On this third day of the Second Battle of Fort Fisher, the Federals prevail. Additional Confederate troops arrive on the battlefield this morning, but at midday even more Union troops land ashore in the form of some 2,200 sailors and marines. At about 3:30 the naval bombardment ends and the Federal’s land assault upon the…
Today the Second Battle of Fort Fisher commences. Unsuccessful in an attempt to take the coastal North Carolina fort last month, Union forces are better prepared this time around. The amphibious assault begins in the early morning hours and includes colored regiments. As with most all colored regiments, Baptists are well represented among the troops.…
Today U.S. President Abraham Lincoln is presented with a note proposing a meeting of “commissioners” from the North and South to explore possible paths to peace. This initiative results in behind-the-scenes diplomacy in the coming weeks. Also in Washington, D.C. this day, Kentucky Baptist and U.S. Congressman Green Clay Smith delivers a speech in favor…