William T. Sherman’s two Federal armies are now entirely in South Carolina. Despite difficulties traversing obstacles, the Federals push on against what remains of a Confederate resistance.
Tag: South Atlantic Blockading Squadron
Sherman Looks to South Carolina
William T. Sherman prepares for what promises to be another devastating Federal march through the southern heartland. Meanwhile, Confederate reinforcements are scarce.
Charleston Becomes a Camp
John A.B. Dahlgren of the Federal South Atlantic Blockading Squadron proposes that the Federal forces use torpedo boats to attack enemy vessels in Charleston Harbor. Meanwhile, Confederates continued to hold Fort Sumter, and blockade-runners occasionally continue to escape.
The Battle of Charleston: Aftermath
Rear-Admiral Samuel F. Du Pont angrily refutes claims that he should not have retreated in the recent naval battle in Charleston Harbor.
Capturing Charleston is Imperative
General P.G.T. Beauregard, commanding the Confederate defenses in South Carolina and Georgia, issues a proclamation warning citizens that a Federal attack on either Charleston or Savannah is imminent.
The Federal Blockade Tightens
Federal naval forces make gains in December by capturing various blockade runners and seizing forts along the coast.