apr 12, 1861 - Fort Sumter
April 12, 1861
Fort Sumter was the first battle of the Civil War.
After the Secession, the confederate commanded the surrender of
Fort Summer.But the Union commander demanded not to surrender and
wait for reinforcements
Outcome: Confederate Victory-No Casualties
Significance: 1st Battle of the civil war
Lincoln's call to arms raised75,000
Several more southern states seceded
