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Prior to the battle for Fort Sumter in April of 1861, the Confederacy has take over sixteen federal forts. In each case, the Union commanders surrendered and no shots were fired.

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What boat attacked fort Sumter?

Confederate shore batteries fired on Fort Sumter and caused it surrender. Prior to this the US ship "Star of the West" had attempted to re-supply the fort, but had been fired on and caused it to retreat. After this Lincoln said he would resupply the fort and the South opened fire a month later.


How did the confederates win the battle of Richmond VA?

The Confederates did not actually win the Battle of Richmond, Virginia; rather, the city was captured by Union forces in 1865, leading to the fall of the Confederacy. Prior to that, Richmond was a significant stronghold for the Confederates, but it ultimately succumbed to Union troops during their campaign. The fall of Richmond was a pivotal moment that contributed to the end of the Civil War. The city was abandoned by Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his government as Union troops advanced.


What radical ideas did some Confederates discuss once the US Civil War began?

Both prior to and after the beginning of the US Civil War, some Confederates, including Jefferson Davis, had ideas of expansion. The ideas for such expansions included taking over more Mexican territories along with the Yucatan Peninsula. Cuba also was a possible target and other areas in the West Indies.


The Preemption Acts of 1830 and 1841?

It legalized settlement on federal land prior to its being surveyed


What caused Cherokee Indians to join forces with the Confederacy for a time during the US Civil War?

The Cherokee Nation had been badly mistreated by the US government prior to the US Civil War. They helped the Confederacy to a degree because they believed they might get a "better deal" with the Confederates.

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What were battles taken place prior to fort Sumter?

No battles prior to Fort Sumter - unless you mean John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry in 1859.


What troops were occupying fort Sumter?

Fort Sumter was occupied by Confederate troops during the early stages of the American Civil War. The fort, located in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, was besieged and ultimately attacked by Confederate forces in April 1861. Prior to this, it had been garrisoned by Union troops, but they surrendered to the Confederates after a bombardment that began on April 12, 1861. This event marked the official start of the Civil War.


What was the perpous of the Battle of Shiloh?

For the Union: to occupy Western Tennessee, prior to liberating the Mississippi. For the Confederates: to stop this happening.


What decision did Davis make to make just prior to the beginning of the Civil War?

fire on Forrt Sumter or let it be replinished


Who are states that seceded from the union prior to fort Sumter?

South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas


What decision did Lincoln force Davis to make just prior to the beginning of the Civil War?

fire on Forrt Sumter or let it be replinished


What decisions did Lincoln force Davis to make just prior to the beginning of the Civil War?

fire on Forrt Sumter or let it be replinished


Can I deduct federal taxes paid for a prior year on my current tax return?

No, you cannot deduct federal taxes paid for a prior year on your current tax return.


What was the problem with confederates being apart of congress?

The problem with Confederates being part of Congress stemmed from their prior allegiance to the Confederacy during the Civil War, which raised questions about their loyalty to the United States. Their inclusion could undermine the federal government's authority and complicate efforts for Reconstruction. Many in Congress believed that allowing former Confederates to hold office would hinder progress toward reconciliation and the integration of formerly enslaved individuals into society. This led to significant debates about eligibility and representation in the post-war government.


What percent of federal judges had prior government experience?

80


When was Jorge Prior born?

Jorge Prior was born on December 18, 1951, in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.


How many states made up the confederacy prior to the Fort Sumter incident?

Seven. South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana and Texas.