Morris Island, South Carolina. The Marsh Battery or Swamp Angel After the Explosion, August 22, 1863 (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz

Morris Island, South Carolina - The Marsh Battery or Swamp Angel After the Explosion, August 22, 1863 (U.S. Civil War) This title refers to a historical event that took place during the American Civil War on August 22, 1863, at Morris Island off the coast of South Carolina. The "Marsh Battery" or "Swamp Angel" was a Confederate battery positioned within a marshy area of Morris Island. On this specific day, an explosion occurred at this location following an attack by Union forces led by Rear Admiral John A. Dahlgren. The event holds significance due to its impact on the ongoing siege and eventual fall of Morris Island to the Union, which facilitated Union control of the Charleston Harbor.