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The Demon of Unrest
The Demon of Unrest by Michael James Fannon follows a troubled protagonist confronting supernatural forces and inner demons. Set in a haunting world, the novel explores themes of fear, guilt, and the unsettling effects of personal turmoil.-
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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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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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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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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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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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Smoke and Cheers
Smoke and Cheers lingered in the atmosphere at Fort Sumter, where an air of tension and unease prevailed. Captain Doubleday vividly described the fort’s damp, dark, and unfinished state, with only fifteen of the planned one hundred and twenty guns mounted, signaling the incomplete nature of the fortress. Despite its impressive design, intended to safeguard the area from external threats, much of the fort remained under construction. The cluttered interiors, filled with debris, made daily life difficult…-
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Strange News
Strange News reached Edmund Ruffin as his steamer neared Fernandina, Florida, in late December 1860. Ruffin, eager to influence Florida's legislature toward secession, planned to travel by train to Gainesville and then visit his friend William Owens’ plantation in Marion County before attending the secession convention in Tallahassee on January 3. While en route, Ruffin received several telegrams, one of which informed him that the garrison at Fort Moultrie had been moved to Fort Sumter. This startling…-
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Ominous Doings
Ominous Doings began to unfold as South Carolina’s preparations for war became increasingly evident between December 28 and 31, 1860. Governor Pickens called upon local planters to construct gun batteries along vital locations such as the Santee River and Winyah Bay, urging them to defend their land with the same patriotic fervor as their Revolutionary War ancestors. On December 28, he took a significant step by prohibiting the shipment of arms to Fort Sumter, although mail delivery was still permitted,…-
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Turmoil
Turmoil in Charleston began on December 27, 1860, when Major Anderson took control of Fort Sumter, prompting Governor Francis W. Pickens to act swiftly. Despite the largely ceremonial nature of the governorship, Pickens disregarded objections from the state legislature and ordered the South Carolina militia to seize all remaining federal properties in Charleston Harbor. The first target was Castle Pinckney, which was overtaken by around 150 militia members who scaled the fort’s walls to find it nearly…-
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