People

Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park tells the stories of people who influenced and helped shape the United States during some of its most trying years, especially during the American Revolution and Civil War. Explore this part of our website to learn more about key historical figures from Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter who shaped our nation's founding and fought over its implications during the American Civil War.

The Union in Charleston Harbor
Federals

Explore this page to learn about Union military service in Charleston during the Civil War.
Confederates of Charleston Harbor
Confederates

Explore this page to learn about Confederate military service in Charleston during the Civil War.
Civil War Civilians in Charleston
Civilians

Explore this page to learn about the diverse experiences civilians faced in Charleston during the Civil War.
Origins of the Palmetto State
American Revolution Patriots

Explore this page about patriot military service and defense of Charleston during the American Revolution.
In Defense of the Empire
The British in the Lowcountry

Explore this page to learn about British campaigns to return South Carolina to the empire during the American Revolution.
A Legacy of Service
Fort Moultrie Through Time

Over 171 years, Fort Moultrie protected Charleston from invasion. US Army soldiers served there. Prisoners of war were confined there.