twenty women and twenty-five children from Fort Moultrie to Fort Johnson, presenting this move as a precaution against potential violence. Under the guise of ensuring their safety, Anderson chartered three schooners, intending to mislead observers about his…-
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A Confidential Visit
A Confidential Visit unfolds between December 11 and 14, with Major Anderson at Fort Moultrie caught in the rising tensions that define the increasingly volatile political climate of Charleston Harbor. As tensions escalate and the threat of conflict looms, Captain Truman Seymour, a seasoned artillery officer with experience in combat, arrives at the fort to deliver a memorandum outlining a detailed defensive strategy. Seymour warns Anderson of the likelihood of deceptive tactics being used by the…-
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To Dare
To Dare, the political climate in South Carolina grew increasingly volatile in December 1860. A convention of 169 prominent figures, including former congressmen, governors, and senators, gathered in Columbia to address the growing issue of secession. These delegates, most of whom were wealthy slave owners, were deeply concerned about the national debate surrounding slavery and the election of Abraham Lincoln. As South Carolina’s secession seemed inevitable, the atmosphere in the room was one of palpable…-
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Frustration
Frustration fills the air during the period between December 20 and 24 as Navy Lieutenant David Dixon Porter finds himself navigating the increasingly complex political landscape in Washington amidst the secession crisis. On his way through downtown, Porter passes the residence of Senator Jefferson Davis, where a lively party is in full swing. Despite his unwavering loyalty to the Union, Porter has maintained relationships across party lines, seeking to understand the potential paths to peace. His…-
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Party Malice
Party Malice settled heavily over Springfield, Illinois, as the post-Election Day euphoria gave way to a palpable sense of unease. The excitement that followed Abraham Lincoln's narrow victory slowly faded into a more subdued mood in the city, where many residents appeared to forget the turmoil surrounding the election. Although plans for Lincoln's formal celebration, a “Jollification,” were underway, it was evident that many were less enthusiastic about the event, largely due to the slim margin by…-
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Placing the Knife
Placing the Knife captures the intense emotional and political landscape Mary Chesnut found herself navigating after the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860, an event that marked the beginning of an era she saw as fraught with danger. While traveling back to South Carolina from Florida, she learned of Lincoln's election through discussions among passengers on the train, where it was said that "Lincoln was elected and our fate sealed." Mary’s immediate reaction was one of certainty: she believed that this…-
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Aunt Fancy Speaks
Aunt Fancy Speaks as she reflects on the deepening political tensions that defined December of 1860, focusing on President Buchanan’s handling of South Carolina's secession crisis. With the possibility of South Carolina breaking away from the Union looming large, Buchanan concentrated on drafting his annual message to Congress. William Henry Trescot, a member of South Carolina’s elite, played a significant role in advising Buchanan, providing insights into the region’s grievances and the Southern…-
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