APRIL 26, 1862:
The Siege
of Fort Macon, North Carolina.
As a preliminary step in capturing the small
ports of Morehead City and Beaufort, the Union attacks Fort Macon on the coast.
Fort Macon, predating the War of 1812, has not been well-maintained, it is only
lightly garrisoned under an unpopular commander, it has been invested since March
23rd and it is unable to resupply. Morale is low. When the Union
begins attacking it with Parrott guns the walls collapse. The fort surrenders.
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