April 1861 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
How many states seceded in December 1860?
A
6 –> Texas + Louisiana
2
Q
Why should there not have been a war?
A
- Small confederate forces.
- No Northern support –> 40% votes for Lincoln
- Secretary of State Seward argued for a war with England to rally the nation.
3
Q
Which two federal forts held out when secessionist governments ordered the seizure of federal property?
A
Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter in Charlestown Harbour.
- Union commander focused 70 men at Fort Sumter and did not surrender.
4
Q
Who was leading men at Fort Sumter for Union?
A
Major Robert Anderson
5
Q
When did South fire on Fort Sumter?
A
12 April 1861
6
Q
How many ships / men did Lincoln send to Fort Sumter?
A
300 men in 3 ships
