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March 1861
Saturday
March 9, 1861
Federal Cabinet Meets

The Federal Cabinet met with the President today to discuss the
situation in Charleston Harbor. They are considering if Fort
Sumter can be reinforced, resupplied, or evacuated. President
Lincoln writes General Scott asking how long the garrison can
hold out and if the Army can resupply.