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Charleston Harbor 1861

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The map shows the layout of Charles Harbor in South Carolina in January of 1861. When South Carolina seceded from the Union in December of 1860, it demanded control of all Federal property, including Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie, both shown on the map. When the officers in charge of the forts refused, the Confederates attacked on April 12, 1861.

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Photo12/Universal Images Group

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UMG24A35_098

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51,7Mo (2,9Mo) / 30,3cm x 42,7cm / 3582 x 5040 (300dpi)

Mots clés

1861 map layout Charles Harbor South Carolina January 1861 South Carolina seceded Union December 1860 demanded control Federal property including Fort Sumter Fort Moultrie both shown map officers charge forts refused Confederates attacked April 12 1861