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The American Civil War: Scene At Fort Moultrie During The Bombardment Of Charleston
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The American Civil War: Scene At Fort Moultrie During The Bombardment Of Charleston
The American Civil War: Scene At Fort Moultrie During The Bombardment Of Charleston, 6 June, 1863
One of the most gallant feats in the bombardment of Fort Charleston. The action was at its height when a ball cut the flagstaff in two just above the traverse; and as it fell it struck a poor fellow on the back of the head, killing him on the spot. The quartermaster of the battalion in the fort immediately sprang forward, and seizing the fallen flag tore it from its hold and leapt on to the traverse, where he stood under the heavy fire immovable, until a jurymast was rigged and raised in the place of the shattered staff. The soldiers in the foreground are removing the broken staff from the body of the poor fellow, who lies beneath it, and who was the only man killed by the Federal fire
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1863 19th Century History American Civil War American History Americana Bombardment Bombs Castle Charleston Civil War Fighter Flag Fort Moultrie Fortress Missiles Old Print Quint Shells Soldier Soldiers The American Civil War The Civil War Trooper United States Of America Warrior 6 June Fatality Moultrie
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This vintage engraving captures a poignant moment during the American Civil War at Fort Moultrie in Charleston. The scene depicts the intense bombardment of the fort on June 6,1863. Amidst the chaos and destruction, one act of bravery stands out. A Confederate soldier, serving as quartermaster, witnesses his flagstaff being severed by an enemy ball just above the traverse. Tragically, this same projectile strikes a fellow soldier on the back of his head, instantly ending his life. In an awe-inspiring display of courage and determination, the quartermaster springs into action. He swiftly retrieves the fallen flag from its shattered hold and ascends to stand upon the traverse under relentless enemy fire. Unyielding in his duty and loyalty to his cause, he remains steadfast until a makeshift jurymast is raised in place of the destroyed staff. Meanwhile, soldiers in the foreground tenderly remove their fallen comrade's body from beneath the broken staff—a solemn reminder of sacrifice amidst war's brutality. This evocative print serves as a testament to both heroism and tragedy witnessed during this pivotal period in American history. It transports us back to a time when brave men fought valiantly for their beliefs while highlighting how even amidst devastation and loss, acts of valor can inspire hope for future generations.
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