The Beacon House after the struggle for Fort Wagner

[Morris Island, South Carolina. The Beacon House after the struggle for Fort Wagner, July 18, 1863. It was the headquarters of General W.H. Davis of the 104th Pennsylvania and had also been used by General Gillmore as a signal station]

Here we present a stunning image of Morris Island, South Carolina. The Beacon House after the struggle for Fort Wagner, July 18, 1863. It was the headquarters of General W.H. Davis of the 104th Pennsylvania and had also been used by General Gillmore as a signal station. It was taken in 1863 by Haas & Peale.

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Image ID# 248BE01B

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Civil War

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Forts

• South Carolina