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The Confederate guns opened at 150 yards and stopped their advance
A Union regiment marches on Fort Wagner, believing naval bombardment has shattered its defenses. But the Confederate guns are waiting.
The Confederate guns opened at 150 yards and stopped their advance
This episode details the assault on Fort Wagner during the American Civil War, focusing on the Union's strategy, the fort's unexpected resilience, and the fate of the soldiers involved. It explores the critical moments leading up to the attack and its immediate aftermath.
Event: Assault on Fort Wagner
Date: July 18, 1863
Location: Morris Island, South Carolina
Union Commander: General Quincy…
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