Department of the South: Hilton Head Island in the Civil War

Step back into the tumultuous era of the American Civil War with Robert Carse's Department of the South: Hilton Head Island in the Civil War. This compelling historical account delves into the strategic importance of Hilton Head Island, a vital Union stronghold and headquarters for the Department of the South. Carse meticulously chronicles the island's transformation from a quiet Southern community to a bustling military hub, shedding light on the lives of soldiers, freed slaves, and residents w