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The American Civil War Erupts: The Attack on Fort Sumter
FEATURE STORY April 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the Confederate shelling of Fort Sumter, located on an island in Charleston Harbor and commanded by Union major Robert Anderson. The shots fired here during April 12–13, 1861, represent the first of the Civil War—the nation's bloodiest conflict. A number of special events and exhibits have been planned to commemorate the sesquicentennial of this pivotal moment in American history. READ MORE NEED TO KNOW This section offers a wealth of ABC-CLIO reference items, maps, images, and documents that explore the events, individuals, and ideas surrounding the bombardment of Fort Sumter and the start of the Civil War. The introductory essay provides a detailed overview of the attack on Fort Sumter, as well as the Confederate and Union responses to the first shots of the conflict. READ MORE EXAMINE On March 29, 1861, President Abraham Lincoln asked each member of his cabinet to share his thoughts on the controversial question of whether or not to resupply the besieged Fort Sumter. This guided writing exercise, in which students assume Lincoln's task of making the difficult final decision based on the divided opinions of his cabinet, is an excellent way to develop critical thinking skills. READ MORE SHOP OUR STORE
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