apr 12, 1861 - Attack of Fort Sumter
Description:
Fort Sumter was a Union controlled fort in South Carolina. The Confederates attacked and the Union surrendered. Fortunately, only 2 soldiers died; however, this would not be the case for the rest of the battles of the Civil War. This attack marked the official start of the Civil War.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 12, 1861
Now
~ 163 years ago
