Episode 3 of 3
Surrender
- When
- April 26, 1862
- Where
- Fort Macon
The Confederate garrison surrendered Fort Macon on April 26, 1862, allowing Union troops to occupy the fort.
Shortly after dawn on April 26, 1862, the Confederate flag was lowered, the defenders marched out, and Union soldiers of the 5th Rhode Island marched in. This surrender secured Union control of the channel to Beaufort.
Sources
- Siege of Fort Macon Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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