Fort Sumter, Sullivans Island, SC
The Civil War presents the US with its most critical defining moments that play a crucial role in defining ourselves as a Nation. Fort Sumter can be considered the place where it all began. As Charleston burned a trail towards secession to preserve slavery, construction on Fort Sumter moved.
The Confederacy attacked the US garrison of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, which redefined American freedom. At the heart of these events were the issue of states’ rights versus federal authority flowing over the underlying issue of slavery. Fueled by decades of disagreement and battle, South Carolina seceded because of Lincoln’s election and the social and economic changes that were sure to happen.
With Fort Sumter as a solid stronghold of Federal authority, war was inevitable. A solid symbol for both the North and the South, Fort Sumter remains a memorial to all that struggled to hold it. Here you can learn about where the American Civil War began and Fort Sumter’s part from park rangers eager to tell.
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9 thoughts on “10 Of The Most Iconic Monuments In The US”
Loved the tour. Thank you!
I enjoyed reading this article and learning these things about America. Thank you very much
I have been to eight of these grand places !!! We are a country full of great history
My now deceased husband was a USMC officer in the early 1970s. He had the honor of leading the sunset parades at Ft. McHenry during the summer months. Picture brought back fond memories of those nights! Thank you~
Thank you for this most memorable tour. As I was going through the monuments, it dawned on me that my Dad planned many of our family vacations at the beautiful, historic sites, (Statue of Liberty, Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum, The Liberty Bell, and Colonial Williamsburg. I appreciate my Father’s excellent choices for some of our vacations.
This year I hopefully will visit Mt. Rushmore, SD.
Joanne
I enjoyed looking at these wonderful places. I have been to 7 and can not remember if I was at another. I think that 7 out of the 12 is not too bad.
Your choices are spot on I fully agree that these sites should be seen by all Americans
Why don’t they ever include the third tallest memorial in the National Park Service? Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial is taller than the Statue of Liberty. Only monument dedicated to international peace.
Mount Rushmore has been on my bucket list for many years. I would also like to visit Williams Burg, VA. Thank you for this informative tour.