Major Robert Anderson And Fort Sumter 1861

By Eba Lawton, Eba Anderson Lawton, Eliza McIntosh Clinch Anderson Lawton

Book Overview

Major Robert Anderson and Fort Sumter 1861 is a historical book written by Eba Anderson Lawton. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the American Civil War and the role played by Major Robert Anderson in the defense of Fort Sumter.The book begins by providing a brief background of Major Robert Anderson, a career soldier who was tasked with the defense of Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. The book then goes on to describe the political climate of the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War, including the issue of slavery, states' rights, and the secession of southern states.As tensions between the North and South escalated, Major Anderson found himself in a precarious position. His decision to move his troops to Fort Sumter, a strategic location in Charleston Harbor, was seen as a provocation by the Confederate government. The book describes in detail the events leading up to the attack on Fort Sumter, including the negotiations between Major Anderson and the Confederate government.The book also provides a detailed account of the attack on Fort Sumter, including the military tactics used by both sides and the aftermath of the battle. It also explores the impact of the attack on the American Civil War, including the mobilization of troops and the political fallout.Overall, Major Robert Anderson and Fort Sumter 1861 is a well-researched and informative book that provides a comprehensive account of one of the key events that led to the American Civil War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, military history, or the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425498353
• ISBN13: 9781425498351
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"