Tag: January 1861
Slaver Unmasked: Fugitive Caught, Sentenced to Hard Labor
In a daring operation, the United States Marshal has apprehended a notorious slaver, bringing an end to a trail of deceit and exploitation that spanned the border. On January 1, 1861, the ‘Charlotte E’ lay was arrested at Pier 62, foot of Tenth Street, North River, on a warrant charging the captain’s involvement in the…
Governor Grabbed: South Carolina’s Secret Power Play
In a shocking move, the South Carolina Convention pulled the shutters on its public session on December 27, 1861, leaving the public in the dark about their dealings. But behind closed doors, the wheels were greased for a power grab by Governor Francis Pickens. Tenth-day proceedings had been mundane, with no ‘business of consequence’ transpiring.…
