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The Real Danger
The Real Danger is vividly depicted in this chapter, as the United States faces an escalating crisis with Abraham Lincoln on the verge of taking office. The tension surrounding the nation intensifies, particularly with the presence of Anderson at Fort Sumter, signaling the growing unrest in the South. As Lincoln prepares to step into a divided and volatile nation, his frustrations mount due to the political vacuum left by the outgoing President Buchanan, who fails to take any decisive action in the face of…-
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A Solemn Council
A Solemn Council unfolds on February 4 as Lincoln's preparations for his journey to Washington coincided with intense political activity surrounding secession in Virginia. A recent election in Virginia revealed that the majority of the state's delegates favored remaining in the Union, a position reinforced by Lincoln's appointed representative, William Seward, who believed additional compromises would be necessary to maintain this support. This hopeful sentiment was further supported by results from…-
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The Commissioners
The Commissioners, acting as intermediaries for the Confederate government, visited Secretary of State Seward on March 15, 1861, to discuss the escalating tensions and the possibility of peaceful negotiation. Their goal was to avert war and find a resolution through diplomatic channels. However, despite Seward's political acumen, he informed them that he could not secure an audience with President Lincoln due to opposition from within the Cabinet. Instead, Seward attempted to defuse the situation by…-
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Tea and Angst
Tea and Angst were pervasive throughout Charleston on April 13, as the city grappled with the heavy tension in the air. Despite the relief experienced the previous evening when it was reported that no Confederate troops had been injured during the bombardment, the reality of the ongoing conflict remained undeniable. The day began with a burst of sunlight after the morning rain, which only illuminated the rising columns of black smoke from Fort Sumter. The Union fleet’s inaction, with ships stationed just…-
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Chapter 14 delves into the life of Anna Thomas Jeanes, born in 1822 in Philadelphia. A portrait of Anna, painted after her death, captures her modest nature, as she is dressed in a simple black gown and white shawl, avoiding any adornments typical of her time. Throughout her life, she shunned the spotlight, choosing not to be photographed or painted, which further emphasizes her humble character. As the youngest of ten children, Anna experienced significant loss early in life, with three siblings passing…-
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Chapter 12: Revolt at Kingston Springs provides an insightful account of a critical turning point in John Lewis’s life and his role within the civil rights movement during the mid-1960s. In May of 1965, Lewis penned a powerful essay for the New York Herald Tribune, calling for the civil rights movement to place greater emphasis on political power and action. Drawing inspiration from Bayard Rustin, who had long advocated for addressing systemic inequalities in jobs, education, and housing through…-
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Prologue
In the prologue titled "Be Ready When the Luck Happens," the author takes the reader back to a formative moment in the fall of 1965, a day filled with both struggle and profound growth. She had recently begun dating Jeffrey Garten, a charismatic and adventurous sophomore at Dartmouth College, and was visiting him on what she hoped would be a simple, laid-back occasion. However, Jeffrey had other plans. Instead of a relaxed day together, he suggested a hike up Balch Hill, located in Hanover, New…-
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Chapter III opens by spotlighting the harsh reality of constructing a lighthouse in the perilous waters off the Scottish coast. The Bell Rock, invisible during high tide, presented constant danger to passing ships, and early methods to signal its presence proved unreliable. One such method—installing a warning bell by a local abbot—was ultimately lost to pirates, turning into legend rather than lasting aid. Mariners continued to face the risk of destruction on the submerged reef, and calls for a…-
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Chapter III - Memoir of Fleeming Jenkin presents the critical phase between 1851 and 1858, when Jenkin’s development as an engineer, thinker, and partner took shape. After the passing of Aunt Anna, his family relocated from the sunlit familiarity of Genoa to the smoke-laden streets of Manchester. This transition exposed him to the gritty realism of industrial Britain, contrasting sharply with the colorful vibrancy he had known. Yet, rather than feel diminished, Jenkin thrived—immersing himself in an…-
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