Publisher's Synopsis
Reminiscences of Forts Sumter and Moultrie in 1860 to 1861 is a historical memoir written by Abner Doubleday. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences during the early stages of the American Civil War, specifically at Forts Sumter and Moultrie. Doubleday was a United States Army officer who was stationed at both forts during the secession crisis and the subsequent Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in April 1861. The memoir begins with Doubleday's arrival in Charleston, South Carolina, in November 1860, just as tensions between the North and South were reaching a boiling point. He describes the political climate in the city and the preparations being made at Fort Moultrie to defend against a potential attack. He then moves on to recount the events leading up to the attack on Fort Sumter, including the failed attempts at negotiation and the Confederate bombardment that ultimately led to the fort's surrender. Throughout the book, Doubleday provides a firsthand account of the military and political strategies employed by both sides, as well as his personal observations and reflections on the conflict. He also includes details about the daily life of soldiers at the forts, including their routines, living conditions, and interactions with the local population. Reminiscences of Forts Sumter and Moultrie in 1860 to 1861 offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War or the events leading up to it.1876. A West Point graduate, Doubleday was at Fort Sumter when it was attacked, signaling the beginning of the Civil War. He aimed the first Union gun fired in defense of the fort. A staunch abolitionist, he served in numerous campaigns throughout the Civil War, and was promoted to lieutenant colonel in 1863. After the war, he attained the rank of colonel before retiring from active service in December 1873. Doubleday is most famously remembered for being credited with inventing the game of baseball in 1839 at Cooperstown, New York, but it is thought that this is almost certainly untrue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
