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On April 12, 1861, soldiers raised the Stars and Stripes at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, marking the beginning of the American Civil War. This act followed the Confederate forces' demand for the surrender of the fort, which was held by Union troops. The raising of the flag symbolized the Union's resolve to maintain its territories and unity in the face of secessionist challenges. The conflict that ensued would last for four years, profoundly shaping the nation's history.

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