The Hunley Sinks for First Time in Charleston Harbor

AUGUST 29TH: Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley, Lt. Payne, sank in Charleston Harbor for the first time. It had made several practice dives and was moored alongside the steamer Etiwan at the dock at Fort Johnson.

The steamer moved away from the dock unexpectedly and the Hunley was drawn into its side.

The submarine filled rapidly with water and sank. Lt. Payne and two others escaped but five drowned.

The Hunley was later raised and refitted and another crew found for it.

Not Volunteering For That Job.  --Old B-Runner