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April 24, 1861
The Lancaster Ledger
Lancaster, Lancaster County, South Carolina
What is this article about?
Governor Ellis of North Carolina requests guns and ammunition from Charleston authorities to defend against an expected Northern Government attack within two days. Colonel McRae delivers Columbiads, with additional guns from Virginia positioned.
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Assistance For North Carolina.—Gov. Ellis of North Carolina has applied to the authorities in Charleston for the loan of guns, ammunition, &c., to be used against the Northern Government. The Mercury of Thursday morning, says:
Colonel McRae, of North Carolina, returned last night with the Columbiads for which Gov. Ellis asked. We learn that Gov. Ellis expects an attack in less than two days, and that he is making every possible preparation for it. Already a number of guns have been obtained from Virginia and placed in position.
Colonel McRae, of North Carolina, returned last night with the Columbiads for which Gov. Ellis asked. We learn that Gov. Ellis expects an attack in less than two days, and that he is making every possible preparation for it. Already a number of guns have been obtained from Virginia and placed in position.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Military Action
What themes does it cover?
Catastrophe
Survival
What keywords are associated?
North Carolina
Gov Ellis
Guns Ammunition
Expected Attack
Military Preparations
What entities or persons were involved?
Gov. Ellis
Colonel Mcrae
Where did it happen?
North Carolina
Story Details
Key Persons
Gov. Ellis
Colonel Mcrae
Location
North Carolina
Story Details
Gov. Ellis applies for and receives guns and ammunition from Charleston and Virginia to prepare for an imminent attack by the Northern Government.