All things dealing with the Civil War Navies and actions along the coasts and rivers and against forts. Emphasis will be placed on Fort Fisher and all operations around Wilmington, NC. And, of course, the Blockade and Running the Blockade.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Sneak Attack on Fort Gregg Called Off
SEPTEMBER 4TH, 1863:
Small boats manned by Union sailors transported troops for a surprise night time attack on Fort Gregg on Morris Island. But an exchange of shots at Vincent Creek alerted the fort's defenders and the attempt was called off.
Another attack the next night found the Southerners still ready and was also called off.
--Old B-R'er
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