Fort Pulaski National Monument, Georgia

"Fort Pulaski National Monument, Georgia" by Ralston B. Lattimore is a mid-20th century handbook that recounts the story of Fort Pulaski, a key military site along the Georgia coast. It begins with the fort's construction on Cockspur Island and its importance in defending the area. The story then shifts to the fort's role in the Civil War, including its capture by Confederate troops in 1861, followed by the Union army's attack and recapture in 1862. A key theme explores the technological advancements of the era, specifically how the introduction of rifled artillery made older forts like Pulaski vulnerable. The book examines how the fort's capture changed military tactics and fortification design. The narrative ends by highlighting the fort's preservation as a national monument, a reminder of its place in American history.