apr 12, 1861 - Battle of Fort Sumter
Description:
The Battle of Fort Sumter occurred on April 12-13, 1861, when Confederate forces opened fire on the Union-held fort in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, marking the official start of the American Civil War. After 34 hours of continuous bombardment, the Union forces surrendered the fort, igniting widespread national fervor and prompting four more states to join the Confederacy.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 12, 1861
Now
~ 164 years ago