July 18, 1863 ~ 2nd Battle of Fort Wagner
The Second Battle of Fort Wagner, Morris Island one of the most iconic battles of the U.S. Civil War. It happen in Charleston, South Carolina on July 18, 1863.
Although Charleston was an important port for the Confederates early in the war, by 1863, the Union blockade of the city early in the war had bottled up Charleston Harbor. But, Charleston was symbolic of the Confederate cause, so its capture would be a major prize for the Union.
July 17 ~ National Peach Ice Cream Day
It’s July 17th, and that means it’s hot in South Carolina.
But we are in luck, because it is National Peach Ice Cream Day and there is no better place to get a scoop of frozen creamy … peachy sweetness than the Palmetto State.
While Georgia may be the first state to come to mind when we think of peaches, 20 states produce peaches commercially.
July 16, 1945 ~ The Birth of the Atom Bomb
July 16, 1945 – The United States conducted its first test of an atomic bomb in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Early in World War II, the United States learned that Nazi Germany was working to develop an atomic weapon.
This revelation raised more than a few red flags and led to the establishment of the Manhattan Project in August 1942.
July 15, 1900 ~ Dan Daly: The Volunteer Spirit
There are countless acts of bravery, selfless courage, and distinguished conduct that our men and women of the armed forces have demonstrated throughout the history of the United States Military.
More than 3500 medals of Honor have been awarded since its inception.
But only 19 men have have earned the military’s highest award for valor twice.
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