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Pledge
Pledge became a pivotal moment in the growing political turmoil of 1860, as President Buchanan’s administration struggled to respond effectively to South Carolina’s secession. The resignation of key cabinet members, such as Howell Cobb, the Secretary of the Treasury, and Lewis Cass, the Secretary of State, highlighted the increasing instability within the government. Cobb’s resignation, driven by his loyalty to Georgia and the South, came after he found himself at odds with Buchanan’s handling of…-
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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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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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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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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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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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